(353) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97233
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Mara
Writing Tutor for Elementary/High School/ College
Writing shouldn't feel like getting teeth pulled at the dentist. Or picking paper shreds out of the grass with a garbage grabber. (I've done that—it's no fun, believe me.) Maybe it feels like that for you now, but I hope to help you find ways to find words much less painfully. My name is Mara, and I graduated magna cum laude from UC Santa Cruz with a BA in Literature, and a minor in Education. I am now working towards a masters in Book Publishing at PSU. Writing has been my passion since I... Read more
Candy
TOEFL, English Language, Elementary K-6, ADHD, Macintosh
Hello. I would love to be chosen as your tutor. My experience includes teaching K-6 in both private and public schools; instructing college students in speaking, communication, reading and writing; living abroad and educating students in the fundamentals of English as a foreign language and working with many students from different countries visiting Portland regarding American culture and this great city we call home. In addition, I have given classes on the use of Macintosh both for fun ... Read more
Tessa
Certified teacher specializing in Elementary Ed & TESOL
I am a graduate of Michigan State University’s College of Education and certified to teach kindergarten through fifth grade in all content areas as well as up to eighth grade in ESL and English Language Arts. Additionally, I hold a certification in TESOL and a Masters in the Art of Teaching & Curriculum. I have nearly four years experience teaching English in Asia including Thailand, Taiwan, Cambodia, and Japan through employment, and India and Nepal through volunteer work. My pursuit to ... Read more
Tammy
Experienced Tutor Specializing in Math for All Ages
I'm a Mechanical Engineer with five years of working experience who has always been drawn to helping others understand math and physics. This started in high school when I helped two of my closest friends gain a better understanding for physics. I am a big believer that different people learn in different ways, and I enjoy figuring out how to adjust the concept to the student rather than the other way around. By far my greatest passion and understanding lies in mathematics, though I am happy ... 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
Hannah
Patient tutor that LOVES math!
I have been tutoring elementary students since I was in middle school. I continued tutoring 5th graders in math and reading throughout high school as an elective class. I also participated as an outdoor school counselor for 3 years at a local elementary school. This involved creating and participating in games, puzzles, and outdoor science lessons. This was a great way to take learning to a whole new level. In high school, while taking AP Calculus, I even tutored a few students in my same c... 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