Award-Winning Tutors serving Port Orchard, WA

...than merely the problem at hand. Along similar lines, I like to connect topics to the real world and other areas the student has more experience with or is enthusiastic about. In math especially the abstract nature of many concepts can disillusion students early on in the learning process, and bringing those ideas back to...

...for twenty years. I then moved to the US Department of the Treasury, where I mentored research scientists and worked with them to get their work published. I retired about five years ago. Now I try to ski as much as possible in the winter and hike and bike in the summer. In between, I enjoy...

...high school chemistry and physics for two years in Arkansas. Although I have several years of experience as a science teacher, I actually prefer to tutor math. I think math is the foundation for many sciences and a solid understanding of math can lead to a better understanding of subjects like physics and chemistry. I...

...able to both study and tutor Politics and History in probably the best city for those subjects, our nation's capital. While I have also tutored subjects such as Math, Science, Economics, and ESL, I have found that Politics and History provide a unique possibility for students to go beyond simply absorbing knowledge, giving them a...

...nine years, and I love what I do. The best part of my day is when my students are experiencing success and confidence in their math skills. I've taught Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, and Calculus. Trigonometry has always been a solid part of my Algebra 2 and Precalculus classes. Many students have...

...helping students struggling in first grade, high school algebra, to UW 300 level probability courses. Math has been my favorite subject my whole life, and my goal is to become a high school math teacher. I know that some people are not the biggest fans of math, but I take it upon myself to help...

...on one with each of my students. In addition to teaching, I am a writer, and I've been editing my own book lately, soon to be completed and published. I have had poetry, prose and articles in local magazines and newspapers. Both my BA and MFA degrees from the University of Washington and the University...

...appreciate that very smart people can think in very different ways from each other and that people who are outstanding at some subjects inevitably need help with others. I always bring this insight to bear on tutoring, where I work together with the student to find a method or style that works best for them!

...ESL. I have been working with children now for over 17 years preschool through 12th grade as well as teaching English as a language to children and adults. I love children for their joy in and enthusiasm for life and learning. I have two high-school age children myself, and I love spending time with them....

...writing for test prep) are especially fun for me. (Though I am very comfortable teaching math as well). I spent my junior year abroad: first in Montpellier, France, studying French literature and art history, then at the University of Cambridge, studying Shakespeare! I love to travel, and hope to do more of it in the...

...fart from being loaded. As you can imagine, it gets giggles but it captures attention, induces laughing and endorphin release. Happy brains want to learn. What also facilitates this “want to learn” is that I quickly establish an open dialogue with students. Involving the student in their own learning also lies at the root of...

...painting business for many years, I returned to school at the age of 30 to study music theory. While fulfilling the degree requirements, I found that I had been mistaken, and I was in fact capable of achieving a level of academic success which I had never believed possible. I have since graduated from Skagit...

...Stanford University studying Biology, with a focus on Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Electrophysiology. I recently moved to Seattle with my husband who is a new professor at the University of Washington. I enjoy teaching and working with students, and up until our recent move to Seattle, I have had the luxury of being surrounded by...

...and teaching higher level French. I would love to work with all levels of French learners from those looking to brush up their French for their next journey abroad to students from preschool to high school! As an English Language Arts teacher and English major, I love to work with students to write fluid, effective...

...anything to do with writing, whether fiction or non-fiction, and teaching English as a second language. In tutoring, my primary objective is to be of the greatest service possible to my students' particular needs. Short-term as well as long-term goals are very important, and I make a point of keeping aware of these goals. I...

...also worked as a Volunteering tutor in a non-profitable organization. As an educator, I want to help young minds achieve their academic goals with full potential and support them in their social needs. Teaching is my call, I love my profession and will thrive to learn as this is an investment for my Professional growth...

...como profesor de clases de conversacin es crear un ambiente de aprendizaje inclusivo y motivador donde los estudiantes se sientan cmodos para expresarse y practicar el idioma sin temor a cometer errores. Sin embargo, considero que es necesario la correccin para poder tener bases de mejora. Creo firmemente que la practica conversacional es esencial para...

...electronic music. I'm knowledgable in Computer Programming, Math, Music, and Physics. I'm passionate about providing support to those who have passion for, but stress and anxiety around STEM. For a long time I struggled as a student and I understand just how stressful school can be. Because of this I try to bring as much positivity...

...conquer new material. I have taken numerous AP math courses in high school, as well as a number of business, statistics, and economics courses at the UW. If you are interested in pursuing a business or economics related field, I am your guy! I have also spent over 200 hours in SAT Prep classes, and...

...enjoyed wrestling through the material with them in our efforts to improve their understanding of the content. I tutored again during my graduate studies, working mostly with 1st and 2nd-year university students, tutoring various mechanical engineering topics. Since graduating in April 2022, I decided to delve further into tutoring; teaching in various forms, typically but...