Offers online services
About
For 7 years, I have been working from a place of kindness and care for my students' success. To make tutoring accessible, I offer sessions at a sliding scale of $40-80/hr.
I'm motivated to improve my student's experience by simplifying their learning and/or adding the challenge they need.
See my website https://www.carissadoes.com/tutoring for more about my services!
Specialties
Grade level
Pre-kindergarten, Elementary school, Middle school, High school, College / graduate school, Adult learner
Subject
Reading, Essay writing, Creative writing, Handwriting, Spelling, Grammar, Learning English as a 2nd language
Photos and videos
.jpg)
Reviews
0.0
0 reviews
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
AB
aspen B.
Carissa was incredibly personable, kind, and professional. Its clear she has a passion for education and helping others.
October 09, 2023
AD
anita D.
Perhaps what I most appreciate about Carissa is that she’s not only been a good math tutor, but she gets along amazingly with my 15-year-old-grandson. He can be in a negative space when I pick him up from school, and he clearly perks up when he and Carissa are working together – I hear them laugh together often. There doesn’t seem to be any ‘superiority’ in the relationship although it’s clear that she’s won the respect of my grandson.
Other things I also appreciate: she’s been highly reliable; she’s made every effort to accommodate and flex to meet our needs relative to schedules; she’s researched and recommended helpful resources; she’s been responsive when I’ve sent her messages; she’s been good about leeting us know if there a reason she needs to miss a session – and she always tries to make it up; she’s been willing to communicate with my grandson’s math teacher at school; and I should not fail to mention that I think her rates are quite reasonable.
Carissa is able to be an effective tutor without standing on formality, and that not the impression I got from other math tutors I initially considered. I truly ENJOY seeing her every week, and I would highly recommend her to anyone!
October 08, 2023
AD
anita D.
She comes to my home. She seems to be down to earth and to have successfully engaged my teenage grandson. She has been responsive to our concerns and is structuring her tutoring to review foundational material before moving forward. Given that weve only had our first 4 sessions, its too soon to say much more.
April 11, 2023
CB
carrie B.
Carissa does a great job with our daughter who is currently in AP Calc, and we previously hired her to assist with Algebra II. Carissa is patient, ensures understanding, and keeps moving through the material (not spending time on skills that are understood). We have asked Carissa to tutor both in person and over Zoom at different times, and she has been flexible which is appreciated. She is professional and comes prepared. We would certainly hire her again.
January 25, 2023
BC
Barbara C.
Carissa has an amazing way of teaching, she has been so helpful with my sons learning that he looks forward with his time with her every week.
October 13, 2022
•Hired on Tutors
BC
Barbara C.
Carissa is very personable and she keeps my son engaged.
September 30, 2022
•Hired on Tutors
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My first priority is to get to know you and what you need from tutoring through good communication. Emailing at [email protected], texting or calling at (253)220-7243 are all great ways to get in touch with me to schedule a first session usually within 24 hours!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been working with 2nd grade through University students for 7 years now.
Before I graduated High school in 2018 I earned my Associate of General, and I am a semester away from finishing my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at a Liberal Arts University. And for the past three years I have taught math, writing, art and STEM programs for 3rd-5th grade students at a private schools.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My default rate is $65/hour based on my expertise and dedication. But! If that is not reasonable for you financially I do make exceptions in order to ensure my services is accessible to everyone who needs tutoring.
How did you get started teaching?
I want to understand the big picture, the "why". Learning on a deeper level has allowed me to help others throughout my academic career. I know first the incredible difference receiving tutoring makes and I wanted to do that for others.
What types of students have you worked with?
Everyone from 2nd grade through University, including neurodivergent students. Over 7-years in private tutoring, community outreach work, and university drop-in hours I have learned how to tailor my tutoring to the individual student!
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I received the text, "He got an A!" I was so happy for them and proud of the work we did to achieve the grade they wanted.
A student in my first summer camp of the year also recently decided to sign up for the other 3-weeks because of how much they enjoyed the first.
I am also always especially proud of the work I do when by increasing a students understanding they go from anxious to relaxed and hopeful in the course of a session.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Does the person treat you with respect and understanding?
Learning support should be supportive. Having someone emphasize what you can do rather than what you cannot is huge for a student's ability to make progress and build confidence.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are your priorities for tutoring? How do you feel about learning?
This helps me come up with the most effective plan based on where you are now and sets us up to accomplish your goals!
Services offered
Math
Art
Accounting
Speech
Finance
Computer Engineering
Homeschool
Special Needs
Science
Social Sciences
Reading And Writing Tutoring
Test Prep Tutoring