Aaron
Certified Tutor
…well and identify arguments, while Economics has taught me how to think about markets, mathematical models, and economic theories. In terms of my personal qualities, I am friendly, responsible, and enjoy working with others. I like to read and spend time outdoors (hiking or kayaking), and I am originally from San Francisco, CA. I hope...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Hernan
Certified Tutor
…Graduate School of Education (MAT Middle/High School) - Portland, OR I teach Spanish, English and Social Studies (all levels). My teaching style focuses on a humanistic worldview and attention to context and critical thinking. Students are encouraged to use the tools they were born with, in order to make learning fun and relevant to their...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs
Master of Arts Teaching, Middle / High School - Social Studies
Toure
Certified Tutor
…is my passion!!! I love discussing Westward expansion, Constitutional Law, and 19th Century U.S. History to name a few. When discussing historical topics, investigating what happened and why it happened fosters understanding. Similar to working in the classroom, I encourage students to think critically about a subject and analyze it it from a variety of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, History
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching
Maya
Certified Tutor
…various capacities as a tutor. I relish the challenge of explaining concepts in a way that makes sense to them as well as me. At the end of the day, there's few things more satisfying than seeing someone's eyes light up when they finally understand how that tricky math problem can be solved!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Crystal
Certified Tutor
…real world use for that information. Patience is key to being a good tutor, and I strive to always be patient and understanding with a student who is struggling. I am extremely passionate about the Spanish language, as well as Psychology, and I hope to pass some of that passion on to my students, as...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology and Spanish
Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
Katy
Certified Tutor
…at hand. Along similar lines, I like to connect topics to the real world and other areas the student has more experience with or is enthusiastic about. In math especially the abstract nature of many concepts can disillusion students early on in the learning process, and bringing those ideas back to the student's world can...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Patrick
Certified Tutor
…to land a scholarship to Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon. After graduating cum laude, I joined the Oregon Bar in 2013 and clerked for the Hon. Ilisa Rooke-Ley in Eugene. I moved to Northern Virginia in October 2015 to grow my private consulting practice, which depends on government contracts. Nothing in the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism
Masters, Law
Jacqui
Certified Tutor
…a rebellious teenager who almost flunked out of high school, I taught myself to be a straight-A student. I went on to earn perfect scores on my verbal, written, and literature subject SATs and to graduate Magna Cum Laude from a prestigious liberal arts school. I'm now a career writer, and I tutor because I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology and Anthropology
Gabriel
Certified Tutor
…and as the modern *lingua franca* for international relations and commerce, is spoken in over 100 countries across the world! With mastery of these three global languages, you will find yourself capable of communicating with an enormous 25% of the entire global population! That's a lot of territory! Once you have the language basics down,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Foreign Languages--Mandarin Chinese and Spanish
Masters, Global Affairs
Rebecca
Certified Tutor
…have worked with kids of all ages in a variety of educational settings, from academic tutoring to guitar and vocal lessons. During tutoring sessions, I keep things light and fun while staying focused on the material. I will make sure that you understand the material inside and out, and feel prepared for whatever challenges lay...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Caleb
Certified Tutor
…在unfam解决问题和批判性的思考iliar situations, a philosophy that translates easily to academics. I also work as journalist, writing for Portland Monthly magazine and USA Today College. My writing has appeared in Oregon Live, USA Today, and the Huffington Post. Not too long ago, I learned how to beat the system to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Henry
Certified Tutor
…I make sure to match your schedule the best I can! I'm always happy to share cool travel stories. Just graduated college with honors in Chem and Math. Now an online tutor. The flexible schedule means I can travel and have waaaaaay more awesome hobbies than any one man should be allowed to have, basically...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics and Chemistry
Sheri
Certified Tutor
…working with those students, even though at times it can be difficult. After teaching math full time for a few years, I will be working on going back to school to pursue a career in applied mathematics. That means I will have homework too! Outside of work, I spend most of my time rock climbing,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Math
Masters, Masters of Teaching
Justin
Certified Tutor
…a BA in German Studies from Lewis and Clark College and I am in the process of earning my TESOL certification from The New School. Teaching experience includes tutoring and teaching at Berlitz Language Center in Portland, OR, International Catholic Charities Community Services in NYC, and am currently teaching at the Vietnamese Learning and Cultural...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, German Studies
Christopher
Certified Tutor
Chris, a Pacific Northwest native, earned his degree from Lewis and Clark college focusing in Music Education. Known for his calm demeanor and kind patience, his students enjoy a teacher who pushes them to be their best while creating a positive learning in any educational environment. ... I believe in the intelligence of students. The greatest craft of a teacher is to tap into the background of the student and help them explore the problem at...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music Education
Isabelle
Certified Tutor
…to interact and help students as a teaching assistant in a general biology course lab and my education helped me develop learning techniques and time management skills that I look forward to bringing to you. Not all information can be approached in the same manner and I hope to help students find new ways of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
Shannon
Certified Tutor
I have worked at a number of elementary and middle schools in Portland Public and surrounding school districts. I have experience delivering curriculum, managing student behavior and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Community Studies
Masters, Master in Art of Teaching (MAT) K-8
Zackary
Certified Tutor
I have a Ph.D. in Theatre from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a masters degree in Educational Theatre from New York University, and is an honors graduate of Lewis and Clark Colleges theatre department in Portland, Oregon. In addition to my background in theatre, I regularly work with students to improve their writing and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre
PHD, Theatre
Valcourt
Certified Tutor
My name is Valcourt and I am currently doing my masters in International Economics and Finance at Brandeis University. I have been tutoring for the past 5 years and always enjoyed it. When I am not at school, I enjoy to play chess and watch sports and play basketball.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Economics
Master of Science, Applied Economics
Laura
Certified Tutor
…writers and readers. While I work primarily with teen and adult students, I did work for a year as a Teaching Fellow at BASIS Tucson Primary, and I enjoy teaching elementary age students. In addition to teaching, I am a freelance writer and copyeditor. When I am not reading, writing, and teaching, I spend my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Creative Writing
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