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Daniel: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...biochemistry, and I plan on going on to medical school after my undergraduate education. I enjoy tutoring students in mathematics and sciences because I find these subjects the most intriguing and applicable to real world situations. When tutoring, I try to create a learning environment that is low stress, productive, and stimulating. In my free...
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 32

Amy: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...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 them while studying...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
California Institute of Technology - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry

Everett: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...and lab write-ups. My experience tutoring a diverse group of Chemistry students allows me to know where the difficulties lie, where students typically fall behind, and the pitfalls that creep up on exams. My tutoring style deconstructs concepts in a way that students can personally relate to, and by using visual analogies, I demystify the...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor of Science, Genetics and Cell Biology

Denise: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...academic topics. I love working one-on-one with students because it allows me to find creative ways to help them master new concepts. My teaching style is all about helping students problem solve so that the end result is not only a better grasp of a subject but also a stronger sense of self-empowerment anytime they...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Science, Chemical Engineering
Fuller Theological Seminary - Masters, Theology
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 750

Michael: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...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!
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Binh: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...I was able to boil down what is the utmost important in teaching/learning process. I believe "to learn" is an active verb, which must comes willingly from the learners. That means a teacher's job is not only to help the learners understand the material, but also to create trust and passion, so they can be...
Education & Certification
Sanford-Brown College-Seattle - Associates, Fashion Design

Anna: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...a wealth of teaching experience with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as a 9th grade English teacher has given me the opportunity to work with students from low-income backgrounds, students with learning disabilities, English Language Learners...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Politics
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Education Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410

Brenda: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...Essay writing. I have enjoyed working with elementary students (K-12) over the last four years teaching math, reading comprehension, and language arts. I am passionate about education and believe that with my dedication, and ability to present subjects in a manner that is easy to understand and meaningful to my students, I can help them...
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Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication
University of Phoenix - Masters in Education, Education

Philip: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...as well as SAT (both Math and Verbal), Language skills, and History/Government. Having taught at both a small private school and large urban public schools, I have broad experience with different learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities. I find it highly rewarding to help students and guide their progress toward mastering. If something is taught correctly,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Oregon - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
LSAT: 169

Chris: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...offers students a specialized one-on-one classroom environment. At YWA, I taught all high school science classes (including AP, Computer Programming, and Environmental Science) and all levels of high school math. In addition to my teaching and tutoring duties, I designed individualized lesson plans, curricula, homework assignments, and tests. Subjects I have successfully tutored Physics: all...
Education & Certification
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of Washington - Master of Science, Physics
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 32

Brendan: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...in simple terms. I also realized how fun it is to teach math and how rewarding it is to watch a student grow in their understanding. From there, I continued to tutor privately. While in grad school, I also got the opportunity to be a teaching assistant. My approach to teaching is to work through...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
University of Washington - Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730

Rory: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
Learning is a skill that should be gained, enhanced, and used throughout your life. Only then will success come.... In a first lesson, we would start by getting to know a little bit about each other, so we know who we are talking to, and asking what they hope to get out of the sessions. After understanding is reached, we can tackle the material.
Education & Certification
Utah State University - Bachelors, English
Full Sail University - Masters, Creative Writing

Hannah: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...essay. Besides education, my interests and hobbies include theatre, cooking, camping, and volunteerism. In my professional and personal life, I adhere to the motto of my favorite writer, E.M. Forster: "Only connect." By shaping meaningful connections with others, we come alive to the richness and diversity of human experience. As a teacher, I consider it...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Mike: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...students who want to practice their conversational and written Spanish. For non-native English speakers, I can help you deepen your English skills from common street slang where you learn to "speak like an American" to academic reading and writing which can place you in college level classes at our local colleges and universities. I teach...
Education & Certification
University of Central Arkansas - Bachelors, Sociology
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Masters, Political Science and Government

Sophia: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
I truly enjoy working with students of different ages and learning needs. I have experience with K-12 to adult learners who are professionals and have very specific needs. I hope we can work together to increase knowledge on different topics and abilities.
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Anthropology
New York University - Masters, Latin American Stuides

Jessica: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...services in and out of the school setting since 2008. I have taught 1st grade in a public school since 2014. I love working with students and watching them develop a love for learning that can become lifelong. In my free time I enjoy hiking, gardening, singing and spending time with family and friends.... I can help a student become an independent learner by modeling first, followed by guided practice that will enable a student to...
Education & Certification
Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
University of Melbourne - Masters, Education

Matthew: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...school system both tutoring and classroom teaching. In addition to the time spent in public schools, I spent the last two summers as a teaching intern at a prestigious independent school in New Hampshire and this fall I taught at an experiential education school in CO, where I mentored students on multiple two-week backpacking trips....
Education & Certification
Bates College - Bachelor of Science, Mathemtics

Amanda: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...feel like they can take risks. Even when students are wrong I always applaud them for their efforts (“Good try/Not quite/excellent idea”). Step in my classroom and you’ll probably find it rather noisy; reflecting learning is in progress. I believe it is important to present myself as a friendly and supportive instructor. I take time...
Education & Certification
University of Mount Union - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of Wisconsin-Madison - PHD, Physiology

Marie: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
...most passionate and excel the most at tutoring Spanish (Levels 1-4). When it comes to language teaching, I believe it cannot be rushed. I try to ensure my students understand each component of the language fully until moving onto the next. Language learning builds on itself, and if one gets caught up and confused within...
Education & Certification
Washingrton State University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Language and Culture
Washington State University - Unknown, Secondary Education

Nick: Rainier Valley tutor
Certified Tutor in Rainier Valley, WA
As the oldest of five children, I have extensive experience as both a mentor and a teacher. I received my undergraduate degree from Emory University in Anthropology, with a focus on religion and philosophy. After graduating, I spent three years in Africa and Asia working in...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
American Graduate School of International Relations & Diplomacy - Master of Arts, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 710
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