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Erika V. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erika V.
95/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

K-12 Reading and Writing, SAT/ACT, Marketing and Professional Writing

Let's get you past the various blocks and on to better test scores, better written correspondence and essay creation, and a better understanding of the English language and how to make it work optimally for you. Tutoring is a joy for me; awarding so much of what I love doing in one package: teaching, sharing, and...

5.0 (772)
95/hour
3,410 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes

Let's get you past the various blocks and on to better test scores, better written correspondence and essay creation, and a better understanding of the English language and how to make it work optimally for you. Tutoring is a joy for me; awarding so much of what I love doing in one package: teaching, sharing, and...

Bud L. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bud L.
135/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

ISEE and SSAT

For more than 8 years I have tutored students preparing for standardized tests including SAT, ACT, GMAT, ISEE and SSAT. Many of my students who took ISEE managed to get into the schools of their choice. Preparing for ISEE requires commitment from the student outside tutoring sessions. I can help design a study...

4.8 (258)
135/hour
1,114 hours tutoring

For more than 8 years I have tutored students preparing for standardized tests including SAT, ACT, GMAT, ISEE and SSAT. Many of my students who took ISEE managed to get into the schools of their choice. Preparing for ISEE requires commitment from the student outside tutoring sessions. I can help design a study...

Brian V. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian V.
55/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Master's Degree 20+ years teaching!

I graduated from the University of Washington in 1996 and traveled across the state to join the ranks of our "arch enemy" at Washington State University for graduate school in Speech-Language Pathology, completing my masters degree in 1998. It wasn't until about 2010 that I realized I have always been a coach. In middle...

5.0 (4)
55/hour
13 hours tutoring

I graduated from the University of Washington in 1996 and traveled across the state to join the ranks of our "arch enemy" at Washington State University for graduate school in Speech-Language Pathology, completing my masters degree in 1998. It wasn't until about 2010 that I realized I have always been a coach. In middle...

Ty B. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ty B.
67/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Biochemistry PhD and University Professor

ACT Math: 35 SAT Math: 800 SAT Math II: 760 AP BC Calculus: 5 Multivariable Calculus at Vanderbilt: A

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5.0 (273)
67/hour
641 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutes

ACT Math: 35 SAT Math: 800 SAT Math II: 760 AP BC Calculus: 5 Multivariable Calculus at Vanderbilt: A

Austin A. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Austin A.
64/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Math professor, experienced tutor and test prep specialist

I've read my copy of The Elements of Style multiple times, and I feel confident in my knowledge of English standard syntactical structures. I got a 35 on the English section of the ACT, and I'm acquainted with the quirks of the ACT English system. I'm confident in my ability to help a...

4.6 (18)
64/hour
46 hours tutoring

I've read my copy of The Elements of Style multiple times, and I feel confident in my knowledge of English standard syntactical structures. I got a 35 on the English section of the ACT, and I'm acquainted with the quirks of the ACT English system. I'm confident in my ability to help a...

Michael W. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael W.
85/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Raise Your ACT Reading & Science Scores Fast

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven strategies tailored to how the ACT works. My approach builds both...

5.0 (113)
85/hour
316 hours tutoring

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven strategies tailored to how the ACT works. My approach builds both...

Tiffany W. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tiffany W.
65/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Master's in Teaching English Inst. Experienced with SAT Reading

Reading strategies are critical when taking a standardized test such as the SAT and ACT. I have a wide variety of reading strategies for you to choose the one that best fits your needs and learning style. I create all the curriculum and practice that you will need, even when your skills need a great deal of work.

5.0 (3)
65/hour
11 hours tutoring

Reading strategies are critical when taking a standardized test such as the SAT and ACT. I have a wide variety of reading strategies for you to choose the one that best fits your needs and learning style. I create all the curriculum and practice that you will need, even when your skills need a great deal of work.

Andrew F. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew F.
60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

ACT / SAT & Academic Tutor, College Counselor (Dartmouth Grad)

Having attended Lakeside School in Seattle, WA and graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College, I know what it takes to excel academically. I know that it takes determination and discipline. But it also requires a passion for learning and an understanding of the big picture. My students excel not because they obsess...

5.0 (4)
60/hour
6 hours tutoring

Having attended Lakeside School in Seattle, WA and graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College, I know what it takes to excel academically. I know that it takes determination and discipline. But it also requires a passion for learning and an understanding of the big picture. My students excel not because they obsess...

Aaron A. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aaron A.
240/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

SAT/SSAT/APUSH Tutor to China's Top 1%. Ask about a free demo lesson.

