Award-Winning Tutors serving Sumner, WA

...was a 5th grade teacher for 11 years. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an English as a Second Language Endorsement and Middle School Endorsement. I love working with children one on one and seeing their growth academically and confidence rise. As a teacher...

...goal when tutoring students is to help them improve their skills so that eventually they will not require a tutor and will feel confident in their own usage of the English language, their own writing and use of voice, and their own ideas. In my spare time I like watching old Hollywood movies, reading Tolkien,...

...High school and at an elite Korean private International Baccalaureate (IB) high school where they emphasized overseas university placements. I taught AP Economics (Micro & Macro) for 2+ years, IB Economics SL/HL for 2 years, IB Business & Management HL for 2 years, and Pre-calculus for 2 years. During my years of teaching, using real...

...yourself for, and learn from your mistakes. If you've ever thought or told yourself "I'm just not a math person", I would love to change your mind. I try to teach my students to have a positive growth mindset in order to reach their goals and gain confidence. I have programming experience with Python and...

...to teach concepts rather than questions, as being able to answer a question will answer just that-one question. Teaching to the concept will allow you to answer the question and all other questions that employ a similar strategy. I also advocate for showing work and repeating steps to synthesize the learning process after a problem...

I am a dedicated student at University College Dublin and have a strong passion for math. I graduated Seattle Preparatory School in May 2019 and achieved the academic excellence award for Mathematics in my class. I love helping all levels of students with math and look forward to working with you!

...second grade teacher. He got me hooked on the Odyssey, which ended up defining my academic life. Writing, myth, journalism, linguistics, history: it's all a part of this huge story, a story with lots of parts we're all working on. I'm a nerd about how it works, and I've studied it from a lot of...

...Informed Care, and gender neutral training. I was also given the opportunity to teach in our local Extended Learning Opportunities: a federally funded program bringing schools in our area before and after school programs. These programs were staffed by educators with local institutions and businesses, such as, dance, math tutoring, arts and crafts, languages, etc....

...language practice. For younger students, I incorporate puppets and role play as well as song and movement. For older students, I make the more academic aspects of written and spoken French transparent and achievable by listening to students and breaking down complex ideas. I have a near-native accent and a nuanced understanding of grammatical structure...

...Public Administration. Prior to graduate school, I was born and raised in China, and has been speaking standard Mandarin for the entire of my life. Thus teaching Mandarin and introducing Chinese culture are of my big interest and professional strength. When I was in Wuhan University, I got an opportunity of being a comprehensive tutor...

...well versed in Computer Science, especially Java and Android Development. In the past two years, I interned at the Boston University Computer Science Department as well as University of Washington Medicine and can offer you advice on finding opportunities outside of the classroom. In my free time, I create android applications and have recently started...

...learning complex material, I am a dedicated tutor who enjoys helping students of all ages succeed. As someone pursuing an economics and mathematics double major at Washington University in St. Louis, I greatly enjoy solving complex analytical problems, and I especially enjoy assisting those seeking to gain a better understanding of these concepts. Outside of...

...Administration. Throughout college, I tutored elementary and middle school students during the school day and at an after school community literacy program. After finishing school, I completed a year of service with City Year Seattle (an AmeriCorps program). During this year, I worked as a tutor, mentor, and classroom assistant at Concord International Elementary. I...

I'm interning in the transportation sector while I finish up my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington in Seattle. I once had a great Calculus tutor myself and I'd like to help others with the skills I have. My favorite topic is SAT Math. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Fun-loving and individually geared, I make a point to be sensitive to the needs of my clients. Patient and thorough, while focused and result-oriented. Any questions, concerns, or suggestions are always welcome.

...difficult subject you're struggling with and a concept that you already know and are strong in to click on that lightbulb of comprehension. My life's passion is to do just this: to make STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields more accessible to more people, especially those who don't think they're up to the task....

I tailor my lessons based on my student's needs. Everyone is different, with different goals, so I try to focus on what they need to achieve those goals.

...school working on a certificate to work in clinical laboratories. I have traveled to Australia, Mexico, England, France, and Montserrat. I toured Europe with my choir and was also in a tour group playing violin. When I am not studying or tutoring I enjoy building computers, cooking, reading, sailing (small boats) and plan on getting...

...Hampshire University. After graduation, I worked with middle school students primarily in Social Studies and Language Arts, while also conducting small group sessions focused on improving reading and math skills. I am passionate about English, History, and Reading. I have experience helping struggling students achieve grade-level reading standards by incorporating their interests into practice. Additionally,...

...has the potential to succeed, and it's my job to help unlock that potential through clear explanations, practice, and consistent encouragement. In my tutoring sessions, I emphasize the importance of not just memorizing facts, but truly understanding the "why" behind the concepts. I encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and application of knowledge, helping students see the...