Top Tutors serving Seattle

Michael: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...reasoning abilities. In particular, I like to help students to understand how the subjects they are learning apply in the real world. For example, using statistical methods to predict how well a professional baseball team will perform, or how prime numbers can be used in modern day cryptography. I have found that the best way to make abstract mathematical concepts interesting to a student is to show how that concept is relevant today.... Setting clear learning...
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University of Washington-Tacoma Campus - Bachelors, Law and Policy

Katie: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...those of immigrant parents, as well as lower income families, to help both student and parent understand their child's potential. The subjects that I love to inspire others with are English and Math, I believe that there is always more than one way to teach someone and therefore am able to adapt to many different situations and educational levels that I am presented with. I also believe that sometimes it takes more than just memorizing...
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Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Henry: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...match your schedule the best I can! I'm always happy to share cool travel stories. Just graduated college with honors in Chem and Math. Now an online tutor. The flexible schedule means I can travel and have waaaaaay more awesome hobbies than any one man should be allowed to have, basically Indiana Jones! If Indy were a barefoot chemist, and also a future carny... Anyway I really enjoy nerding out about science and science-like things,...
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Lewis & Clark College - Bachelors, Mathematics and Chemistry

Alex: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...graduation. I believe in the importance of writing correctly, expressively, and effectively. Being able to express oneself precisely is vital for students of all disciplines, and indeed for all people who are involved in the difficult process of navigating human relationships. Achieving this precision, however, easier said than done. As a tutor, I am committed to helping students express themselves with as much creativity and uninhibitedness as possible while also staying true to the constraints...
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Pratt Institute-Main - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Writing
Georgia State University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Brian: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...until I left high school. During my time in college, I have also tutored peers in mathematics (typically Calculus 1-3) as well as general and organic chemistry. My experience in both high school and college includes formal and informal tutoring. Much of the aforementioned experience pertains to one-on-one or small-group tutoring. In addition to enjoying tutoring, I also enjoy seeing my students succeed. In middle school, I struggled to find motivation in the field of...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
Robert: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...from the sentence level through paragraph and finally to overall structure. My goal is to not only improve the current essay, but to imporve essay writing skills permanently. I am passionate about teaching, and find it constantly rewarding. Currently I am awaiting deployment to Sub-Saharan Africa with the Peace Corps where among other things I will teach. Aside from this I also enjoy playing guitar and listening to music, films, jogging, and just hanging out...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, English

Teresa: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...already know and the new material they're tackling. I've found that people tend to be much smarter than they think they are. Often all it takes is somebody to point out the similarity between that 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...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Brett: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...empathetic pedagogy. This begins with the acknowledgment that all students are different, all students have their own interests that should be taken seriously, and all students possess a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be drawn upon in order to allow each student to fully develop his or her own capacities. I love working with students in all fields, but I am most passionate about the Humanities and Social Sciences, Politics, Philosophy, History, English...
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Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, Politics; Philosophy and Religion
Temple University - Master of Science, Political Science and Government
Elizabeth : Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...experience the West Coast! I have experience as a tutor and a teaching assistant from my time in college, and I've always helped my friends and my sisters with their schoolwork. I currently tutor English, computer science, and I can help with test prep. Outside work, I like to run, play with my dog, go to kickboxing, and experience everything Seattle has to offer. I love traveling and trying new things, but there is so...
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Iowa State University - Bachelors, Computer Engineering

Juul: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...Education - Mathematics. After graduating, I went overseas for a year as a Marine Reservist. When I returned, I taught high school math classes for three years. Budget cuts sent me to a middle school where I taught the high school credit classes there as well as coached the math team. I have a lot of teaching experience and have learned tricks and techniques from excellent teachers. I look forward to helping you reach your...
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Eastern Washington University - Unknown, Secondary Education - Math
State Certified Teacher

Alex: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...concerns seriously and help you work through anxieties so that you can be your best student self. My favorite topic to tutor is History, but I also love to help students with ACT preparation and college admissions essays. I recognize that applying to college can be very stressful, and as a future professor, I think it is important that I help walk students through that process, sharing advice and critique and making sure that everyone...
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Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Music, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - PHD, History--British, World, Science Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31

Aaron: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
I am an aspiring author, with a love for teaching and helping students. I am a huge fan of Sci Fi and fantasy books and movies. I am currently attending the University of Washington Tacoma campus, with a major in history and minor in education. I've helped with students at the middle school level, namely language lrts and mathematics for several years now, and I enjoy meeting new students with an ambition to learn.... Diligence is...
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University of Washington-Tacoma Campus - Bachelors, History

Christi: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...to local elementary school kids. Since then, I have sought several opportunities to be involved in leadership and learning processes. I have worked with several different populations including elementary school, junior high, high school, and college-aged individuals on various professional levels including leading support groups, coaching, and teaching. I am currently a training manager for a medical scribe company where I frequently assess learning styles and seek to individualize training processes. I aim to act...
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Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelors, Biology (Minor: chemistry)

Tien: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...subject matter that you 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,...
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University of Miami - Bachelors, Chemistry, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 700

Clare: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...the University of Oregon's Environmental Science program, and have minors in Biology and Latin American studies. In the fall I will be starting a program in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and plan to follow up with a masters in Speech Language Pathology. During my undergraduate career, I was enthralled with the life sciences, and am passionate about passing that excitement on. The subjects that I love teaching most are Algebra, Geometry, Life Science, and English/Essay...
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University of Oregon - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science

Cheuk Man: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
I am a graduate from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics. With years of peers tutoring through high school/college and over 1 year of professional tutoring, I am confident in assisting anyone who are interested in learning to excel in the subject of their interests. I mainly focus on Mathematics tutoring (HS, College) but also available in subjects such as General Programming, Chinese and High-School Chemistry. ... Learning could be fun. The main...
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Oregon State University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Emily: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
Hello, I am a second year kindergarten teacher. I have worked with all ages of kids from kindergarten through 6th grade. I have helped students in elementary schools catch up in math and help them learn to read. When I am not working or doing homework of my own, I enjoy hanging out with my family, doing long distance runs and working out, and scrapbooking. ... I would get to know the child and learn what...
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Western Governors University - Current Undergrad, Elementary Education

Zoe: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...work with all levels of French learners from those looking to brush up their French for their next journey abroad to students from preschool to high school! As an English Language Arts teacher and English major, I love to work with students to write fluid, effective essays and analyze complex literary and nonfiction texts. Connecting students' interests to their work is my priority, and I like to use media, nature, sports, games, and online resources...
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
University of Oregon - Masters in Education, Education

Anna: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as a 9th grade English teacher has given me the opportunity to work with students from low-income backgrounds, students with learning disabilities, English Language Learners as well as students from a range of racial/ethnic identities. I strongly believe in every students' ability to learn new and challenging concepts. I have...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Politics
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Education Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410

Beth: Seattle tutor
Certified Tutor in Seattle, WA
...National Merit Scholarship. I have been tutoring adults since I was an undergraduate, and I have also tutored older elementary school students, middle school students, and high school students. Most of my students are aiming for scores that will help them get into highly selective universities. Some of my students also have ADHD, autism, or communication disorders. All of my students expect to work very hard in order to achieve their goals. In my free...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University - Bachelor in Arts, English Editing
Western Washington University - Bachelors, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
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