Top Elementary Math Tutors serving Portland
Kayla: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...I have my Masters in Teaching and Learning in Technology. I believe all students can learn. A tutor’s job is to use the student’s strengths as a leaner, and their learning style to teach them successful strategies to master skills and concepts. Outside from my career, I love to listen to music, run, and most importantly spend time with my friends and family. I cannot wait to make a difference in your learning experience!... I believe...
Education & Certification
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Elementary education
Western Governors University - Masters, Teaching and learning with technology
Joy: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Chris: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want in a verbal section, but the forms and patterns of the questions themselves. With thoughtful effort, any student can learn to understand the language of test-taking. As someone lucky enough...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Amy: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
..."un-teachable" With the exception of one child all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school level. I use a multi-kinesthetic approach which enhances memory; while additionally we are having a lot of fun learning. I know my core curriculum and special needs is definitely a strength for me. I teach with a passion, and the kids always love me. I...
Education & Certification
University of Northern Colorado - Bachelors, Special Education Teacher K-12
Central Connecticut State University - Masters, Special Education
Tamu: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher knows what teaching style works best for the student. I look forward to working with you and helping you grow...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelors, Speech, Language & Hearing
Virginia: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...half hours a week throughout the school year. Your success is my success. There is no greater reward than when a student who was previously struggling, gains the understanding, confidence and knowledge to succeed. Developing a good relationship and setting realistic goals are vital for a successful tutoring experience. With the proper learning strategies and a little hard work, you can achieve your goals. Take small steps, celebrate even the most modest accomplishments, and turn...
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State University of New York at Purchase - Bachelors, Fine Arts with a Minor in Biology
Christina: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a current MBA student at the Yale School of Management who will also be attending UCLA School of Law post-MBA. I've also enjoyed taking standardized tests and "cracking" their code; so I love getting to continue to work on this with my students.
Education & Certification
University of Houston - Bachelors, Biology, General
Yale School of Management - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Jauneen: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...years of experience teaching. I received my BA in elementary education and Biblical studies from Northeastern Bible College. I moved on to teach in classrooms, churches, small group settings, swimming pools (as a swim instructor) and even in my own home. As a homeschool mom, I teach my own children and am preparing them for college. I believe that if learning is boring, frustrating or upsetting, it's not being done right. We can do better!...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Bible College/Kings College - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Dario: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a middle school math teacher with over eight years of teaching experience. I am passionate about teaching and always think of new ways to motivate students to love mathematics. My teaching style involves integrating different learning modalities in each lesson, while building a solid foundation of higher order thinking skills. Students tend to enjoy their time learning with me and increase their confidence in their abilities. ... My teaching philosophy is that each student...
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CUNY- John Jay College - Bachelor of Science, Police Science
CUNY- City College of New York - Master of Science, Mathematics Education
Kimberly: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...and Writing. These students include ELL students. I also have experience tutoring middle school students in Math. I love to make learning fun and finding different ways to engage my students. I believe it is important to get to know the students I work with in order to have the greatest impact on my students academic achievements. I create various games and activities to help students enjoy learning and gain confidence in the areas they...
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Sacred Heart University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Stefania: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...traveled many places and been around many cultures so I feel this has made me a stronger teacher. I like to push my students while tutoring, but I like to make sure my student feels comfortable and are not afraid to ask questions if they are unsure of something. It is normal for children to struggle and often times they are not comfortable asking for help. In my spare time I love to travel, read,...
Education & Certification
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, English
University of New Haven - Masters in Education, Education
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Nicole: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...to my current position, I am looking to widen and share my experiences for tutoring biology and science through Varsity Tutors. My experience began with helping my younger brother with his homework and has grown and developed through various tutoring and mentor positions in high school and college. I have passionately been providing educational support to a variety of grades and subjects for over 5 years. I am looking forward to personalizing each tutoring session...
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Keene State College - Bachelors, Health Science: Nutrition
Nemil: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
Teaching has been of passion of mine since I began college. Helping others learn the subjects that I used to struggle through is something I enjoy doing. I graduated from The University of Connecticut in Storrs with a degree in Biology. I have an great background in mathematics, physics, and biology. If there is something I do not understand I will work my hardest to learn what it is I need to. ... I believe anyone...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Biology, General
Michael: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...years on a volunteer basis, specializing in math and science education. I also worked as a curriculum designer for an SAT tutoring firm. I enjoy tutoring because I am strongly against the practice of teaching to the lowest common denominator of students and I believe that every student is entitled to a teacher that will personalize their curriculum and teaching pace to make sure that the student understands the subject in a meaningful and useful...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760
Elizabeth: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...and Politics. In high school I was also a TA for an AP government and politics class where I helped students with their work in class. At Grand Valley I tutored a young boy in reading for two years, grades 3-5. He was uninterested in the things they read at school, but loved history and bugs; so to improve his reading skills he would read encyclopedia entries about bugs or short history stories to me....
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Grand Valley State University - Bachelor of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Master of Science, Infectious Disease and Microbiology
Cody: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...a classroom teacher, substitute teacher, a special education paraprofessional and as a theatre teaching artist. I'm also a playwright and work for a nonprofit arts center in downtown Hartford. I'm passionate about education, and I love the experience of one-on-one teaching. It's my way of giving back to the incredible teachers that shaped my childhood and offered me the doors to the professional experiences I've been fortunate enough to have. Let's learn!... I believe that great...
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Bachelors, Theatre - Arts Administration
Linda: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a certified Mathematics teacher for Grades 7-12 in the State of Connecticut. I have enjoyed my experiences teaching and private tutoring for students. I am a mathematics tutor and students enjoy working with me in a one-on-one setting. My tutoring style is effective and students show improvement in their schoolwork because they are able to better understand the material.... A teacher should encourage all students to meet their fullest potential by ensuring that students...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies Major, Mathematics Minor
University of Connecticut - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction, Mathematics Education Concentration
Manny: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...is a major reason why I choose to continue helping students like myself. School can be frustrating, but finding the ways that allow you as an individual to learn can transform learning into a much more fun and rewarding experience. Once I get to know individual students, I can help create practice work or assignments to solidify new skills. For some people this could mean practice problems. For others, this could mean watching assigned videos...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740
Ashley: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
...came to understand that teaching is far more complex, demanding, and rewarding than I ever imagined. Like teaching in a classroom, tutoring involves more than academic content. Tutors must instruct and reinforce skills that equip students for lifelong learning and success. Tutoring is really about meeting a child where she or he is and guiding them to where they need to be for optimal learning. I am a great tutor because I understand that each...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Geneseo - Bachelors, History, Anthropology
Western Governors University - Masters, Science Education (Geosciences, 5-12)
Elisa: Portland Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portland, OR
I have had 25 years teaching experience on the elementary level. I taught Kindergarten for 19 years. I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 6 years. I have always taught in an inclusion classroom. ... I believe that all children have the ability and right to learn. My goal is to instill a love of learning in all children. I would like all children to have the confidence to overcome any difficulties they may...
Education & Certification
Manhattanville College - Bachelors, History
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Elementary Education
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