Scores: SAT Reading & Writing 800/800 AP US History 5/5, AP English Language and Composition 5/5 GRE Verbal: 168/170 (98th percentile), Analytical Writing 5/6 SSAT: Reading 800/800, Verbal 800/800 For twelve years, I have helped students achieve dramatic results on standardized tests. For half of that time,...

5.0 (1154)
240/hour
3,264 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

Scores: SAT Reading & Writing 800/800 AP US History 5/5, AP English Language and Composition 5/5 GRE Verbal: 168/170 (98th percentile), Analytical Writing 5/6 SSAT: Reading 800/800, Verbal 800/800 For twelve years, I have helped students achieve dramatic results on standardized tests. For half of that time,...

Dhamanpreet K. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dhamanpreet K.
325/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Stanford Med Student, MIT Undergrad, 100th Percentile MCAT, 270 Step 2

I am a 4th year student at Stanford Medical School. I completed my undergrad at MIT with a double major in computational biology and mathematics. I was a TA in the electrical engineering and computer science department. I have extensive experience tutoring high school and college students in math and science subjects. In...

5.0 (38)
325/hour
113 hours tutoring

I am a 4th year student at Stanford Medical School. I completed my undergrad at MIT with a double major in computational biology and mathematics. I was a TA in the electrical engineering and computer science department. I have extensive experience tutoring high school and college students in math and science subjects. In...

Hannah P. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hannah P.
65/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced High School Math Tutor and Academic Coach

As a tutor, I love consistently providing that environment and giving students focused feedback so that they gain confidence and develop essential academic skills. I specialize in tutoring ACT/SAT test prep because all of the questions can be solved through step-by-step strategies. With enough practice...

5.0 (2)
65/hour
7 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes

As a tutor, I love consistently providing that environment and giving students focused feedback so that they gain confidence and develop essential academic skills. I specialize in tutoring ACT/SAT test prep because all of the questions can be solved through step-by-step strategies. With enough practice...

Stephanie T. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephanie T.
60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced, Patient, Positive, Encouraging and Effective Tutor

10 years of tutoring SAT and ACT prep. Experience targeting strategies that help students in specific areas since every student struggles with these standardized tests in different ways.

5.0 (837)
60/hour
3,786 hours tutoring

10 years of tutoring SAT and ACT prep. Experience targeting strategies that help students in specific areas since every student struggles with these standardized tests in different ways.

Michael H. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael H.
80/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced Math, Science, and Business Tutor. Results guaranteed.

I'm Michael. I have a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering and also an MBA - all from UCLA. I've been tutoring math and science since I was in high school and have countless success stories. Remind me to tell you about my *very* math-challenged roommate after college who had to pass Statistics to get his graduate...

5.0 (21)
80/hour
34 hours tutoring

I'm Michael. I have a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering and also an MBA - all from UCLA. I've been tutoring math and science since I was in high school and have countless success stories. Remind me to tell you about my *very* math-challenged roommate after college who had to pass Statistics to get his graduate...

Deborah R. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deborah R.
60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Tutoring is not only about subject matter; learn how to learn!

...from the community by assessing their college readiness skills, performing career and academic program assessments using several testing tools (i.e., wois.org, ACT Compass test preparation,Accuplacer test preview, etc.) I consistently access user-friendly sites with students to help them throughout their college program ...

4.9 (121)
60/hour
547 hours tutoring

...from the community by assessing their college readiness skills, performing career and academic program assessments using several testing tools (i.e., wois.org, ACT Compass test preparation,Accuplacer test preview, etc.) I consistently access user-friendly sites with students to help them throughout their college program ...

Darby M. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Darby M.
60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced STEM Tutor Specializing in Math and Natural Science

Hi, I’m Darby! I hold a B.S. in Earth and Space Exploration (Geological Sciences) and work full-time in Geotechnical Engineering. I’ve been tutoring for over a decade—starting in high school with classmates and siblings, then at a recreation center with 3rd–6th graders, and continuing to support students from...

5.0 (104)
60/hour
206 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutes

Hi, I’m Darby! I hold a B.S. in Earth and Space Exploration (Geological Sciences) and work full-time in Geotechnical Engineering. I’ve been tutoring for over a decade—starting in high school with classmates and siblings, then at a recreation center with 3rd–6th graders, and continuing to support students from...

Deanna P. Near Des Moines, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deanna P.
80/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced and Dedicated Tutor

My experiences have given me a unique perspective on the learning process. I believe that education can and should be individualized. When I work with students, I target their weaknesses and skill gaps. Often I provide extra resources to help students succeed because learning is a not a “one size fits all” situation;...

