Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...a summer in Russia at a children's camp, and did a summer study abroad learning about social justice in India. My last quarter of college was an internship teaching ESL in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. While I love studying literature of all genres, I feel the most impactful literary experience is one that deeply resonates with the reader, and inspires them to write their own stories. This is why I am an advocate for detailed, creative, and...

...wrong evolves with age. In working with students, I aspire to embrace students' creativity and tie it to their education and academic goals. Prior to my time at UC Davis, I grew up in the Silicon Valley and went through the Santa Clara Unified School District. I was on honor roll every year, I was in the school band in both middle and high school, held a part-time job at a Baskin-Robbins my senior year...

My name is Eric Ensign and I have been a classroom teacher in the Seattle area for over seventeen years. During my time as a teacher I have taught nearly every subject and grade level. I enjoy the classroom setting, but I also enjoy working with my students one-on-one and getting to know them on a personal level.

...instilled in me a great appreciation for mathematics and the natural sciences. The SAT is a good place to see these two realms of mathematics and liberal arts come together, and because of this, I feel I can be a big help tutoring in the SAT test prep areas. I have tutored German at my home university and in some capacities abroad, at a language school in Dsseldorf meant for international students learning German. Patience...

...in Southern California, and I have lived in the Northwest for seven years. I enjoy tutoring Math of all levels up to Pre-Calculus, 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...

My name is Kailee-Rae Quartero, while playing Division I soccer I received my Master's in Educational Leadership and Policy, Bachelor's in English, and minor in Business Administration. I have many years of experience with tutoring/mentoring. I am committed to helping my students achieve their academic goals! Can't wait to start our tutoring sessions!

...I particularly 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...

...from a teaching assistant position at university to my current job as an early childhood educator with the Goddard School. I also acted as a grader for essays and assignments in undergrad, for students in elementary through high school. My goal is to help students feel confident in their knowledge and abilities by tailoring my teaching to their needs. I am an avid reader and writer, especially of science fiction stories! I always enjoy learning...

...the University of Washington with a 3.6 cumulative GPA. I thoroughly enjoy math and applying mathematical methods to the real world, in particular through the study of physics. One of my greatest strengths in this regard is my ability to approach a problem from multiple angles. If the first approach I suggest for a problem isn't clear to a student, I can usually come up with an alternate, sometimes more intuitive way of addressing the...

...first time. When I'm not working or reading, I try to travel as much as I can. I grew up partly in Costa Rica, studied in Spain, and worked in France. More recently, I have spent time in Mexico, Portugal, and Panama. Closer to home, I like hiking, spending time with friends, family, and pets, as well as learning to cook new things. I was once an avid soccer fan and am trying to get...

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.

...teaching to each student. That's why I love tutoring. I can tailor each student's sessions to what they actually need to work on, not what they need to learn for a test. I also believe in contact with school teachers when available. Knowing what they're struggling with in school allows me the ability to see what they need to practice, in addition to what they need to learn. I truly wish the best for each...

...students at a detention center and at a mental health treatment center. I'm excited to teach with Varsity Tutors, because my main job is as a stay-at-home dad to my son with special needs. MY EDUCATION aided me greatly in all of these positions. I graduated at the top of my class with my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Creative Writing from Seattle Pacific University (SPU). I then returned to SPU to obtain my Master's...

...love helping students get past their reading challenges and see the light in their eyes when they recognize their first letter sound, or word, or sentence or paragraph! My elementary teaching career has spanned over 20 years. The last 10, I have spent teaching small groups and individuals as a Reading Specialist. I have been lucky to study education in many areas of the country. I earned a BA in Liberal Studies with an emphasis...

...to both adults and children, before moving to Paris to pursue a master's degree. I received my graduate degree in international relations and diplomacy from the American Graduate School, writing my thesis on the effects of domestic politics on US foreign policy in the Middle East. I have a passion for learning and education, and an odd enjoyment for standardized tests. I try to share this enthusiasm and positive attitude with all of my students,...

I am driven individual with extensive business experience with is looking for a way to connect with and help others accomplish their goals. You will find that I am proficient at business, basic math, English social sciences and history. Additionally, I am very strong at study skills and time management. My goal is to help you accomplish your goals. ... I want to help empower you to figure out how your learning style affects your ability...

...the University of Minnesota. Since I graduated, I have moved to the wonderful city of Seattle where I am currently back in 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...

...specific rhetorical (persuasive) writing strategies in the service of their arguments. In addition to a strong interest in writing and composition, I also love languages. I have a BA and MA from the University of Colorado in French language and literature and a C3 DALF certification in French. I have taught French at the Alliance Francaise of Seattle as well as the University of Washington and the University of Colorado. My teaching philosophy is student-centered,...

I am an experienced educator with a passion for helping all students reach their full potential. Education: -MA Teaching & Multiple Subject Credential University of California Irvine -California Clear Credential University of California Los Angeles -Special Education Endorsement Seattle University

...using applications like Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SPSS, STATA, and SAS. Are you studying French? I am bilingual French-English and have taught in both languages at the university level, as well as helping high school students prepare for the International Baccalaureate Exams. Thesis students are of particular interest for my work as a tutor. I have successfully mentors more than 20 MA/MS and 6 PhD theses with students who have gone on to careers where their...