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The Best English Tutors in Des Moines, WA

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Pamela G.

75/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Exceptional and Caring Tutor

5.0 (605)

2,798 hours tutoring

Response time: 27 minutes

My expertise is helping to develop study habits and executive function skills that will serve the student throughout his/her academic career and indeed the rest of his/her life. English is not only grammar and syntax, but a language that has created great literature, beautiful poetry and communication...

Really lucky to have found this tutor!!!

During the last few months of my daughter's Freshman high school year, we realized that neither my husband or I could help our daughter dig her way out of an "F" grade in her English class. We just could not figure out what this i... - Kathy, 99 lessons with Pamela

Ron P.

60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

English/ESL, French & Portuguese Tutor | 10 Years Experience

5.0 (29)

36 hours tutoring

I’ve been tutoring since 2016, helping both native speakers and English language learners strengthen their reading, writing, grammar, and communication skills. I’ve worked with students across a wide range of ages—including middle school—focusing on building academic confidence and critical thinking. I...

Stephanie T.

60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced, Patient, Positive, Encouraging and Effective Tutor

5.0 (837)

3,787 hours tutoring

I have tutored students in many subjects including math (like IB and AP math classes through college calculus), science (like IB and AP chemistry, biology, physics, and anatomy physiology) and lately English writing and grammar. Due to the subject matter that I specialize in, I find that I am effective at helping...

The only tutor to choose!!!

Where do I begin? My son Alex is highly capable, and has very lofty goals. He took his SAT and ACT on his own without tutoring or even having entered his junior year of high school (thereby not having had many of the classes) and ... - Cheryl, 30 lessons with Stephanie

Joseph V.

35/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Patient Tutor and Communicator Available with Flexible hours

4.9 (24)

48 hours tutoring

I have two years of tutoring experience in English and writing and am willing to assist any student in improving in the areas of tutoring that is offered. I take an interest in all writing areas. I have taken Advanced Placement for English, Honors English in High School, and was once an...

Sandra D.

40/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

UW Grad, Algebra and English Tutor for Adults and Children

5.0 (14)

29 hours tutoring

I have a strong grasp of English writing, and I have degrees in linguistics and speech and hearing sciences.

Erin G.

75/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Certificated English Teacher with 10+ Years Teaching Experience

5.0 (9)

44 hours tutoring

I have also edited books for publication and am an impeccable writer. As a teacher currently certificated in English I should add that I am trained to work with learning challenges in my students and am skilled at bolstering not only skills but confidence in English native and non-native speakers.

Wonderful and patient tutor

I highly recommend Erin as an English tutor. She creates a very supportive and encouraging learning environment, which makes it easy to feel comfortable speaking and practicing conversation. My mom especially enjoyed how the lesso... - Angel

Elizabeth P.

32/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

English Teacher for Adult Learners!

5.0 (47)

80 hours tutoring

My tutoring included one-on-one and group lessons, specifically focused on: grammar and syntax; reading comprehension; reading analysis; the writing process in its entirety; essay instruction comprehension; and any issues that the student(s) had questions about regarding English language and English...

Jonathan B.

120/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Dr. JB- Writing Tutor & Executive Functions Coach

5.0 (9)

14 hours tutoring

15+ years as a writing coach and tutor. 20+ years coaching adults and college students In public speaking and preparing for course presentations. 6+ years teaching undergraduate and graduate education classes as adjunct faculty.

Austin A.

64/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Math professor, experienced tutor and test prep specialist

4.6 (18)

46 hours tutoring

My knowledge of English is deep and broad. My vocabulary is extensive, my knowledge of grammar is strong, and my feel for style is relatively keen. I am happy to teach any area in English; although it isn't a specific focus of my college education, I feel ready and qualified to teach it.

Very nice to work with!!!

Austin was awesome to work with. I hired him to help my 14 year old with substitutions. He has a great balance between work and humor. My daughter took to him right away and in an hour she was gained the understanding she needed t... - Belki

Deborah D.

