Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Hillsboro, OR

...can be an outstanding writer or test-taker, the key is just to find the right individual approach. Students aren't all alike and there's no one right way to learn. I really value the chance to find the method that works best for each student and to watch them succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am a musician and social media consultant. I enjoy hikes, cooking, and games of all types, particularly chess and Magic: the Gathering.

...but I ensure that at the heart of my tutoring is the academic material itself. A student who simply masters the strategies and tricks might do great on the SAT, but the student who understands the material will do great on the SAT and continue to do great in college. I have particular experience and expertise in tutoring math (of all levels) and SAT prep, but I also tutor for other standardized tests, and for...

...school subjects. The subjects I enjoy teaching most are test prep, essay writing, and literary analysisperfect for any junior or senior preparing for college. No matter where you're at as a reader and writer, you will come away from my tutoring sessions with an appreciation for close reading and confidence about the writing process. I break down even the trickiest concepts clearly and methodically with targeted practice in the areas where you need it most....

...students they can be. I have prior tutoring experience through the volunteer organizations National Honor Society and Key Club. Additionally, I have also worked on my own as a private mathematics tutor and tennis coach. While I have tutored a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about high school mathematics as well as the S.A.T./A.C.T., because I believe a strong foundation in both of these areas is critical for succeeding in college. With...

As an ME student at MIT, I've learned a lot about math and science, and I'd love to share that knowledge with students here. I've taught over thirty students in standardized test preparation, English, German, and various kinds of math and science. It's very important to find teaching methods that meet students' individual needs,so the first meeting will usually be largely about finding the perfect learning strategy for a student.

...as statistics, geometry, physics, Spanish, chemistry and art. I'm no stranger to standardized testing either. I have worked with kids of all ages in a variety of educational settings, from academic tutoring to guitar and vocal lessons. During tutoring sessions, I keep things light and fun while staying focused on the material. I will make sure that you understand the material inside and out, and feel prepared for whatever challenges lay ahead.... I believe that you...

I have worked as a teacher, tutor and mentor for over 10 years. I am passionate about finding special aptitudes and talents in my students that make them prepared and excited about college.

...Psychology in that it helps me to understand myself and to understand others. I believe in encouraging students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills which involves, asking students questions without giving them the answer where it encourages them to ask questions, and providing opportunities for students to apply what they have learned in real-world contexts. By building relationships with the student which would create a supportive and engaging learning environment; by getting to know...

As a certified K-12 teacher, I hold a deep belief that all students are capable of learning. My job as an educator is to help young people navigate the barriers that have prevented them from finding joy and feeling successful in their education.

...in English, with a minor in Theatre Studies. At Lewis & Clark, I have taken classes in Postcolonial Literature, Poetry Writing, Film & Literature, Milton, British Literature, & Modern American Literature. I am a candidate for Honors in the English department, and am finishing up my undergraduate thesis on Octavia Butler and Toni Morrison. I want to use my experience to help your student get excited about and engaged with literature! I love essay writing,...

...learning environment that accommodates all students' needs and academic goals. In high school, I taught elementary schoolers about community health and hygiene in Spanish. In addition, I facilitated workshops about cross-cultural communication and active listening, and mentored middle schoolers as an Outdoor School student leader. More recently, I have worked with Sprout Up! NYC teaching first graders about environmental science, facilitated a course for ninth graders about health disparities as a Peer Health Educator, utilized...

...in the process of obtaining a TOEFL for Business Teaching Certificate as well as a STEM learning certificate. I am a licensed ABA therapist for students with advanced learning and behavioral difficulties. I also privately tutor multiple subjects such as English, Reading, ESL and Multisensory Math. Although I like to have fun, I take my job as a learning instructor very seriously. My job is to make sure every single student feels comfortable and confident...

...the University of Washington Seattle. Thus, I am most passionate about tutoring mathematics and statistics. I also have programming experience in both C++ and Python, and can tutor those subjects as well. My tutoring philosophy is to not only help clients understand the material, but to also help guide them to gain the confidence to solve problems/code independently. This helps my clients be adequately prepared for exams and projects. Whatever you need, I'm here to...

...essential to test success, and form the core of my lessons. I've always been a high scorer and excellent test taker, and have refined my abilities through years of teaching, and would love to share my experience with you! I also have extensive experience in tutoring high school and middle school academics, including AP and IB Psychology, and academic writing, and have worked with students across a range of ages and skill levels to achieve their...

...teaching and leading in Japanese and U.S. schools, I have nine years teaching diverse subjects to English learners with fun, engaging, and meaningful lessons to learners age two to twenty in bilingual, ESL, private, and public schools. My Core Competencies include engaging and fun individual, small group, and whole class lessons, Multicultural Communication, Customer Care, Professional Development Coaching, and Integrating Technology into Lessons. Also, Classroom Management, reading student testing Data, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Development, Team Collaboration,...

I am a graduate student studying environmental policy, however, I graduated with a B.S. in Biology and have 6 months of Medical School under my belt. I enjoy teaching and finding new ways of explaining concepts in order to cater to a wider variety of learning types and students.

...top 50 fortune 500 technology company. Along the way I picked up tutoring, and have found great success with it. Almost all of the students that I've tutored have told me that I have an ability to communicate mathematical concepts in a simple and concise way; some have even told me that they wished I was teaching their classes! I'm confident in my abilities to improve any struggling student's grades, and committed to ensuring their...

...and proofreading papers before they are turned in to improve students' scores. I received my Bachelors of Arts from Oregon State University and my Masters of Education from Concordia University. It was during my time at Concordia as a graduate student that I discovered my love for tutoring! I currently tutor in the subjects of reading, writing, and English ACT test taking. My favorite subject to tutor is APA writing assistance; writing in the APA...

My name is Krista. I am a licensed teacher and have been teaching for 13 years and would love to tutor your child or children. I currently work as a teacher with the Portland Public Schools. I am available after 3:30 on weekdays and all day on weekends. I love to work with children of all ages. I look forward to meeting with you soon!

...go to university, ideally in the United States. We worked together over the next several months- perfecting their English, learning the SAT, and crafting their application essays- and that summer they both received acceptance letters and scholarships to schools in the US. Witnessing their goals being realized was by far the most rewarding thing I had ever experienced it and has inspired me to pursue tutoring as a career. I have over 10 years experience...