Award-Winning Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...and exchanging ideas. This has taught me to effectively communicate my ideas to other people. Outside of school, I enjoy biking, snowboarding, surfing, and rock climbing. I know what it is like to have been a confused middle/high school student and even in college oftentimes. For this reason, I want to help current students that may be struggling, and I know how to explain difficult ideas to students so that they will really get it...

...degree in TCSOL (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages) from Jinan University in China. I speak standard Mandarin Chinese (Putonghua) and love to teach. When I work with students, I will understand their learning styles and adjust my teaching method to make the learning fun and effective. Mastering a foreign language enables us to open the door to a much wider world, however, it takes a lot of time and efforts. I will help...

...also worked with older children as well. When I was in high school I babysat the most precious triplets. They were two and it was a challenge at times, but it helped me discover my passion for teaching and interacting with others! It was really fun helping them try new things and thinking of creative ways to stimulate their minds and problem solve. I am currently majoring in psychology. I am certified to tutor in...

...My favorite subjects are mathematics and computer science, but I'm not into those lame equations you have to memorize. I love the applied stuff, where you get to use the equations you learn in projects you enjoy (the memorization comes naturally that way). That's why I believe programming and mathematics go hand in hand. You learn some math, and then make a program applying the principles, e.g. using partial differential equations to simulate traffic patterns.

I graduated from the University of Puget Sound in 1977 with a BA in Business/Accounting. I passed the WA state CPA exam in1990. I retired after 28 years with Costco Wholesale Corporate Accounting. I adapt my teaching style to each individual's personality. I tutor Accounting.

As an experienced tutor and working engineer I can help answer questions about engineering, math, physics, and calculus subjects. My goal is to help my students understand their problems, how to solve them, and how to overcome obstacles when it comes to harder questions or on tests.

...in the living world. I work with students by making concepts relatable to them and explaining how and why things work a certain way, whether it's math problems or biology vocabulary. This approach solidifies concepts that might otherwise fall through the cracks. I believe that anyone can learn anything! In my spare time, I am an avid collector of trivia about strange marine invertebrates, am a scuba diver, and enjoy playing board games and baking.

...an educator for 12 years. I 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 I often times worked in PTA run programs like Homework Help Club, Math Team,...

...in Organizational Leadership, respectively. I hold both the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) as well as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications. I have traveled extensively with my job working for the Department of Defense. I am passionate about Project Management and your desire to learn the subject. I am a firm advocate of education, believing it to be necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to...

...with different strengths and properly equip them to take on any challenges on their own. I want to instill in each student the proper skills and analytical abilities so that they feel confident in subjects they have been challenged in. I especially enjoy tutoring Pre-Algebra and Calculus as I feel that if I can help build the proper foundation, I can help a student have a strong future in math. In my free time, I...

Hello, I'm a Global Studies graduate who loves learning new things everyday. I recently completed a Full Stack Web Development certificate program in January 2020. They say that the best way to master a subject is to teach it, that's why I want to be a tutor! P.S. I'm also fluent in Amharic.

My goal is to maximize each student's learning potential by playing to their strengths and challenging their weaknesses. There's a lot of sold science with regards to learning and how to activate the brain, and I intend to use that science to guide my instruction on an individual level.

I'm currently a freshman at Pacific Lutheran University majoring in mathematics and technical theater design. My primary goal in any tutoring session is to gather a deeper understanding of any topic we cover together. Above all, I hope to make a little piece of someone's life a bit easier.

...is to help them develop an understanding of the mathematical topics they are learning in a holistic way. Your child will do more than simply practice problems, they will discuss and explain how the mathematics works. I implement strategies from Kagan and Equity and Access to help keep your child engaged and focused during a tutoring session. I believe every student has the potential to be successful in mathematics and I am excited to be...

...R programming language and support academic research. These experiences have shaped my ability to adapt to different learning styles, maintain patience, and create a welcoming environment where students aren't afraid to ask questions. Math is my favorite subject to tutor because it builds confidence through practice and pattern recognition. I love breaking down complex ideas into simple steps and finding different ways to explain concepts until something "clicks." I also enjoy helping younger students build...

I believe in meeting learners where they are with their understanding and skill level. Teaching for me is about connecting new ideas to relatable experience. I understand motivation and mindset as being very important for learning.

I am dedicated to helping students succeed and learn how to fall in love with learning. I work hard to come up with lessons that are tailor-made for you and your specific learning needs and goals. I am always looking to learn new things and ways to learn. Lets become stronger learners together.

...my study was on polymer and materials science. While at UO, I taught freshman and sophomore chemistry classes, and I still keep in touch with many of my students. I also previously earned a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of West Florida. I have lots of experience teaching and tutoring chemistry students of all levels, and I also have done some work in the past with SAT test prep. I know chemistry can...

...for an introductory physics course. During high school, I tutored elementary school and middle school music. When it comes to learning, I think it is most important to realize that everybody has a distinct learning style. This process of finding the right teaching method requires patience, creativity, and communication. I really enjoy and am inspired by seeing my students succeed and begin to be able to understand material in more and more depth.... It is important...

...with students of all ages on their path to becoming better readers and writers. I believe in inspiring others to reach their potential in this amazing subject. During my time in graduate school in New York, I taught two sections of English 109: Introduction to Creative Writing. I have held and participated in many writing workshops, offering critiques while also embracing criticism from my colleagues and students. My love for English started at a young...