The Best Language Tutors in Des Moines, WA

I gained experience teaching English as a second language from my time as an LDS missionary in Japan, where we taught a weekly volunteer English class, along with other English-teaching volunteer work. Through teaching native speakers of such a different language, I was able to see my own language...See Austin's full profile

I’ve been tutoring English since 2016, working with both children and adults whose first language is not English. My experience includes supporting young learners with reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and writing skills, as well as helping adults build fluency and confidence in conversation. I use...See Ron's full profile

I support my students with personalized curricula and skills-based programs with intentional practice activities (like a writing practice). And, I am fueled daily by my lifelong practice, appreciation, and respect for the power of language and storytelling. My 30+ years of professional experience have spanned...See Deborah's full profile

I understand ROI (return on investment) and have helped train many project managers, directors and senior directors in project management as well as putting technical terms (from IT) into basic business language to communicate to the customers the benefits and costs of completing a project or program. I also...See Stephanie's full profile

Studying efficiently and protecting your mental health are the two most important parts of bar prep. My approach is to boil down complex concepts into conversational, even humorous language that you can understand and retain. The bar is all about collecting as many points as possible, so we will focus on the most...See Alexandria's full profile

I am a Python developer by profession, and have significant experience with that language. I understand and teach programming principles, including software design, program design, development methodologies and techniques. I have deep experience of database management systems, both relational and non relational. I...See Andy's full profile

I developed advanced bash scripts and workflows for others in a Linux server as a software developer and system administrator for the Ubuntu/Debian operating systems. Trained others in mastering the command line, and harnessing the power of programming languages like Python, R, MATLAB, C, and bash.See Jesse's full profile

Language learning should be fun, and my natural curiosity and love of languages help make it that way for students, too. As a non-native speaker of Russian, I am able to explain its rather complex grammar to learners in a way that they often find very effective. I have a degree in Russian Studies from...See Christina's full profile

I have a Masters in Comparative Literature and French Language and have 3 years of formal classroom experience as a French teacher of advanced levels in addition to many years tutoring students privately in French language and literature.See Erin's full profile

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the math section, you're not alone — and you're exactly the kind of student I specialize in helping. My tutoring style is patient, clear, and encouraging. I break problems down into logical steps, explain concepts in plain language, and teach at a pace that...See Jay's full profile

SHSAT covers math (up to algebra and geometry). I'm certified to tutor for both subjects and ready to start immediately. My format for the Language Arts portions utilizes my background in speech and hearing science, along with my background in prep for the SAT.See Brian's full profile

I have also taught in community colleges and adult programs and facilitated classroom teachers as they instruct language learners. Prior to retiring I taught ESL and Social Studies in the Bellevue School District; in addition, I presented at various professional development workshops. For the past three years,...See Janice's full profile

In the past, I have helped students build their own web and mobile applications in the domain of health, music, commerce, etc. For web dev, I love to work with languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript and Python, frontend frameworks such as React and Angular, backend frameworks such as NodeJS, Flask, and...See Jen's full profile

I have 20+ years of experience in teaching Russian and Latin languages to university students, consulting on Russian text analysis, stylistics and efficient communications in Russian. I have a PhD degree in Russian Language and an MA in Russian Literature. I published the textbook "Resonance:...See Elena's full profile

With the natural fluency that comes from having French-Canadian family, I joyfully share this expertise with any children who struggle with this language. 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...See Mariko's full profile

I have previous experience as a Private Tutor where I have given lessons to high school/university students on programming languages such as Python/Java/C/C++, as well as topics like Data Structures and Algorithms, Web Development, Software Development, Design Patterns, etc.. In addition, I...See Marin's full profile

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...See Pamela's full profile

I was born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia. I lived and worked in Indonesia for more than 30 years. During my 20 years investment banking and corporate finance career, I have written essays and did many business presentations in Indonesian. See Bud's full profile

Over the past five years, I have tutored Latin to elementary, middle, and high school students, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, noun/verb endings, and (of course) having fun! It is a passion of mine to bring the nearly lost language of Latin to life. See Sureya's full profile

I currently promote literacy work in our area locally and in the Americas, with Lux Language Partners. This year, I am writing quarterly articles for Macaroni kid of Issaquah/Snoqualmie.See Sharilyn's full profile

I took into account each student and their general abilities and understanding of English when editing and grading student work. I work with English Language Learners and English as Second Language students, and I typically start with a foundational understanding of English before assuming the student has...See Elizabeth's full profile

Over the course of my studies, I also completed a year of German and a course in the history of the German language, as well as a year of Modern Hebrew. My studies in linguistics overlapped with my courses in speech and hearing sciences, in which I learned about language acquisition as well as the...See Sandra's full profile

I am a native Mandarin Chinese speaker and am proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in the language. I have tutored children Chinese with the course materials that I created (including picture books and games) to make the subject and the learning experience more enjoyable, which in turn induced learning....See Danielle's full profile

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...See Jacques's full profile

I have worked with children from many cultural and second language backgrounds and enjoy assisting them! Let me support your student in this important skill of learning the English language with confidence.See Leita's full profile