Carissa Tutors

My top priority is to get to know you and understand what you need help with. The best ways to reach me are by texting, or calling (253)220-7243. We can usually set up our first session within 24 hours!

I’ve been helping students from 2nd grade all the way up to university level for 7 years! Before I graduated high school in 2018, I earned my Associate's degree. Now, I’m just one semester away from finishing my Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics at a Liberal Arts University. For the last three years, I’ve also been teaching math, writing, art, and STEM classes for 3rd to 5th graders at a private school.

To make sure everyone can get help, I usually charge $65 an hour, but I can work with different prices between $40 and $80, depending on what you need.

I want to understand the big picture and the "why" behind learning. When I really get things, it helps me help others better. I’ve seen how much tutoring can make a difference, and I want to do that for you too!

I've worked with all kinds of students, from 2nd graders all the way up to college students, of all backgrounds including neurodivergent folks. After 7 years of private tutoring, community programs, and helping students my university, I’ve learned how to adjust my teaching to fit each student's needs!

I got a text that said, "He got an A!" I was so happy and proud of all the hard work we did together to reach that goal! One of my students from the first summer camp liked it so much that they decided to join for the next three weeks too! I also feel really proud when I help a student understand something better and see them go from feeling nervous to feeling calm and hopeful during our session.

Do they treat you with respect and understanding? Do they know what it feels like to struggle? What will they do if you don’t get something the first time? Learning support should be encouraging. It’s really important to have someone who focuses on what you can do, not just what you can’t. This helps you make progress and feel more confident!

Before talking to teachers about their needs, or at the start of tutoring students should talk to their teacher about these questions: What do I need help with? Is it a specific subject or a particular topic? How do I feel about asking for help? Am I nervous or unsure? Why? What have I tried already? Have I worked on this by myself or with someone else? What’s my learning style? Do I understand things better when someone explains them, or do I prefer hands-on activities? What are my goals? What grade or understanding do I want to achieve? How can I explain my struggles? Can I give examples of what’s hard for me? What kind of support do I think I need? Do I need more practice, a different explanation, or a little extra time? Thinking about these questions can help students communicate their needs better and get the support they deserve!