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Darren
American English Pronunciation and Communication Skills
I am a nationally certified Speech-Language Pathologist (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) with a Master's degree in this field. I specialize in improving my student's verbal communication skills - American English pronunciation, use of intonation, speech rate, and speech volume, so that they may speak more clearly and with confidence in meetings, conversations, interviews, and when giving presentations. I have taught full-time in-person and online since 2001. I have taugh... 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
Tanya
German and ESL/ELL Tutor
Learning German can be fun and easy, I promise! I've been a high school German teacher since 2008 and am currently teaching German at PCC. I have a BA in German Literature and Language from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. I also have an MAT and also 12 graduate hours completed from the Deutsche Sommerschule am Pazifik. Wir sprechen Deutsch!... 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
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
Maya
Experienced tutor and science nerd.
I'm a recent graduate with degrees in Chemistry and Kinesiology and have a broad background in chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, and biology. I studied IB chemistry in high school and I worked for three years in college as a general chemistry tutor. I love working one-on-one or with small groups of students to help identify their strengths and study styles to make the content work for them. I realize everyone learns differently and like to get creative to make sure the science spe... Read more
Leanne
Certified Teacher and Slam Poet
Leanne has a Master's degree from Lewis and Clark College. Leanne is a certified language arts and special education teacher. She is currently a special education and language arts teacher working with underserved youth in treatment as part of Public Schools’ Special Programs. She has a Certificate in the Teaching of Writing and has been writing and teaching writing for over 30 years. She has been a certified language arts teacher for 20+ years. Enjoy learning and being inspired to learn.... Read more
Elissa
Friendly, compassionate tutoring: Math, English, Test Prep
I am a former lawyer and tax preparer; I am a current tutor and teacher. I grew up in the United Kingdom and Canada, and moved to the U.S. in 1980. Along the way, I got a B.A. at the University of Toronto, and a Master of Philosophy from Oxford in the U.K., and a Ph.D. from Princeton in 1985. Teaching is my passion because learning was and is my passion first! I teach math and English for schoolwork and for SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT. My teaching experience includes the last ten year... Read more
Heather
Experienced educator at all levels from PreK- College and Career
I have a B.S in Elementary Education, M.A. in Reading Education K-12, Ed.S in Educational Leadership & Administration, and am Nationally Board Certified in the field of Literacy. I also hold professional teaching and administrative credentials in the state of Oregon. My expertise is in teaching writing at all levels K-College. I am also skilled in reading and math interventions and have extensive experience working with neurodivergent children and adults of all ages. Caring and supportive... Read more
Kevin
Experienced English Tutor
Graduate of University of Oregon 2011, BA, summa cum laude, 3.93 GPA. Experienced tutor, high school and middle school English/Literature/Writing, also SAT and ACT prep. Can also tutor History, Humanities, Government, and Civics at secondary school level. Published author, have taught ESL students as a volunteer, also immigrant students in Eugene and Portland areas. Currently an academic editor at the postgraduate level. Expert on standardized testing and test prep, professional-level w... Read more