Our Areas
Oral Communication
Communication is key in all aspects of life, and we understand how important this is. There is nothing more frustrating than being unable to properly communicate with classmates, teachers, and community members. No matter where your child currently is, we are able to meet them where they are and help take them to new heights. We offer assistance in oral communication with phonics, phonetics, articulation, and more.
Reading
Simply reading a text is one thing. Being able to read deeper, between the lines, and break apart a passage is another. Our goal is to not only help your child develop deeper comprehension skills, but also expand their vocabulary and increase their deduction skills while we are at it. And that is just a small snippet of the many aspects we cover while tutoring reading.
Writing
As the famous saying goes, “The pen is mightier than the sword.” And indeed so. From creative to academic writing, we are here to help your child find their authorial voice. Words have the power to change the world. And learning how to wield them starts from our youth. In our writing classes, we cover important aspects of writing such as the writing process, figurative language techniques, idioms, how to make your writing as engaging as possible, and more.
Public Speaking
Imagine your child standing in front of their class, presenting to all thirty-something of their classmates. Or standing in front of judges during a competition, ready to present about their project. Is your child scared to speak in front of others? Or stressed about upcoming presentations? We have your back. From presenting about prepared topics to giving speeches on the spot, our coaching will help your child shine and achieve success with their newfound public speaking skills.
Digital SAT
With many colleges rolling back their test-optional conditions, doing well on the SAT is more important than ever. A good SAT score will help open many doors for your child, especially when they are applying to colleges, competing with thousands of students all across the country. We know exactly what a student needs to do in order to prepare themselves for their SAT, and we are ready to guide them on that path to achieving a greater score.
International Students
We assist both domestic and international students in a variety of areas. For international students, we help them broaden their horizons on American culture. We help them practice their communication skills through simulations and small group classes. It can be daunting for youth traveling overseas to the United States or elsewhere, especially if English is their second language. We understand this and prioritize making sure they have what they need to thrive, not just survive.
Our Team
Our team works hard to make sure your child gets the help they need. Find out more about us below!
Amy Zhao
Amy is the author of 7 bestselling books, which includes 4 chapter books and 3 graphic novels. Having been an author since second grade, Amy understands the importance of English and how big of an impact it can have on a child, encouraging them to chase their dreams. She hopes that Trailblazer Tutoring will empower more kids and help them reach for the stars.
Michelle Leong
Michelle is a civil engineering student at the University of Washington. A full-IB graduate, she understands the rigors of the program and the challenges that students may encounter throughout school and life. She hopes students will appreciate the importance of communication and learning. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, traveling, running, and reading books.
Daniel Zhang
Daniel is a computer science student with honors at the University of Washington with a wide-ranging background in business, computer science, and STEM. He has found that strong English skills have been immensely helpful throughout all his activities, and for this reason, strives to enable more students to use English proficiently.
Kylie Chang
A senior at the University of Washington with a double major in Creative Writing and Psychology, Kylie loves helping kids grow and is passionate about nurturing the next generation of learners. A former science camp counselor, Kylie values patience and encouragement to foster creativity and passion in students, and also dreams of becoming an author one day.
Sarah Krug
With an extensive background in tutoring and working with kids, Sarah believes that taking the time to understand the personal needs of each student is extremely important. When she is not tutoring, she dances competitively, serves as the secretary for her school band, and helps lead an international-qualifying robotics team.
Kateryna Boiko
A high schooler in the full-IB program, Kat speaks multiple languages besides English, including but not limited to Ukrainian, Russian, German, and some Polish. Her multilingual background, along with her curiosity for learning about new languages and cultures, enables her to understand students from various backgrounds very well.
Madeline Edgar
Madeline wears several hats, from being a competitive jazz dancer for her high school to guiding children at summer camp and hosting family events. Her years of experience working with kids has led her to develop an especially personalized approach for each individual child, recognizing that their needs are unique and must be met accordingly to help them shine.
Janet Leong
With a love for education and a passion for English, Janet has helped many students immerse themselves further into the power of reading and writing, and has successfully aided students with private school essay prep and more. When she is not completing her full-IB studies, she may be found reading a book about English syntax or hanging out with friends.
Emery Schultz
An expert in the ins and outs of the English language, Emery spends his time working towards his full-IB Diploma and aligning with his students. With experience teaching students both in the states and across the globe, he appreciates the value of structure in learning and practicing another language. In his free time, he competes in mountain biking and plays Varsity tennis for his school.
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