5.0 (260)
80/hour
1,410 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes

My experiences have given me a unique perspective on the learning process. I believe that education can and should be individualized. When I work with students, I target their weaknesses and skill gaps. Often I provide extra resources to help students succeed because learning is a not a “one size fits all” situation;...

Zohra H. Near Des Moines, WA, available for in-person tutoring
Zohra H.
50/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Zohra H. Experienced, Patient, and Innovative Math Tutor

I graduated from Bates College with a BA in Mathematics and received my masters in secondary education, specializing in math, from the College of William and Mary. I have taught and tutored from middle school to the community college level. I love being able to help students on an individual basis. With tutoring, I...

5.0 (40)
50/hour
114 hours tutoring

I graduated from Bates College with a BA in Mathematics and received my masters in secondary education, specializing in math, from the College of William and Mary. I have taught and tutored from middle school to the community college level. I love being able to help students on an individual basis. With tutoring, I...

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Abigail C.
275/hour

Awesome ACT Tutor with 10+ Years of Experience

I have been tutoring ACT prep for over ten years. I have a experience tutoring students of all different skill levels and goals. I customize strategies and methods for this test that are best suited for each of my students. I am very...

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5.0 (5266)
275/hour
17,394 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

I have been tutoring ACT prep for over ten years. I have a experience tutoring students of all different skill levels and goals. I customize strategies and methods for this test that are best suited for each of my students. I am very...

Near Des Moines, WA Tutoring
Robin G.
125/hour

Calculus, SAT, ACT, GRE Expert with B.S./M.S. in Math

I am a subject matter expert in the following: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, ACT, SAT, GRE, Statistics, Data Analysis, Experimental Design, Excel, SQL,...

5.0 (1011)
125/hour
3,986 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutes

I am a subject matter expert in the following: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, ACT, SAT, GRE, Statistics, Data Analysis, Experimental Design, Excel, SQL,...

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Frank J.
200/hour

Experienced SAT/ACT Math Tutor and More - Start Scoring Higher Today

Are you ready to take your math score on the SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE to the next level? Do you need help getting a higher grade in your math course? If so, you found the right tutor. In addition to being an SAT course instructor for a...

5.0 (109)
200/hour
656 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutes

Are you ready to take your math score on the SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE to the next level? Do you need help getting a higher grade in your math course? If so, you found the right tutor. In addition to being an SAT course instructor for a...

Near Des Moines, WA Tutoring
Razi H.
540/hour

Harvard Grad Experienced SAT/ACT Tutor

I have been tutoring SAT/ACT for more than four years to high school students from all different backgrounds, from public school to private schools, from the inner-city to the suburbs. I personally scored a 34 on my first try taking...

5.0 (529)
540/hour
1,881 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring SAT/ACT for more than four years to high school students from all different backgrounds, from public school to private schools, from the inner-city to the suburbs. I personally scored a 34 on my first try taking...

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Alex S.
125/hour

Academic Strategist, Stanford Grad for Fast Effective Learning

I scored a 35 on ACT English and have tutored and taught ACT classes in Southern California since 2012.

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4.7 (250)
125/hour
1,338 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutes

I scored a 35 on ACT English and have tutored and taught ACT classes in Southern California since 2012.

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Jon B.
250/hour

15+ years tutoring ACT Science

I have tutored ACT Science for many years and can help you raise your score on this section. Whether you are struggling with this section or trying to earn those last few, elusive points, I am happy to help!

5.0 (247)
250/hour
1,282 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutes

I have tutored ACT Science for many years and can help you raise your score on this section. Whether you are struggling with this section or trying to earn those last few, elusive points, I am happy to help!

Near Des Moines, WA Tutoring
David G.
158/hour

Olympiad Math, Elementary Math, SAT, Calculus

I have tutored an 11th grader for the math portion of ACT. I helped increase her score from 22 to 27. When I was applying to college, I took SAT and got 760 in math. Since then I've received a degree in math from University of...

5.0 (225)
158/hour
645 hours tutoring

I have tutored an 11th grader for the math portion of ACT. I helped increase her score from 22 to 27. When I was applying to college, I took SAT and got 760 in math. Since then I've received a degree in math from University of...

Near Des Moines, WA Tutoring
Jesse S.
175/hour

Experienced and Engaging ACT English Expert

I am committed to working tirelessly to help students achieve their desired results while enjoying the process along the way. I have nearly two decades of experience teaching ACT test preparation (Reading and English Sections) and focus on...

5.0 (2186)
175/hour
6,127 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutes

I am committed to working tirelessly to help students achieve their desired results while enjoying the process along the way. I have nearly two decades of experience teaching ACT test preparation (Reading and English Sections) and focus on...

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John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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