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Thomas
Political Science Professor with 10+ Years of Experience
I taught courses in political science for more than ten years. It was not a matter of addressing students in a large lecture hall. I interacted with students in settings that facilitated discussion. My students learned to make arguments and to defend them. The courses that I taught included all the major subfields of political science, but they focused on the American political tradition. Where appropriate, I assigned readings from primary sources, because I found that these require a... Read more
Dennis
CRLA Master-Level Tutor specializing in writing
I specialize in non-fiction writing. I particularly enjoy working with students and other beginning writers. Helping writers with the "brainstorming" and initial organization of ideas is my favorite part of the writing process. I have been working with college students for almost two decades. I taught ethical rhetoric in a freshman composition program at Florida Atlantic University and worked in the university writing center for five years. CRLA Master-level Reading and Writing tutor. Ta... Read more
Daniel
NYU Writing Professor of 15 years, former HS English Teacher
Hi! I am a full-time, award-winning writing professor at New York University, living in Portland, teaching now on zoom. I graduated from Vassar College, received an MFA-Creative Writing from NYU, and I am also a licensed psychotherapist (NYU) and teen coach. I have tutored for over 20 years--primarily at the HS, college, and graduate levels. During summers, I work at the NYU writing center, helping undergraduates both complete academic work & in addition to applying to graduate schoo... Read more
Gregory
Teacher of English, Spanish, Accordion, Writing, Poetry
Hello, Greg here. I am a young inspired soul from Pittsburgh, PA, now living in Portland. I have a BA in anthropology and cinema from UCLA. I taught English as a second language (ESL) in Spain for two years. I am a self-taught accordion player of 7 years. I am an employed blog writer and creative writing is a passion; I can help children and students express themselves and develop their writing skills through short fiction and different poetry forms. I also teach/tutor beginning or intermedia... Read more
Jessica
The Best Study Strategies in Tough Subjects from an Honors Grad
I have worked as a graphic designer and Photoshop artist for many companies and private clients. I have knowledge from CS3 to CC. The best way to learn Photoshop is through hands-on exploration, so I like to act as a guide more than a tutor! Read more
Terese
Math guru...taking the stress out of math one session at a time
At this point, due to rising cases of the virus, I am only accepting students online. I have a couple of random evening times for ‘math emergencies.’ I have morning and early afternoon times. Due to the time difference, this works very well for East Coast students online. A bit about me... I didn't start out with the thought of being a teacher. I followed my heart...my passion for math. I have a Master of Science in Teaching Mathematics and I emphasize the teaching. I have been teach... Read more
Lydia
Creative Tutor in Subjects from Elementary English to Ballroom Dance
Welcome to those seeking education! If you are looking for an instructor in performing arts, or a tutor for you child that brings fun and creativity to learning, then you have found the right person. Here is a little background on myself. I am in my final semester of college at Lewis & Clark, where I am majoring in Anthropology. In addition, I have taken many electives on education and psychology. After graduation, my goal is to become a kindergarten or elementary school teacher, prefera... Read more
Claire
Enthusiasm, Expertise and Experience
We are all life-long learners with a particular style of learning. When we discover what our strengths are each one of us can "cross-train" to help ourselves when we struggle with something new in learning. There are times for all of us, however, when some attentive, caring support can be just what we need to grow. As a teacher/tutor/guide I listen and seek pathways to provide a wide range of options for my students. With support he or she can identify their strengths and gifts and use th... Read more
Nathan
Experienced French tutor
I have a Bachelor's in French as well as two years experience teaching high school and middle school students in France. My responsibilities included creating fun, interesting lesson plans, adapted to the needs of particular students. I enjoy reading Francophone literature and listening to Francophone music.... Read more
Elizabeth
Experienced chem prof
Trouble with Chemistry? Call the Chem Doctor! I am an effective, experienced chemistry tutor and professor, tutoring high school chemistry, high school honors chemistry, AP chemistry, college level general chemistry, organic chemistry, as well as test preparation for the MCAT, PCAT and DAT, AP Chemistry Exam, and SAT Chemistry Subject Test. I have experience teaching general chemistry using a variety of texts. Currently, I'm an Adjunct Assistant Professor at U of Portland. I am extremely eff... Read more