Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Portland, OR

...achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an...

...future. My own experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want in a verbal section, but the forms and patterns of the questions themselves. With thoughtful effort, any student can learn to understand the language of test-taking. As...

I am a junior at Johns Hopkins University studying biomedical engineering and applied mathematics. I have tutored elementary through high school students in my area in some capacity for the past four years. I am most passionate about math and science (particularly chemistry), though I am well versed in a broad range of subjects. In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and eating lots of good food.

...I came to understand that teaching is far more complex, demanding, and rewarding than I ever imagined. Like teaching in a classroom, tutoring involves more than academic content. Tutors must instruct and reinforce skills that equip students for lifelong learning and success. Tutoring is really about meeting a child where she or he is and guiding them to where they need to be for optimal learning. I am a great tutor because I understand that...

...interests are in resource economics though I have training in mathematics, the natural sciences, and public policy. Through my interests in music, teaching, and research the most valuable skill I have learned is the ability to communicate material in a clear and approachable manner. Past students have remarked that my teaching style is animated and are surprised at their ability to focus and understand concepts even after a long day of school, practice, or work....

...time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make sure that you can not only solve sample problems, but actually understand your coursework on a deeper level!

...for biochemistry while still being a teachers assistant for general biology and anatomy and physiology. In these classes my basic duties included supervising, mentoring and assisting students during a laboratory session, answering any questions and providing guidance both in and out of the lab in order to fully grasp the material. While as an undergraduate I was given the privilege of being recommended by one of my professors to privately tutor a student who was...

...started a student success center during covid to provide free online tutoring, providing tutors in all subjects during set hours of the week. I work hard to create a comfortable environment to reduce the stresses and pressures of tutoring, not only allowing me to enhance my student's education but do so in a way that is most suited to their learning styles. I have gone through the college application process recently and would love to...

...achievement in teaching I have experienced is giving someone the ability to reason, and the drive and ability to begin teaching themselves. I enjoy teaching certain topics because of their power to bring this about, including languages, mathematics, and (of course) philosophy. All of these areas stretch from an elementary to an advanced level, and I consider it of cardinal importance to equally value the successful communication both of elementary topics, such as algebra 1...

...education from Eastern Connecticut State University and was a high school social studies teacher in Connecticut for five years. I love teaching and working with people to help them reach their goals. It is very rewarding. I am proud to say that I have helped people pass international English exams so they could continue their education in an English-speaking country, move to an English-speaking country, take jobs overseas, and travel to any country in the...

...the opinion section editor of my student newspaper. Last year, I served as its editor in chief. At The Justice, I've applied the skills I learned from creative writing to journalism and op-ed content. I already had experience clarifying sentences, helping writers develop a unique written voice, and keeping writing concise and precise, but through The Justice I learned how to find and support a strong argument, recognize logical fallacies in one's own thinking as...

I am a graduate of Yale University with a degree in biology and am currently working as a research associate at a cancer biology lab. I am an experienced STEM tutor for college and high school students and also tutor for standardized tests such as the MCAT and the SAT.

...for grades K-8 with multiple school districts in Connecticut, and tutored high school and college students in multiple subjects, focusing on reading comprehension, history, study skills, and research. In addition, I worked as an administrator for colleges in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Ohio, specializing in academic advising, transfer admissions, and strategic planning for offices of enrollment management. Learning a new concept can be difficult. I never forgot what it was like to be a student (I'm...

I am a graduating senior at Yale University studying political science. I hope to be able to use my expertise in many areas, as well as positive attitude and great communication skills to be an effective tutor. I love to mentor others and help younger students suceed!

...graduate student, I was required to teach the laboratory portions of college biology and advanced biochemistry. I was very pleased to learn at the end of the courses, that my students felt I was the best teaching assistant they had at all of their courses at UConn. So, with the knowledge I have accumulated over the years and the strong desire I have to help other people, I look forward to working diligently together with...

...impart this appreciation to all of my students. I am passionate a hands on teacher. I believe that language learners learn best when they can be hands on and engaged. I want my students to enjoy their lessons and look forward to their next session. I motivate my students and provide activities that help them understand the meaning and importance of learning the language. In my spare time, I enjoy music (I play the Acoustic...

...communication needs. This includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher knows what teaching style works best for the student. I look forward to working with you and...

...year home school veteran, I have taught every grade K-12 and lead my own four children through every core academic subject. It is especially rewarding to help students grasp that academic subjects really do matter in real life. There is something wonderful about every age group but I must admit elementary students are my favorite. Likewise, I am good at Math, Essay Writing, and Government, but Language Arts is my favorite subject to teach.

I have a deep commitment to education and exploring our world. I have studied at an intense conservatory for music as well at the esteemed Yale University. With a passion for a broad variety of subjects, I hope we can walk together on the journey of education.

A 25 plus year veteran of the Financial Services industry. I have been involved with advising and counseling both clients and advisors, and am passionate about helping others learn how financial markets work. I have passed the Series 6, 7, 24, 26, and 66 exams, and held the Massachusetts Life and Health insurance licenses. I am a former youth and high school basketball coach, youth and high school football coach.