(133) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 98401
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Paolo
Paolo: Writing Specialist for All Ages/Levels. Basic K-12 & More
- $50 / h
- 203 ratings
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98402 )
- 30 miles
Hello Everyone! My name is Paolo and and my ultimate goal in life is pretty simple: To help others achieve their full potential. In me, you can expect a friendly, encouraging, and positive teacher who adapts quickly to different learning styles and personalities while encouraging students to push themselves beyond their own expectations and limits. As a writing specialist, I believe that developing communication skills is essential for any kind of work and just life in general. I enjoy help... Read more
Hanna
Literature graduate specializing in writing, reading and college prep.
- $35 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 5 miles
I grew up in a family that valued education and encouraged a love of learning, self-determination, and the pursuit of diverse interests. I excelled in school and music, and earned my degree in Comparative Literature (with minors in Norwegian and American Indian Studies) magna cum laude at the University of Washington in Seattle. After graduating, I worked at a drop-in shelter doing GED tutoring and job-readiness training, and since then I have worked at Tacoma Community College as a Liberal A... Read more
Melanie
Enthusiastic Experienced Certified Elementary Teacher
- $35 / h
- 4 ratings
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 10 miles
I am a K-8 certified teacher. I taught 1st-5th grade for 20 years in Seattle Public Schools. I have a Special Education endorsement and am qualified to teach all general education subject areas. My experience with a range of learning styles and ethnic backgrounds provides me the ability to teach all elementary age children. I believe that having a commitment to strengthening literacy skills while having fun is the key to successful learning. I am especially strong in the academic areas of r... Read more
Colin
Writing Coach, AP English/History Teacher, College Essay Guru
- $55 / h
- 2 ratings
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98402 )
- 40 miles
I offer quality test prep, proofreading, college essay support, and tutoring in all humanities subjects. I am an experienced educator with a degree in history and a masters degree in teaching (MAT). I am also a National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT). I have been a classroom teacher for five years and have been tutoring students after school for the same amount of time. I have wanted to be a teacher since I was six years old - it is my passion and there is nothing else I would rather do! I fi... Read more
Carole
Career Planning & Fitness Counselor & Instructor
- $60 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98402 )
- 35 miles
I have a patient tutoring style with creative approach to learning. I have the ability to provide students with excellent college assessment preparation and am a career fitness and planning employment coach. I have over (8) years as an associate professor instructing at university, state college and technical school levels instructing general psychology, human development and abnormal psychology. Currently I am serving as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and coach for those who experi... Read more
Mary
Experienced teacher, published writer
- $50 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 20 miles
I have spent the past 11 years as an adjunct artist teaching creative writing at Tacoma School of the Arts. In addition to this hands-on teaching experience, I have spent most of my career writing and editing. I have written 41 nonfiction books for young readers on topics ranging from fashion designers to crafts. I've also written for magazines including People, Running Times, Family Circle, Seattle Homes & Gardens, and South Sound Magazine. I love writing and I really enjoy working with s... Read more
Dean
Patient and Knowledgeable Humanities & Math Tutor
- $50 / h
- 8 ratings
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 40 miles
Hi there! I'm Dean and I would love to help you achieve your academic goals. I graduated cum laude from UC San Diego with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and a minor in Political Science. I have six years of experience as a teacher, teaching supervisor, and assistant director of a learning center. I teach a wide range of subjects and a wide range of grade levels (yes, I love math too!). I enjoy making learning fun for my students and I'm able to adjust my teaching style based on their needs.... Read more
Thomas
Paradigm Transformer Specializing in Academic Excellence
- $65 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98402 )
- 10 miles
My motto is create a life that feels good on the inside - not just one that looks good on the outside. With that as my motivation I have served in the field of education for 30 years. After receiving my Mater's degree and serving a tour as a Captain in the US Air Force I started my career in education as a professional tutor for Sylvan Learning Systems in Washington, Oregon, and California teaching reading, writing, study skills, SAT/ACT preparation, and mathematics (algebra, geometry, and ca... Read more
Azusa
Authentic and Fun Japanese Tutor
- $30 / h
- 1 rating
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 40 miles
I have a Masters from the University of Mississippi and a degree in English Literature from the University of Kitakyushu, Japan. I am a native speaker of Japanese! I taught Japanese in a Japan-based company for last two years as I study Teaching English as a Second Language in a graduate school. I love making authentic and fun materials and overcoming challenges with my students! As a learner of English as a second language, I am familiar with the challenges of learning the language. From ... Read more
Stephen
Experienced Classroom Teacher of Spanish and ESL
- $50 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 20 miles
I am well-traveled internationally, confident and respectful of living and working in diverse cultures and languages with extensive living experience in Bolivia, Mexico and Chile, advanced aptitude in linguistic acquisition with Degrees in Spanish, Russian, and ESL, lived abroad and in multiple areas of the USA. I demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative in years of contracting in independent and contracted work with an expert knowledge of theory and practice. In the classroom I've w... Read more