(131) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 98408
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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
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
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
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
Avery
Knowledgeable LSAT Tutor. 99th percentile LSAT scorer.
- $65 / h
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 20 miles
I scored at the 99th percentile (172) on the November 2019 LSAT. With the concepts still fresh in my mind, I would like to help other students do the same. I am confident that I will be able to elevate your testing skills to the 170+ range with a solid study plan (that I can provide) and effort on both of our parts. In Fall 2020, I will be matriculating to a top law school to pursue my dreams. In my free time, I enjoy running, kayaking in the beautiful Pacific Northwest waters, and spending t... Read more
Andy
Experienced Teacher Specializing in Filmmaking and Film Analysis
- $45 / h
- 12 ratings
- Tacoma , Washington ( 98403 )
- 20 miles
I'm Andy! I'm a filmmaker and film professor. My education consisted of film practice and film theory. My undergraduate degree was in Cinema and Media Arts and my masters was in Film Studies. Since then I have taught courses and lectures related to filmmaking and film theory. I also am an award winning filmmaker and writer whose works have been screened at film festivals and published in magazines around the world. I take my experiences of teaching and art making into my tutoring sessi... Read more
Jacques
Graduate from Lycee Savoie Leman, France
- $40 / h
- 39 ratings
- University Place , Washington ( 98467 )
- 10 miles
Je m'appelle Jacques, and I am pleased to help you soon improve your French. I recently moved from France to Pierce County. I have experiences a few european countries and I am fluent in German too. Being a french native I can teach you how to speak the language with accuracy and at your own pace. I am also available to give lessons to kids, students, anyone regardless of age, ability and background. So feel at ease and "A bientot" for a successful working relationship... Read more
Richard
Engineering Grad For Math and Science Tutoring
- $30 / h
- University Place , Washington ( 98467 )
- 16 miles
I have over 30 years of practical engineering and business experience dealing with product planning, development, design and manufacturing in the automobile industry. During my carrier I utilized all of my engineering (BSME) and business (MBA) education in the real world at technical and managerial positions to deliver quality products to all of the major markets worldwide. I spent most of my carrier learning to communicate in spite of language and cultural differences. After retirement fr... Read more