Award-Winning ISEE Tutors serving Lakewood, WA

...many problem types as possible. Sitting for a standardized test can be a stressful experience for many people. I try to give students a firm toolkit of techniques and tactics so that they do not have to improvise in that kind of situation, and can instead focus on showing what they know.

...priority is ensuring a comfortable space for my students while building up the confidence and knowledge that they need to ace their essays and tests. Outside of my academic interests and experiences, I am passionate about food and the outdoors. I value education, efficiency, wit, kindness, and the Oxford comma, and am constantly searching for...

...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 is taught...

...the years, and have thoroughly enjoyed working one on one with each of my students. In addition to teaching, I am a writer, and I've been editing my own book lately, soon to be completed and published. I have had poetry, prose and articles in local magazines and newspapers. Both my BA and MFA degrees...

...Physics, and other sciences. I also have spent the past few summers tutoring students in Reading and Writing and am able to help with everything from college essays and writing assignments to skills for standardized tests. I'm happy to work with a range of ages and will do my best to help make sessions as...

...that with perseverance and some capable guidance, a student can work to overcome any learning obstacles and be successful. My goal is to closely assess my students in order to form my instruction around their needs. I pride myself in being a patient, kind, and outgoing person. Outside of work and school, I love to...

I have been working with children in schools, daycares, summer programs, and afterschool programs for 13 years. I hope to use my diverse experiences to foster communities of joyful and eager learners.... I believe that each student travels on their own unique path to knowledge. I believe that a teacher is a guide along these paths, walking alongside each student, supporting them where they struggle and guiding them when there is a fork in the road.

...school setting has better prepared me to tutor students because I understand what is expected of them in academics. I am a young, eager and enthusiastic individual who strives to help students achieve success and overcome challenges. While teaching or tutoring, I conduct myself with professionalism, patience and just the right amount of fun. I...

...representation-we can do that visually online as we work together. Reading for fun is one of my hobbies, but I know how to inspire struggling readers and teach them techniques for making sense of what they're reading. I would describe my tutoring style as rigorous, positive and focused on each individual student and what they...

...worked on topics such as inelasticity, supply/demand, dead weight loss, monopolies, and taxation. I am also an Algebra tutor because I have been studying for the GRE (which requires a fair bit of Algebra) and I have some math background as part of my Economics coursework. As an undergraduate, I was a Philosophy major and...

...problems ahead of us, and maybe even find fun in doing it. I like to help students build a solid toolset of the skills they need to feel ready to approach any problem, whether it's reading or test-taking. My favorite subject to tutor in is Math! I'm passionate about getting girls (and everyone) involved in...

...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...

...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...

...on the connection between falls and dementia. I've presented at state, national and international conferences and enjoy coaching others to build their presentation skills as well. I find working with students very fulfilling, especially helping them to gain confidence in their subject area and their skills. I have been honored to mentor and be a...

...mathematics, grammar, and I also speak Spanish and German. I have most tutoring experience in Spanish, English, and environmental science. I love to use creative methods to make education more engaging and rewarding. I look forward to building lasting relations with students and supporting them on the path to being their best version of themselves.

...my approach to best help my student learn. Additionally, I've seen that asking questions and guiding my students to the answer helps them retain more information than simply telling them what the correct answer is at the start. Overall, my goal with each student is to have them understand the concepts of whichever subject they...

...course of each semester, helping them develop study habits, identify their challenges, and meet their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Writing, Economics, and Mathematics. I am a firm proponent of a growth mindset in education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for developing a sustained...

...with neurodiverse populations as a tutor and support. Through this work, I have learned the importance of compassion, patience, and flexibility when supporting individuals with different learning styles and abilities. These experiences have not only shaped me as a person but have also inspired me to advocate for accessibility and inclusivity in all aspects of...

...knowledge they already command. When learning new material, I prefer an in-depth approach that will look at the same idea from multiple angles. This is helpful, especially for younger learners, as a way to reinforce learning and also to check and make sure that the concept is fully understood. I find that connecting the new...

...preschool classroom, a part time counselor and I was in charge of an after school tutoring program. I particularly enjoyed tutoring. Many of the children were struggling with their reading and grammar skills. Having always been an avid reader, it was very gratifying to assist them discovering the joy in reading. I loved watching an...