...I love seeing that look of understanding and amazement as things finally clicked into place. I am so proud to get to know them as students but also as such wonderful and interesting people. My teaching philosophy is to try and break down the big ideas into smaller bite sized pieces and graduall... (read more)
...I've worked with high school and college students with a variety of skill levels. I specialize in AP Lit test prep (both multiple-choice and essays), essay writing and review, and close-reading/text analysis. I have over 15 years experience teaching high school English, Philosophy, and AP Liter... (read more)
...Many students underestimate their own capabilities, and I strive to foster confidence by presenting them with opportunities to demonstrate proficiency. I also aim to make sessions as fun and entertaining as possible within the context of the substantive work we are doing. I have vast experience in helping students succeed on the SAT and ACT. (read more)
...Many (over 50) went on to be accepted to prestigious universities. When Covid began, I switched to online tutoring, using Zoom as my main platform. I have tutored many advanced students in middle and high school, and was able to assist them to enroll in schools for the highly capable in Washington State, such as Lakeside, SAS, and The Bush Schools. (read more)
...I've helped many students improve their grades. If you don't understand something, such as a math problem, I can simplify it until you get it and solve it all by yourself. I was a student at the University of Washington for my B.A. degree. (read more)