Who's ready to rock some math?! I am! And I hope you are, too! Together, we've got this! I specialize in teaching and tutoring middle school mathematics. My degree is in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University, and I have a Middle School Math Endorsement through the state of AZ. For the past 7 years, I have taught 7th grade math in the public school system, so math and I have become close friends! In my teaching and tutoring, I love using question strategies to help learn where my students are at in their math skills and to help them to continue to grow in them. Hopefully with me as your tutor, you will learn to like (or dislike) math a little more than you do now! When I am not working with students, I love to bake, watch movies with my husband, read, and spend time with my family.

I am an Alumni of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) at a small liberal arts college. I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Psychology which prepared me to work in a variety of fields. I am currently working towards becoming a certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, I just completed my first year. My goal is to become NIC certified through RID. I am also passionate about working with a variety of students from a variety of backgrounds. I have worked with ESL students from around the world remotely for two years.My goal when working with someone is to meet their needs and focus on what a person is knowledgeable about first and then focus on where they need to improve. My favorite subjects to tutor are English, ASL, and Creative Writing. My philosophy when teaching is, it is okay to make mistakes and, it is vital to try new ways of approaching a subject.When I have the chance, my hobbies are hiking, camping, swimming, kayaking with my family. I also enjoy playing video games and creating artistic makeup looks.

Hello! My name is Matthew, and I am pursuing a degree in mathematics from Gonzaga University. After three years of background in civil engineering, I elected to modify my major to continue my interest in a career in math education. I am from Tacoma, Washington, and love the west side.I believe education and tutoring must be approached from a subjective perspective, working with every student as a unique and dynamic learner. I believe that the student is the root of education, and the role of a teacher or tutor is to supplement the student's drive to help them be as successful as they can be. I also understand that math, as well as many other academic subjects, are not easy to learn or work with at first, and that the challenge is something that, with dedication and the proper support framework, can always be overcome.I love seeing students get excited about new content or a new topic that suddenly clicks, and this reward of success of others is really the driving force in my pursuit of being an educator.I'm looking forward to working with you in the future, and hope to be a part of your educational journey!

I have been involved in education for as long as I can remember. I started my career as an educator as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience 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 a knack for presenting information in ways that resonate with students and that students can understand. I take pride in my ability to make learning fun and rewarding -- even when it is a students' most challenging subject.

I am a graduate of Washington State University where I received a Bachelor's in Mathematics with a focus in Actuarial Science. I have a passion for math. I love seeing patterns, making connections, and understanding the way things are the way they are, not just memorizing formulas. Whatever you are struggling with, or would like further clarification on, I'm here to help you understand the core ideas behind the math, so that you don't just know it, you truly understand it! It was my love for math that drove me to be where I am today, and I would love to share that passion with you!

Passion energizes my teaching philosophy. I want to help you succeed whether you want to deepen your knowledge of politics and government or develop your critical thinking skills, enhance your reading, writing, and research skills. I also work with students who want to practice their conversational and written Spanish.For non-native English speakers, I can help you deepen your English skills from common street slang where you learn to "speak like an American" to academic reading and writing which can place you in college level classes at our local colleges and universities.I teach college level ESL and social sciences at Tacoma area colleges and cover the following subjects: American Government and politics, civics, history, social theory, and academic reading, writing and research. I actively perform qualitative research.Let me help you succeed!

It is my firm belief that individualized education is the greatest benefit an educator can offer their students. Every student is different. It is important to recognize that and determine what learning style is best suited for them. Just because a student may struggle with a certain teaching style or subject matter, does not mean they cannot be successful in it. Education can be exciting and rewarding. As a tutor, it is my goal to help students learn in an way that is best suited for them and will help them to be most successful. I'm here to help them accomplish their goals.I received my Bachelor of Science in Captive Wildlife Care and Education from Unity College, a science-based college that focuses in hands-on education. Professional experience in scientific facilities dedicated to public education such as the Alaska SeaLife Center and the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies have given me personal experience in the field of science/science education, making me uniquely qualified to tutor in that subject. As a published writer with strong academic success in English courses I am also qualified to tutor Reading, Writing, and English. My strong organizational skills and academic excellence has also prepared me for tutoring in College Application Essay Writing and Admissions. I would greatly enjoy being a part of your academic journey!

