(478) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97221
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Debra
International Educator
I am an elementary (K-8) educator, who has just returned from the US Peace Corps where I taught English in Colombia, South America! I am also the proud mother of three grown children and was a Girl/Cub/Boy Scout leader for 11 years. During graduate school I GED tutored at the Women's Shelter in Boise, Idaho, and many students in Colombia (from young children to engineers). I also sat on the Program Development board at the College of Southern Idaho. I believe in working closely with stude... Read more
Eugene
Writing, Sociology, Anthropology my Specialties.
Hello there, potential student; I've taught writing workshops all over the country and can show you how to effectively compose an essay, write a book review or simply perform creative writing. I have published articles and stories as well as working for a gaming company producing game modules, so have an extensive background in practical writing of all types. In addition, my strong background in anthropology and sociology can offer you a better understanding of these two subjects, which ... Read more
Philip
Professional, MIT-educated, to help with a wide variety of challenges
I am a Master Practitioner and Certified Trainer of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) with specific ADD/ADHD training from the late Don Blackerby PhD; prior to his passing in 2009, Dr. Blackerby was the foremost NLP authority on Learning Disabilities, including Attention Deficit Disorder. I have been assisting children and adults with learning/att Read more
Russell
Math Genius Makes Algebra through Calculus Fun and Easy
! Due to health problems, I am temporarily unavailable for tutoring.! For many years I've tutored math, been employed as a mathematician, and worked on mathematical discoveries. I've worked wonders with students one on one using two deep principles: (1) If you understand the math, you will easily remember the formulas and know how to apply them. (2) Solving complex math problems involves breaking them up into small easy steps (which is teachable). I teach students how to tap their inner g... Read more
Andrew
Astrophysics Major & Mathematics/Physics Tutor
I'm currently an undergraduate astrophysics student at Portland Community College (PCC), completing my final year of courses before transfer to a four-year university. I may be an undergrad, but I have a robust & recognized command of calculus level college physics and all mathematics through differential equations. I'm a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the Vice President of Portland Community College's campus-wide Society of Physics Students, a NASA Aerospace Scholar, A NASA Space Grant recipient... Read more
Fahmi
FAA Flight Instructor, Advanced Ground Instructor and Aviation nut.
Hello Fellow Pilots and Future Pilots... I am an FAA Certified Helicopter Pilot, Certified Advanced Ground Instructor for Airplanes and a Certified Flight Instructor. I am also a SCUBA Instructor and Medic First aid Instructor. I think it's safe to say that I love teaching and I believe I am very good at it. I offer tutoring for preparing for the Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot Oral and written Exams. I will help you understand aerodynamics, weather as well as how to perform performa... Read more
Jessica
20 years of successful teaching experience
Hi, I'm Jessica. I have enjoyed working in educational settings for 27 years and have been a successful teacher for 20 years. Helping students learn is one of my greatest passions. I believe that so much of learning is about confidence. Being a positive person, I have really been able to motivate students to improve in the subject matter. I try my best to make lessons, interesting, engaging, and challenging. I also also plan my lessons according to the student's needs and learning styles ... Read more
Amarylis
Experienced Elementary Ed Teacher and Tutor in Reading, Writing
Hello, I taught first grade for 18 years. I especially enjoyed helping children to begin reading and writing and to help them to really understand math concepts, with the use of lots of manipulatives. I also loved really getting to know the children and watching them love learning. Finally, I very much enjoyed the camaraderie of working with the support professionals. (Reading coordinator, special ed teacher, etc) We were a team that put together the best possible programs for the childre... Read more
Justin
English Tutor and Proofreader: Critical, Creative Reading and Writing
English language and literature are passions of mine, and my approach to tutoring is to try to inspire the same enthusiasm in pupils. This requires conveying a sense of appreciation for storytelling and awe at the power of the written word. Engagement with texts that will interest students is key. My tutoring strategy involves helping students realize their own way of understanding and using language. I strive to encourage learners to create their own proper ways of interpreting and expressi... Read more
Alan
Alan-Photographer and Educator
As a person who has worked as a professional educator and photographer, I strive for excellence. That is my guiding principle. Professional skills are important, but listening and observation are critical in assisting someone's learning process. My master's degree in education was comprised of a year's teaching bracketed by course work focused on practical classroom application. My final project was a tutoring program I created between my third-graders and a kindergarten classroom. In my... Read more