75/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

ESL Educator & Writing Coach with 15+ Years Experience

5.0 (160)

498 hours tutoring

Response time: 20 minutes

Working with ESL professionals and Secondary School Level ELA students, I strive to make reading, writing, listening and speaking English for work and school enjoyable for those I coach and tutor. Enthusiastically and patiently, I will teach you fundamentals of grammar and conversational English to develop...

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Deborah helped me immensely in preparing for an important presentation. Our sessions covered a wide range of skills - public speaking, building confidence, improving my writing to be more impactful, and effectively communicating b... - Kara, 2 lessons with Deborah

Mariko I.

40/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Mariko I - Math, Science, French, Latin, English

5.0 (129)

402 hours tutoring

Response time: 21 minutes

I also took AP French and Latin during my high school years, allowing me to tutor both of these languages through a high school level, and French even to a collegiate level. Due to my experience with various languages and my natural passion for reading and literature, I am able to tutor various English subjects...

Consummate professional with an impressive mastery of subject areas

From hourly rate to availability to work ethic to pedagogical knack for simplifying the complex (or at least complex to me), Mariko impresses. Her infinite patience saw me through a few rough chemistry units. I absolutely recommen... - Molly, 3 lessons with Mariko

Timothy F.

50/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

PhD scientist available for help with math, science, and economics

4.9 (252)

556 hours tutoring

I have had the good fortune of tutoring several high school and college students in math, science, and economics over the years. When I first start tutoring someone, s/he is often frustrated and discouraged, so my first objective is to get his/her confidence back. That is even more important than the subject matter, as...

Fantastic tutor! Knowledgeable, patient, encouraging.

I have only worked with Timothy for a few sessions so far, but already he is helping me immensely with chemistry. He is super patient, and is able to relate complicated material to simple every day things so it makes it more unde... - Valerie, 2 lessons with Timothy

Deanna P.

80/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced and Dedicated Tutor

5.0 (267)

1,432 hours tutoring

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;...

Great Organized Tutor for Algebra II and Chemistry

We have used Wyzant for numerous years with our two daughters in different parts of the country and Deanna is one of the most organized, professional tutors we have ever had. We have logged thousands of hours of tutoring time wit... - Annette, 118 lessons with Deanna

Sharilyn L.

60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Improve your skills and confidence in Spanish, English, and History.

5.0 (402)

985 hours tutoring

Master's in Education

Sharilyn is a great English teacher for young children

Sharilyn has been a wonderful English tutor for my kids. Over the past few weeks, she’s shown great patience, warmth, and professionalism in every lesson. She created a fun and engaging learning environment that help my children f... - Hank, 6 lessons with Sharilyn

Tia R.

130/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

AP English Teacher and Public Speaking Coach

5.0 (9)

48 hours tutoring

R, and I am a writing and rhetoric teacher dedicated to helping people find their voice and/or use it effectively. I graduated with my Master's in Education from the University of Washington Seattle after receiving my BA in English and Communication from the University of Nebraska! I have my...

Chris C.

35/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Masters Degree in English

5.0 (58)

114 hours tutoring

I have thirty plus years of experience in working in individualized programs for all aspects of English including literature, grammar, composition, and proofreading.

Leita E.

60/hour

Near Des Moines, WA

Experienced, Caring, Educator Available for Private Tutoring

5.0 (83)

427 hours tutoring

I have worked with students from many countries and with varying levels of English. I have also worked with second language adults. I have over 30+ years of experience in education.

Gets to know the child and tailors the sessions

My son enjoys Leita and her teaching style. The summer sessions are holistic and when school starts math will be the focus. - Calvin, 13 lessons with Leita

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Youmna A.

100/hour

Georgetown Honors Grad | AP Literature & Language + Essay Writing

...research skills. I also tutor and provide test preparation for AP English Language and Composition, as well as AP English Literature and Composition. I scored a 5 on both AP exams and now use that experience to teach close reading, rhetorical analysis...