I am an experienced tutor who finds joy in learning. I received my Bachelor's degree from the University of Puget Sound where I majored in Religious Studies and minored in Math. I received honors in my major and was accepted into the Theta Alpha Kappa Honors Society. In addition to tutoring, I currently work in human resources.I began tutoring in college when I started helping local high school students with algebra and physics. This was the first of many tutoring positions which went on to include both in-school and in-home tutoring. I have worked as an independent contractor as well as with tutoring agencies, giving me a wealth of different tutoring experiences. I have worked with students from preschool through college in reading, writing, math, and study skills. As a result, I have helped many students raise their grades and reach or exceed their goals. This included preparations for the SAT and state testing.I believe that anyone can learn anything if given the right tools and motivations. I am patient but firm, and hope to instill confidence and self-efficacy in every student. I do so by placing more emphasis on understanding concepts than on getting the right answer; the right answer will come when the concepts are understood. I have always excelled at test-taking and scored three 5's (in English Literature/Composition, English Language/Composition, and Calculus AB) and three 4's (in Calculus BC, Physics C, and US History) on my AP exams.When I am not working, I like to read, obsess over my favorite TV shows, make home improvements, and I am trying to teach myself how to cook and play the bagpipes (not simultaneously).

I received a B.S. in Biology and one in Geology from Washington State University. I completed my M.Ed. at the University of Washington-Tacoma. I have worked teaching biology, physics and algebra at the high school level, and for the last two years, I have worked as a substitute teacher for middle and high school students for a Pierce County school district. I am Certified by the State of Washington to teach Science at the secondary level and to teach math at the middle school level. I believe in a student centered approach to teaching where personal interests and learning styles are taken into account. I also teach Tai Chi and the Tai Chi sword form. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy online video games, science fiction (and science fact!) television, and I have been known to go to comic book conventions dressed as a mad scientist.

I am passionate about helping students realize and understand their personal learning potential. Currently I am studying to get my masters degree in Seattle and plan to begin my career as a school counselor in 2018. I enjoy meeting new people and feel very comfortable relating to students. I am excited about getting to know new students through Varsity Tutors and customizing tutoring sessions to fit unique needs.

Who's ready to rock some math?! I am! And I hope you are, too! Together, we've got this! I specialize in teaching and tutoring middle school mathematics. My degree is in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University, and I have a Middle School Math Endorsement through the state of AZ. For the past 7 years, I have taught 7th grade math in the public school system, so math and I have become close friends! In my teaching and tutoring, I love using question strategies to help learn where my students are at in their math skills and to help them to continue to grow in them. Hopefully with me as your tutor, you will learn to like (or dislike) math a little more than you do now! When I am not working with students, I love to bake, watch movies with my husband, read, and spend time with my family.

I am an Alumni of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) at a small liberal arts college. I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Psychology which prepared me to work in a variety of fields. I am currently working towards becoming a certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, I just completed my first year. My goal is to become NIC certified through RID. I am also passionate about working with a variety of students from a variety of backgrounds. I have worked with ESL students from around the world remotely for two years.My goal when working with someone is to meet their needs and focus on what a person is knowledgeable about first and then focus on where they need to improve. My favorite subjects to tutor are English, ASL, and Creative Writing. My philosophy when teaching is, it is okay to make mistakes and, it is vital to try new ways of approaching a subject.When I have the chance, my hobbies are hiking, camping, swimming, kayaking with my family. I also enjoy playing video games and creating artistic makeup looks.

Hello! My name is Matthew, and I am pursuing a degree in mathematics from Gonzaga University. After three years of background in civil engineering, I elected to modify my major to continue my interest in a career in math education. I am from Tacoma, Washington, and love the west side.I believe education and tutoring must be approached from a subjective perspective, working with every student as a unique and dynamic learner. I believe that the student is the root of education, and the role of a teacher or tutor is to supplement the student's drive to help them be as successful as they can be. I also understand that math, as well as many other academic subjects, are not easy to learn or work with at first, and that the challenge is something that, with dedication and the proper support framework, can always be overcome.I love seeing students get excited about new content or a new topic that suddenly clicks, and this reward of success of others is really the driving force in my pursuit of being an educator.I'm looking forward to working with you in the future, and hope to be a part of your educational journey!

