(426) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97008
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Donny
writing tutor, acting coach, speech criticism
I can coach you through character building, relaxation exercises, vocal warmups, and running lines. More importantly, I can help find what the character is doing in the scene. Acting is taking action, so actors need to act upon something. That something is the crux of the matter for an actor. Once an actor finds his/her actions, then performing th Read more
Ashley
College Grad with an English Degree
I am a college graduate with a degree in English literature. This means I have lots of experience with reading, writing, proofreading, and editing essays. I completed two years of a credential program for teaching when I realized I wanted to do my individualized teaching/instructing, and left the credential program. If there is one thing that I have learned in my life so far - it is that each person has a different learning style, and I will try my best to work with you and develop a meth... Read more
Antoinette
Grad Student W/ BS in Philosophy to Teach Writing, Reading, MORE!
I am a graduate student with ten years of nannying experience and a passion for cultivating literacy. My teaching experience includes three college level teaching assistantships, as well as three years teaching basic music theory and guitar to elementary aged children. I am comfortable tutoring children and adults, and will happily accept students with special needs or learning differences. My strongest tutoring skills lie in reading and writing, with attention to grammar and style. In additi... Read more
Jeff
Mr. K: All-Purpose Tutor
I have 14 years' experience teaching in Portland Public Schools, grades K-12. I am endorsed in the Art and ESL disciplines. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Printmaking from the San Francisco Art Institute. I also have a 5th Year Education degree from Portland State University. I taught Middle School Core and Art at Temple Beth Israel for 3 years on Wednesday nights. I have volunteered at KBOO radio for the last 30 years, and was recently elected to the Board of Directors there. I am ... Read more
Liz
Elizabeth
I received a B.S. in Elementary Education and a Handicapped Learner Certificate (30 hours post-BA in Special Education from the University of Oregon, one of the country's top three universities in Special Education. My specialty is teaching reading, spelling and writing, although I also enjoy teaching math at the elementary level. I am very positive, flexible and highly trained in my teaching. I strongly believe in cumulative review, reviewing previously taught materials in subsequent ses... Read more
Melissa
Experienced Science Teacher
Hello! I am a science teacher with over 4 years of experience in high school and middle school. I have over 2 years of tutoring, including online tutoring. I specialize in life sciences, but have extensive experience in chemistry and math as well. I have taught subjects such as earth science, anatomy/physiology, biology, and medical science. I believe that teaching students the skills to be successful long term is the key to tutoring success. I build trusting relationships with students so I ... Read more
Laura
PhD in Ecology Who Loves Teaching
I believe all students can succeed and meet their educational goals, and I love to help them in this process. Besides just focusing on the subject matter at hand, I aim to teach my students the process of how to learn and how to develop their own study methods so that they can improve their learning skills overall. I have a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Texas A&M University where I graduated summa cum laude with a 4.0 and a PhD in Zoology from Oregon State University. I have worked ... Read more
Yuko
Japanese Language and Culture
Hello, my name is Yuko. I was born and raised in Japan, where I went to one of the best universities in the country, receiving a Bachelor's degree in American Literature. Subsequent to graduating, I spent three months in Tours, France where I continued my studies in French. Then, I worked in Japan as an interpreter/translator in the maritime field. I moved to the States fifteen years ago. Recently, in June of 2014 I graduated with an AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) primary dip... Read more
Joshua
English is Fun and Awesome
I will be graduating from PSU in 2012 with a B.A. in Applied Linguistics and a TESL certificate. I have been involved in tutoring native and non-native speakers of English for over ten years. My sessions always include ongoing assessment and I make every effort to get my students the tools they need to excel. I enjoy all types of English tutoring, including paper editing, public speaking, paper writing, reading, conversational English, and accent modification. I have had a knack for unde... Read more
Ruji
Writer, Editor, Academic Tutor
Experienced freelance writer and editor with a sharp eye for all aspects of English grammar, usage, and style. I have tutored people in reading and writing at all levels. I have also tutored in standardized test preparation, especially for the SAT and GRE, and general K-12 academics. Friendly and encouraging attitude with students of all ages. Good communicator with a strong sense for students' individual needs. Subjects and course materials may confuse people for different reasons, and I str... Read more