A Truly Excellent Tutor

Youmna is very bright and sweet, and extremely intelligent. Our daughter always learns something new in every session. She was falling behind in her AP Language course, and Youmna helped her to understand the concepts and catch up... - Alexandra , 57 lessons with Youmna

Deborah V.

67/hour

Highly skilled English/writing tutor for AICE, AP, SAT/ACT, and essays

5.0 (41)

209 hours tutoring

English literature; English grammar; writing and editing; text comprehension; AP, SAT, and ACT test preparation.

AICE language tutor

My son was having difficulty with one of his AICE language essay assignments and asked if I could try and find a tutor to help him. I found Deborah: after one session all of his anxiety was gone. He asked me if he could keep worki... - Jennifer, 35 lessons with Deborah

Jason M.

135/hour

Analytic Writing, Debate & Math Concepts Specialist | UCLA Philosophy

5.0 (45)

242 hours tutoring

I have 14 years of experience teaching ELA writing and reading comprehension across K–12, including four years teaching high school English and AP English Language. I’ve helped many 11th-grade students strengthen literary...

Teaching knowledge and confidence

Jason made an incredible difference for my daughter. Not only did her math grade improve, but her confidence did too. He tailors the lessons to what she needs and makes adjustments when he sees what she struggles with. She is bec... - Vanessa, 26 lessons with Jason

Tyler S.

100/hour

AP/SAT/ACT English Tutor from UChicago, specializing in Essay Writing

5.0 (32)

270 hours tutoring

Response time: 3 minutes

I have tutored students in AP Language and Composition, AP Literature, ACT English and SAT Reading. My tutees have managed to raise their scores exponentially, mastering form, content, and structure.

Very sincere and amazing teacher

Tyler is a very engaging teacher. My daughter takes lessons for English. He has objectives defined for long term, and works every week towards meeting those. My daughter looks forward to his class. - Manjusha, 13 lessons with Tyler

Mijin K.

100/hour

English Composition Instructor

5.0 (39)

142 hours tutoring

I have taught English Composition to community college and high school students.

Aric D.

120/hour

MA in English, 5+ Years of AP Lang/AP Lit Teaching Experience

Response time: 26 minutes

I hold a Master’s degree in English from UCLA and have over eight years of experience teaching English at both the high school and college levels. At a top-ranked Chicago prep school, I’ve taught AP English Language, AP...

An excellent tutor who has made a real difference

We began working with Aric when my son started struggling with the increased demands of high school Honors English, particularly with writing and literary analysis. Aric has been incredibly patient and supportive, and we have seen... - Julieta, 93 lessons with Aric

Ashley W.

100/hour

Ph.D. | Dartmouth M.A. in Creative Writing & B.A. in English Lit

5.0 (95)

517 hours tutoring

Response time: 10 minutes

I hold a Ph.D. in American Studies and Culture, a master’s degree in Creative Writing from Dartmouth College, and a B.A. in English Literature from Binghamton University. While at Dartmouth, I served as President of the Dartmouth...

superb tutor

Don’t even hesitate. My son is quite picky on tutors and she is the best. Super supportive and helping my son get things done when he has fallen behind. Thanks for all the help! - Tom, 13 lessons with Ashley

Rachel B.

80/hour

Ivy League tutor in essay writing, reading comprehension, and more!

5.0 (66)

273 hours tutoring

My English language skills have always been strong, and a Magna Cum Laude degree in linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania only corroborates that fact. I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of...

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Claudia A.

31 English lessons

Cleared all my doubts, good explanations, patient and have good practical and technical knowledge. Have a good time learning English with Ruth. Great teacher. Willing to do lessons every week.

An-Lei H.

67 English lessons

Janet is a kind and patient listener which is a plus to someone whom English is a second language. She customized my learning plan to help me improve more effectively.

Nikolay K.

20 English lessons

English is my second language and Paulla really helped me to get into it. Our lessons lasted six months and unfortunately we have to terminate our learning because I'm relocating to another state.

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