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Monica: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…I got to make learning fun and exciting. I loved the look on a kid’s face when they learned something new. Later throughout my undergrad I got several other opportunities in education as an interpreter at the Burke Museum and as a TAA for the ESS Department at the University of Washington. I had lots...
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University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Space Sciences
Mike: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…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....
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University of Central Arkansas- Bachelors, Sociology
University of Missouri-Kansas City- Masters, Political Science and Government
Kevin: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…Washington with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering in 2012 and will be returning to the UW to pursue a PharmD degree in 2013. I have been tutoring for six years, both informally and through organizations such as UW and Bellevue College. I like teaching and continue to tutor because I enjoy helping students improve. I...
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University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
Georgia: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
……亲cess for me, and I enjoy helping students express themselves creatively on paper. My teaching philosophy is that every student I tutor is also an incredible teacher for me. Each student's learning style is so unique. A good tutor is patient and passionate enough to engage each student's unique learning style and help them find...
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo- Bachelor of Science, Anthropology and Geography, minor in Religious Studies
GRE Verbal: 161
Carolyn: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
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.
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Smith College- Bachelor in Arts, Education and Child Study/German Studies
SAT Math: 710
Jacqueline: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
I am a local elementary school teacher here in Seattle. I have been teaching for almost two years, and have been working with elementary aged children for over eight years. As an elementary...
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Humboldt State University- Bachelors, History
University of Washington - Masters, Elementary education
Bob: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…manufacturing company, delivering lessons of my own creation. I have been responsible for interior and exterior communications for various employers and clients, including brochures, technical sheets, press releases, and training materials. I have written short stories and authored six books on sports and holistic health, and I have been an emcee and performer (on trumpet)...
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The University of Texas at Arlington- Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry, Economics
University of Georgia- Masters, Microbiology, Science Education
Holly: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…happen to be true. I believe it is important that you must find a way to interest students in what they are learning if you want to engage them in the material. It's also important that students understands that they do not have to learn everything in one sitting but instead, should break the material...
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University of Missouri-Columbia- Bachelors, History
University of Missouri School of Law - Masters, Law
Matt: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…philosophy. I like to use lots of analogies and stories in my explanations, because anchoring difficult concepts in everyday experiences makes them much easier to comprehend. In addition to physics, I also enjoy tutoring subjects in math (Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, etc.), and Biology and Chemistry. And in my spare time, I enjoy playing Club Frisbee,...
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Rice University- Current Undergrad, Astrophysics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Brian: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…to college. There's only so much one can do in teaching the content that we also need to teach our students how they can become their own teachers and succeed on their own. Hence, I want my students not just to do well in their math classes or exams, but I also want them to...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus- Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
University of Washington-Seattle Campus- Masters in Education, High School Teaching
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Nicolas: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…Seattle University. I moved to the west coast from Minnesota for school, and love it here! I tutor all ACT subjects as well as Computer Science. I enjoy working with students, not only because I enjoy teaching but because I feel the best way to really master a subject is by helping others understand it....
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Seattle University- Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
Anna: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…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...
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New York University- Bachelors, Politics
Johns Hopkins University- Masters, Education Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
Todd: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…In my free time, I enjoy skiing in the winter, waterskiing and cycling in the summer, cooking all the time, and enjoying the company of my good friends and the great opportunities the Northwest has to offer. I love reading, especially books that expand my knowledge and my understanding of the world.
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Whitman College- Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Corbin: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…and I find these moments in math and science. In my free time I enjoy reading or spending time outdoors and if possible, both at the same time. I also can be found cheering loudly for a variety of sports teams; my favorite being my own Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Finally, I love my Irish...
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University of Notre Dame- Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
University of Portland- Master of Arts, Teaching
Tiffany: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…for ESL, it is very exciting to watch students build over time and be successful in their lives using what they've worked hard on in the classroom. I try to create a positive learning environment and connect to each student's different style of learning. I believe that connecting learning to student lives has great results....
Education & Certification
Western Washington University- Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Washington - Masters, Education
Suzanne: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…所有的学生都可以成为成功的学习者,although they may learn best in a wide variety of ways. When a student gets it, I get excited. I always do everything I can to make my students experience success. In my spare time I like to workout and run. I love the beach and kayaking. My family...
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Brigham Young University-Provo- Bachelors, Pre-Physical Therapy
Georgian Court University- Masters, Education
Juliet: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…so they too can pave the academic avenues to follow their dreams. I tutor Writing, English as a second language, Mandarin, and biology. Instilling confidence in my students is my top priority and I believe understanding a student’s learning style is paramount to effective teaching: I will get to know my students so that I...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus- Bachelor of Science, Biology major, Chinese minor
SAT Writing: 740
Sam: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…are very important to me. I make a great effort to stay in touch with them as often as possible. At the moment I'm taking a break after a year or two of working in engineering to enjoy the Pacific Northwest and pursue a few personal interests. I love to travel, and I'm hoping to...
Education & Certification
Washington State University- Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Amelia : Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
…at any level. Currently, I work in cancer research while I apply to medical school. I truly believe my past tutoring experiences, my strong academic track record, and passion for teaching allow me to be an energetic and dynamic tutor. Outside of the classroom I am an avid dancer, having studied various forms of dance...
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Fordham University- Bachelors, French Studies, Pre-Medical
Rory: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
Learning is a skill that should be gained, enhanced, and used throughout your life. Only then will success come.... In a first lesson, we would start by getting to know a little bit about each other, so we know who we are talking to, and asking what they hope to get out of the sessions. After understanding is reached, we can tackle the material.
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Utah State University- Bachelors, English
Full Sail University- Masters, Creative Writing
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