(508) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97239
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Reed
Experienced French and ESL tutor
I have been teaching French and English ever since my days in the Peace Corps in Africa, where I taught French and English as a Second Language. I graduated from Georgetown University in Washington DC with a BSL in French and Linguistics. After my Peace Corps service, I earned a Masters of Arts in Teaching in French and English as a Second Language from the School for International Training in Brattleboro, VT. . I taught High School French and English for 32 years and though I am now retired,... Read more
Limei
Chinese Tutor (Mandarin & Cantonese) former Chinese Tour Guide
Nihao! I'm Limei, call me Mei. Learning Chinese? I've got lots of fun methods to make it easy! I'm a experienced Chinese tutor. I have been tutoring Mandarin and Cantonese for both adults and children since 2012. I was a teacher in primary school back in China. I'm a 'authentic' Chinese. I was a certified international tour guide. After my 31 years of living in China and 8 years of traveling around China as a tour guide, I appreciate Chinese culture very much and would love to share with... Read more
Carly
Illustrator, Graphic Designer + Multimedia Artist
I am a freelance illustrator, graphic designer and multimedia artist with a BFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn NY where I lived and worked for 6 years before relocating to Portland OR. I have worked professionally as an illustrator and graphic designer in fashion, surface pattern & textile design, hospitality, food & beverage, non-profit and more. I specialize in reportage illustration and continue my post-graduate studies with Dalvero Academy in Brooklyn NY. I have guest lectured at bot... Read more
Dominika
Lewis & Clark Alum - Spanish, Russian, and Polish tutor
Hello! A little about me: I am passionate about teaching second languages because I believe it is great for brain development, maintaining memory, and expanding world-views. As well as teaching in small group settings, I enjoy one-on-one tutoring sessions especially since I believe personalized tutoring is the most effective and often most enjoyable way to learn a language! I enjoy using games and videos to make learning seem more like fun than work. I am originally from Massachusetts, but... Read more
Deany
ESL Teacher w/ 6 years' experience
Hi, my name is Deany. I just moved to Portland from Kansas City, Missouri. I have a Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. I have 6 years of experience teaching ESL to adults in academic settings. I tutored for two years before that. I am currently teaching at a Community College. I am very active in seeking out professional development, so I am up to date on current ESL teaching trends and techniques. I know how to adapt my methods to the needs of my students as I know... Read more
Scott
Experienced High School Social Studies/Writing Teacher
I am a recently RIF'd social studies teacher with 10 years of full-time teaching experience. I am licensed to teach all social studies courses (such as history, government, and anthropology), but also have an extensive background in reading and writing through my work with the National Writing Project and National Reading Initiative. In fact, I have spoken at national conferences for both organizations. I have also been awarded the Golden Apple for being voted best teacher at my last school. ... Read more
Adam
Tutoring and Mentorship in Social Studies & English
I am currently a doctoral student in history at Washington State University Vancouver. I have been a tutor for Portland Public Schools for the last year and I love being a tutor! I have been working with students for many years as a peer mentor and teaching assistant at Portland State University, Syracuse University and Washington State University. I love teaching, mentoring and tutoring. As I became educated it was very important for me to have one on one engagement with my educators and... Read more
Mark
Experienced tutor with an English degree
Hello, my name is Mark! I graduated from Ohio State University in 2009 with a degree in English, and a minor in music. While in college I was accepted in to Sigma Tau Delta, an international English honors society. With this honors society I began tutoring students in the Columbus area, focusing mainly on reading and writing. After a year serving with Americorps in classrooms and on trails, I spent the next two as a substitute teacher with Denver Public Schools. During these years I honed my ... Read more
Colin
Certified Bilingual Teacher & Mentor
I have been working with kids since I had my first job at the age of 13. From babysitter, to camp counselor, to tutor, to mentor and now teacher. I received my BA from The Evergreen State College in which I majored in Education. I was fortunate enough to spend a large portion of my undergraduate abroad, where I developed my Spanish into conversational fluency living in Spain and South America. Then I went on to get my Masters in Teaching from The University of Portland. I have taught a... Read more
Audra
Math and science made accessible
I am a former professional engineer and current high school teacher. I love tutoring one-on-one as I find that I learn as much as I teach! I tutor all subjects and levels of math and science, with special interest in advanced algebra, chemistry, and physics. I know how to help kids learn the material in a way that will both stick with them and be transferable to future science and math classes--plus, my enthusiasm for these subjects is contagious! I am primarily looking to tutor in the North... Read more