Certified Tutors From University of Portland

...to them and know how to be patient and encouraging in order to give them a sense of hope in what sometimes seems like a hopeless place. As an educator, mentor, and life coach, it is my goal and life’s passion to give young people the tools to make positive change in society by investigating...

...student and teacher is essential for maximum learning efficiency. I would much rather work through problems with my students to find areas in need of improvement rather than sit back and watch them struggle. Outside of academia, I try to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible, including hiking, biking, swimming, camping and skiing in...

...a new understanding opens up a new way of looking at the world, and I find these moments in math and science. In my free time I enjoy reading or spending time outdoors and if possible, both at the same time. I also can be found cheering loudly for a variety of sports teams; my...

...found a passion that would lead me to pursue my master's degree. Since entering the classroom as a teacher, I have primarily taught English Language Arts at the middle and high school levels. I student-taught in the Portland area during my certification process before taking a job teaching middle school students in Glendale, Arizona. I...

...tutor as well as a math and science tutor. Previous to that, I have assisted dorm residents at UP in college mathematics courses. Besides math I enjoy traveling with friends, playing basketball, listening to alternative and country music, and eating my mother's cooking whenever I'm home. Looking forward to working with you!

...with each of my own children, I truly understand the importance of finding the right person. Students need to work with a tutor, so they can learn and feel good about the way they learn. During my time away from student I am an active person who loves to hike, bike, play sports and read.

...I am able to push students who are having a difficult time in the right direction. I love math and science, as they came naturally to me as I learned those subjects in high school and in college. I look forward to helping students understand those subject areas better. From basic elementary math to college-level...

...for 8 years. This time included working in both educational and industrial settings. As a graduate student at Washington State University, I studied cell and molecular biology and taught biology lab courses. Here, I learned that my true interest was teaching and that I enjoy helping people appreciate and understand science, which can be intimidating...

...help both face-to-face and online. The real excitement is to meet a student where they are academically, then develop a plan of where they want to be and how "we" are going to get the student there! Keep in mind I always think education is a team effort, we all do our part to help...

...last four years teaching ESL abroad. I love what I do, am passionate about teaching and tutoring and have a great skill set that allows me to easily connect with students who struggle with certain areas of English or are still learning. I have experience teaching all age ranges, individual and group classes, and helping...

...and Economics tutor at my college. As President of my Leadership class for 3 years, I learned many skills for adapting concepts to individuals and different types of learners. In college, I am part of the Leadership Certificate Program, which trains young leaders on teaching and communicating with people based on their own unique strengths....

...as a tutor at my university's Language Resource Center while taking a Language Assistance Internship, so I understand the learning process. As someone of Mexican American nationality who studied abroad in Spain, I have been lucky enough to grow up with Spanish in my life. A favorite hobby of mine is traveling and I most...

...worked in a neuroscience laboratory investigating neurologic correlates of depression and addiction. Currently, I work in the emergency room and am in the process of applying to medical school. My favorite subjects to tutor include cell/molecular biology, anatomy, physiology, general chemistry, behavioral neuroscience, social psychology, sensation/perception. In my free time I like to swim, run,...

...to teacher-certification candidates. Over the years, I have proctored and scored standardized tests, so I can effectively assist students with test-taking strategies. My favorite area of teaching is definitely writing, because I love helping students express themselves... but I enjoy teaching and tutoring a variety of other subjects as well. I can help students get...

...and I graduated from the University of Portland with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 2018. I tutor in many different math classes including middle school math, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus. I also tutor in Mechanical Engineering classes, Physics and Spanish. My personal interests include soccer, the outdoors, and video games.

...coach adults in Early Childhood but I have been tutoring since I was 16 years old. My degrees include a bachelors in Environmental Ethics and Policy, a Master's in Teaching, and a Child Development Associate certificate. I have taught at Elementary schools and Middle Schools. My dream job is to teach at the University level....

I am a graduate from the University of Portland with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I love math and science and I enjoy helping others learn math and science as well. I am currently awaiting a top secret security clearance so I can begin my career as a nuclear engineer for the United States Navy.

...the field of art or theater. I am passionate about learning, and I believe that every person learns in their own way, so my goal is to find the method that works best for each student individually. I encourage focus, but I also believe that learning should be fun and engaging, and I do my...

...empowering learners of all ages and abilities to understand their own unique learning styles, and thereby capitalize on their strengths while also building up the areas in which they feel less able or confident. In my teaching approach I place a high value on multi-modal and authentic instructional methods. These principles combined help students receive...

...I've taught classes in Language Arts, Drama/Theater, Leadership, and lead workshops where students completed their Essential Skills graduation requirements. My expertise is working with students grades 6-12 and adult learners. I love to help students explore their interests and hone their writing skills in English, but I am also here to help learners of French...