Award-Winning Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...and my subject areas are High School/College Writing, Micro-Economics, Macro-Economics, and Algebra. For two years, I worked as a writing tutor at Lewis & Clark College. I really enjoyed my time there and I hope to continue working as a writing tutor. I collaborate with students on every part of the writing processbrainstorming ideas, outlining the paper, structuring paragraphs, and perfecting grammar. As an Economics tutor, I have experience in both Micro-Economics and Macro-Economics. I...

...dance instructor, I have taught students in both middle and high school. As an instructor, I absolutely love teaching these topics and more because it provides me with the opportunity to propel the next generation to greater heights than mine. Personally, I believe that all students are capable of learning any topic, and that this can be accomplished by truly picturing exactly how all these concepts work in their head. And exactly how the concepts...

...This can be achieved through learning games or by incorporating their interests into the lesson. Listen: Often, tutors and teachers focus too much on what they are saying and don't spend enough time asking questions directly to the student. By having them explain a concept to you in their own words and listening intently to their responses, you can discover a lot about a student's learning style and why they might not be grasping a...

...seemingly unrelated ends of the academic spectrum, I have found that they molded me into an equally rational and abstract thinker and creator. This complementary form of education has allowed me to connect with many different styles of learners, which has ultimately enabled me to mentor a diverse range of people in a way that is both genuine and adaptable. My academic background is most immediately reflected in the life sciences and maths, but I...

...are studying, then you know that you got it! I have been teaching for five years not only because it is helpful in giving back to the community, but also because I need to in order to master my craft. Because of this, it is in my best interest to optimize my teaching style and habits whenever I organize a session. I dabble in epistemology, which is the study of knowledge, and am very intent...

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.... By instilling in them a love of learning. Application is always a...

...and private colleges throughout Seattle and Los Angeles for the past twenty-five years. I have taught developmental English through standard and advanced level essay writing and literature courses. I have also taught a wide variety of ESL courses both here and in several countries abroad. Currently, I am teaching an online humanities course at the University of Phoenix where I have been employed part time for the past eight years. I have also been tutoring...

...academia. I enjoy tutoring students who have an interest in mathematics or demonstrate a willingness to learn. I myself started very slowly in intermediate college math courses, but gradually the subject matter was known with practice, which eventually enabled me to appreciate math as an art. I see this work as a mutual advantage and I intend to pursue graduate studies by fall at the University of Washington while hoping to learn and teach along...

...degrees in Physics. During my undergraduate and graduate schooling, I taught Introductory Physics lab courses for a total of seven years and loved it. My love of teaching gives me the joy of helping students. As a teacher and a tutor, I am fun, patient, supportive, and professional. To make sure a student gets the most out of me, I adjust my teaching style so that it will align with the student's learning style. As...

...I understood the world as well as possible. Please let me do the same for you! When I'm not molding minds, I like to explore the world. Traveling has been a passion of mine since I was a child and I can't seem to get enough! I am an avid singer in the car and while jogging. I'm an outgoing person who truly understands the struggles of our current education system. Please, let me help...

...and watching them succeed in math and grow in confidence. My tutoring experience goes back to college, when I tutored fellow students as well as middle and high school students in the community. It was then that my passion for helping others learn math started. I have a Bachelor's degree in math from Middlebury College (VT). I also hold a Master's degree in Math Education from University of Phoenix, with a focus on curriculum and...

...Management from the University of Kent. I also hold a Masters of Arts in International Relations and a Bachelors of Arts in American Ethnic Studies and Interdisciplinary Visual Arts. I love being able to help people through fun and innovative methods of learning and craft my sessions to accommodate my students. When I am not teaching, I enjoy cooking, baking, decorating/diy, art, local events, and rediscovering Seattle. I look forward to working with you!... Learn while...

...NW Washington and attended Whatcom Community College. After I received my Associates Degree, I received my Bachelors Degree in Political Science. I then attended Chapman Law School in California. I received my J.D. with emphasis in business law and taxation. University of Washington School of Law's graduate program in taxation. I graduated this past June and received my LL.M. in Taxation. I first began to tutor when I was 17 and I quickly realized I...

...helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as it is explained in a way that is conducive to them, and I aim to achieve that in my teaching. Outside of tutoring,...

...of Iowa. Since graduating, I have done a wide-range of activities. I worked on the United States Senate Education Committee supporting major legislative reauthorizations; in particular, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, commonly known as No Child Left Behind, and other legislation aimed at improving education in America. I am excited to help improve my students’ writing—I can help with all kinds of essays, literature analyses (especially American and British literature), admissions essays, and creative...

I have recently obtained a Bachelor's of Science in Petroleum Engineering. My skills are strongest in math and science. My philosophy is that kids are willing to learn and want to learn. They need someone there who can support them in the path there. ... I believe that applying concepts to actual problems is very effective. Being able to have a hands-on experience is vital.... I would seek to see specifically what problems they are having...

I am a Seattle-based actress and singer originally from Illinois -- I moved to the Seattle area in 2000. I also work part-time at a non-profit guardianship firm downtown. (We look out for the financial and healthcare needs of the elderly and the physically and mentally disabled.) I am an anglophile and ailurophile (look them up! :-)), and I love theatre, movies, Gonzaga basketball (I went to law school there), and Chicago Cubs baseball.

...teachers on both sides of my family. Above all, I bring compassion to my work. I have a learning disability which makes me gifted in some areas, but very slow in others. This disconnect made my educational journey a long and difficult one. I understand the thrill of success, but also the despair and discouragement that comes with failure. I know how hard it can be to play the game of getting through school. I...

...literature, English, and theater courses. I graduated from high school with an International Baccalaureate diploma and completed my Extended Essay in the topic of Drama, so I tutor those courses as well! My teaching philosophy is one of dialogue - I believe that learning is a journey, and I want to help my students find their way to the joy of discovery that comes with confidence in their knowledge and their acquisition of knowledge. When...

...have worked with a wide range of age groups from elementary aged kids all the way up through college aged adults, so that has helped me learn how to work with a wide range of people. When it comes to my academic experience, going through middle school, high school, and college I have come to understand that math is the subject that I am the best at and also enjoy the most. People would ask...