I have been involved in education for as long as I can remember. I started my career as an educator as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience 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 a knack for presenting information in ways that resonate with students and that students can understand. I take pride in my ability to make learning fun and rewarding -- even when it is a students' most challenging subject.

I am a graduate of Washington State University where I received a Bachelor's in Mathematics with a focus in Actuarial Science. I have a passion for math. I love seeing patterns, making connections, and understanding the way things are the way they are, not just memorizing formulas. Whatever you are struggling with, or would like further clarification on, I'm here to help you understand the core ideas behind the math, so that you don't just know it, you truly understand it! It was my love for math that drove me to be where I am today, and I would love to share that passion with you!

Passion energizes my teaching philosophy. I want to help you succeed whether you want to deepen your knowledge of politics and government or develop your critical thinking skills, enhance your reading, writing, and research skills. I also work with students who want to practice their conversational and written Spanish.For non-native English speakers, I can help you deepen your English skills from common street slang where you learn to "speak like an American" to academic reading and writing which can place you in college level classes at our local colleges and universities.I teach college level ESL and social sciences at Tacoma area colleges and cover the following subjects: American Government and politics, civics, history, social theory, and academic reading, writing and research. I actively perform qualitative research.Let me help you succeed!

It is my firm belief that individualized education is the greatest benefit an educator can offer their students. Every student is different. It is important to recognize that and determine what learning style is best suited for them. Just because a student may struggle with a certain teaching style or subject matter, does not mean they cannot be successful in it. Education can be exciting and rewarding. As a tutor, it is my goal to help students learn in an way that is best suited for them and will help them to be most successful. I'm here to help them accomplish their goals.I received my Bachelor of Science in Captive Wildlife Care and Education from Unity College, a science-based college that focuses in hands-on education. Professional experience in scientific facilities dedicated to public education such as the Alaska SeaLife Center and the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies have given me personal experience in the field of science/science education, making me uniquely qualified to tutor in that subject. As a published writer with strong academic success in English courses I am also qualified to tutor Reading, Writing, and English. My strong organizational skills and academic excellence has also prepared me for tutoring in College Application Essay Writing and Admissions. I would greatly enjoy being a part of your academic journey!

I am an experienced tutor who finds joy in learning. I received my Bachelor's degree from the University of Puget Sound where I majored in Religious Studies and minored in Math. I received honors in my major and was accepted into the Theta Alpha Kappa Honors Society. In addition to tutoring, I currently work in human resources.I began tutoring in college when I started helping local high school students with algebra and physics. This was the first of many tutoring positions which went on to include both in-school and in-home tutoring. I have worked as an independent contractor as well as with tutoring agencies, giving me a wealth of different tutoring experiences. I have worked with students from preschool through college in reading, writing, math, and study skills. As a result, I have helped many students raise their grades and reach or exceed their goals. This included preparations for the SAT and state testing.I believe that anyone can learn anything if given the right tools and motivations. I am patient but firm, and hope to instill confidence and self-efficacy in every student. I do so by placing more emphasis on understanding concepts than on getting the right answer; the right answer will come when the concepts are understood. I have always excelled at test-taking and scored three 5's (in English Literature/Composition, English Language/Composition, and Calculus AB) and three 4's (in Calculus BC, Physics C, and US History) on my AP exams.When I am not working, I like to read, obsess over my favorite TV shows, make home improvements, and I am trying to teach myself how to cook and play the bagpipes (not simultaneously).

I received a B.S. in Biology and one in Geology from Washington State University. I completed my M.Ed. at the University of Washington-Tacoma. I have worked teaching biology, physics and algebra at the high school level, and for the last two years, I have worked as a substitute teacher for middle and high school students for a Pierce County school district. I am Certified by the State of Washington to teach Science at the secondary level and to teach math at the middle school level. I believe in a student centered approach to teaching where personal interests and learning styles are taken into account. I also teach Tai Chi and the Tai Chi sword form. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy online video games, science fiction (and science fact!) television, and I have been known to go to comic book conventions dressed as a mad scientist.

I am passionate about helping students realize and understand their personal learning potential. Currently I am studying to get my masters degree in Seattle and plan to begin my career as a school counselor in 2018. I enjoy meeting new people and feel very comfortable relating to students. I am excited about getting to know new students through Varsity Tutors and customizing tutoring sessions to fit unique needs.