Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

...and also to check and make sure that the concept is fully understood. I find that connecting the new material to real-world circumstances or current events can be a useful tool, especially for students who find it a challenge to stay motivated when material is perceived as irrelevant. Overall, I am very flexible and I enjoy meeting the student at their current level and making progress from there. When I am not tutoring I am...

Hello! I just graduated from UC Berkeley with a B.S. in molecular environmental biology. I am a passionate learner and pass my enthusiasm to the students I teach. I hope to work with you or your child!

...BA in Theatre and Spanish from Muhlenberg College and have been teaching and tutoring these subjects, as well as reading, writing, and study skill for nine years. I use an interactive approach tailored to each individual student's interests, learning style, and goals. I have experience working with students of all ages and skill levels, including those with physical, cognitive, developmental, behavioral, and learning disabilities. I am currently only offering remote/online sessions due to Covid-19.

...trying to understand the principles of physics, or looking to excel in chemistry or biology, I focus on breaking down difficult topics into manageable parts. I believe that every student 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...

...I further strengthened my abilities in verbal exams, critical reading, and writing at an advanced level. I spend my free time playing soccer, volunteering at the Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) homeless shelter, playing the piano, hanging with friends and much more. I love working with people from all walks of life and have also spent time tutoring a diverse range of people at Seattle Education Access in the past. I look forward to meeting...

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.

...Seattle Public Schools. I completed my Masters in Teaching in 2014, and spent the past two years as a 4th/5th grade Montessori teacher at Graham Hill Elementary in South Seattle. I am passionate about working with students to create lifelong learners and innovative leaders, and in order to do so, believe that students must feel valued, inspired and empowered by their teachers and community. I have a strong commitment to ensuring that each student develops...

...and test preps relating to English, Language Arts, Reading and Literature, and I enjoy tutoring for Social Studies and History. My personal interest in art and philosophy has led me to consider branching out to tutor those subjects as well. I most enjoy tutoring for SAT Verbal, because of the combination of test-taking strategies, practice with challenging vocabulary and grammatical rules, and textual analysis that the subject demands. My tutoring style is rigorous and focused,...

...tutoring space and a proven track record of success with students from widely varied backgrounds and academic levels. My relevant work history includes time a literary/technical editor at two Canadian publishing houses, freelance writing coaching for both secondary and post-secondary school clients, providing exam preparation for International Baccalaureate candidates, and tutoring at-risk youth in the Los Angeles Family Shelter system. I would love the opportunity to discuss your needs and look forward to hearing from...

...I firmly believe that taking charge of your learning and seeking help is an important part of your learning journey. That's where I come in: my goal is to help get you to that "Aha!" moment, when a previously confusing topic clicks with you. I also believe that it is important to cater to different learning styles, and this is what I will do! Whether you are an auditory, visual or kinesthetic learner, I will...

...years living and teaching English in Japan. Through the JET Program, I taught high school students for two years. I also worked as an Assistant Language Teacher from 2010 to 2011, teaching English to elementary and junior high school students (5th through 9th grades). Additionally, I operated my own English conversation school, in which I taught small group and private lessons for children and adults. For the last 6 years, I've been teaching at Shoreline...

...writing and editing strategies, such as reverse outlining. My professors have empowered me to approach writing with intention and clarity, and I bring this deep knowledge to my tutoring practice. My academic experience has given me the skills to help students on their homework, including longer term papers and thesis writing, and prepare students for the COMPASS Reading and Writing Comprehensions, ISEE, ACT and SAT reading and writing sections, and the GRE verbal section. My...

...experience tutoring middle and high school age students, particularly in math and English, in the Los Angeles area. I am patient and understanding, and my goal is to foster a comfortable environment and mutual respect. I make sure that the students I work with know they are important and capable, because I have found that they are most willing to engage and put in effort when such a relationship exists between us.

...to get to personally mentor students, as well tutoring large groups in how to build a game of their own. Before the pandemic, I worked at Microsoft as a software engineer for two years. In such a large company, learning to quickly learn and teach others is important, and further strengthed my skills for teaching. I love to learn, and I think one of the best ways to learn is to teach -- you cannot...

...thanks to that now have the ability to cater my teaching style to the individual I'm working with. I focus on reading and writing skills, grades K through 8. This includes reading comprehension, book reports, essays, creative writing, etc., along with basic reading and writing help for children that are still struggling with the basics. I believe that children are very wise, and when given the opportunity to explore and build their knowledge and identity...

...love tutoring composition and creative writing. They represent the head and the heart, both of which combine to make a full person. My tutoring style harnesses my background in video game development. I focus on the student as "Player One." I support and guide them to the skills they need to accomplish their goals, and I create a playing field of clear expectations where they can make meaningful choices. Students aren't made for assignments; assignments...

My name is Khaliq, and I am a teacher in the federal way school district. Currently, I teach high school Algebra, and geometry. I have previous experience teaching Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus as well as middle school math and english, AP Literature, AP Language Arts and social studies.

...Summarizing key points, presentation, and body language are things I have spent a lot of time getting comfortable with to make public speaking easier for any event. I love being able to share my passions with people of all ages. I have tutored young elementary school children, high schoolers, college-aged young adults, and older adults. Helping someone advance their own studies by sharing my passion for these topics is what drives me every day! I...

...of Washington studying Human-Centered Design and Engineering. I am an aspiring User Experience Designer inspired by the intersection between technology and design. I graduated from Inglemoor High School (Kenmore, WA) in 2019 with a full IB Diploma. During this time, I was able to tutor students in subjects where I felt confident while receiving help in subjects I was struggling with. I found how having a tutor not only helped me getter better grades but...

...Standardized Tests is through regular practice, the way you get better at soccer or volleyball or guitar. I know the panic that comes from facing what seems like a mountain of detail and 'rules', but taking a breath and reviewing allows you to remember what you've already learned and to better retain it, too. Education is so important for lifewe are all born learningand that means staying engaged, especially in reading and writing, through our...