(416) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97213
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Willa
Ivy League Writing and Test Prep Coach
I am a local writer, editor, and writing coach, and I have previously worked as an actor, theater educator, and horse trekking guide in South America. My life has been a mix of extreme outdoor travel and academic pursuits and I've had a lot of adventures along the way. I have extensive experience prepare students of all abilities for the Reading. English, and Essay sections of the SAT, and ACT, as well as the AP Literature test, AP Language test, and SAT II Literature test. My specialty i... Read more
Alex
Tutor Specializing in English and Russian
Hello, I'm Alex! I have always enjoyed learning and helping others, and would love to help you with your tutoring needs. I graduated summa cum laude from Brandeis University, having majored in English & American Literature and Theater Arts, and minored in Russian Language & Literature. I also have a Master of Fine Arts degree in Design for Performance from the California Institute of the Arts, where I worked as a TA in dramatic literature classes. Since I earned my graduate degree, I have ... 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
Emily
Highly Experienced and Qualified ESL Tutor
I have been a substitute teacher for six years and I have been working with children for over 10. I have received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Elementary Education from George Mason University. My graduate degree included a 16-week internship where I taught general education classrooms of 2nd grade and 5th grade students. I just completed my ESOL Endorsement at Portland State University, which included 90 hours of student teaching. It is my dream to teach English in order to help hum... Read more
Jamie
Cornell PhD in Literature with 20+ Years of Tutoring Experience
I am a veteran college professor of over 20 years who has taught undergraduates and graduates (at small colleges and Ivy League universities) how to read and write better, develop their perspective, communicate their ideas, and achieve the results they want. My work on admissions committees for college-level grants and scholarships, as well as mentoring high school and college students as a professor, gives me deep experience helping students write their college application essays (both for u... Read more
Graham
English and Writing Tutor with ESL experience
I worked as an English tutor for second-language learners at South Seattle Community College for two years. At this job I helped students with everything from basic grammar worksheets to essays. I helped them craft better thesis statements, organize paragraphs, strengthen their ideas, and improve spelling, grammar, and word choice. I took great pleasure in helping students improve their written English, and always felt like I had a knack for it. I have a strong background in writing and e... Read more
Turner
Hi, my name is Turner. :) I’m a young drummer, producer and more
Hi, my name is Turner. :) I’m a young drummer in Portland, Oregon who has been playing for many years. Starting out playing clubs like jimmy max, jack London, the good foot, 1905 and more. With some of Portland legends such as George Colligan, Dayna Stephen’s, Charlie Brown 3rd, Darrel grant, Devin Phillips, farnell newton, and more!! :) I play both a variety of genres from jazz, funk, pop, soul and more. When it comes to producing and writing I have worked with many artist around the worl... Read more
Eric
Effective Mandarin Teacher Specializing in Entry Level Tutoring
I have been teaching Mandarin for 5 years at a Mandarin center here in Portland. My Mandarin is not fluent, but as a student for over 10 years with numerous trips to China, I have developed a working proficiency in the language. With my help you can gain a solid understanding of the pronunciation, grammar and typical expressions. We will use an online training system (www.effectivechinese.net) which as the name suggest is very effective. This courseware was developed in cooperation with ... Read more
Laurie
Exceptional Writing Tutor Available for Students of all Ages
Dear Potential Student: Do you struggle with writing? Do you wish that you could become more competent and confident on paper? The writing process incorporates a series of steps that can be learned and applied by any writer. From pre-writing to drafting, editing and revision,I have tips and techniques to share with my students, and I love to do so. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Vassar College, and a Masters of Education from Portland State University. I stude... Read more
Rachel
Writing, English, and ESL/EFL Tutoring for All Ages
Are you looking for an academic or creative writing tutor? I have degrees in English and Creative Writing and over a decade of tutoring experience working with students and adult writers of all ages and skill levels, including non-native English speakers, students with special learning needs, and writing-across-the-curriculum support; from sounding out sentences, to formal academic writing and specialized exam preparation, to short stories, to resumes. I love writing and English, but, m... Read more