Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving Gresham, OR

...I am a critical thinker and learner. I am a diplomatic, patient, open-minded, self-deprecating listener. I am dependable, honest and sincere. I am kind and helpful, supportive and empowering. My best friends would tell you I pay genuine attention to people, that I'm passionate and committed, (selectively) non-judgmental, encouraging and compassionate, humorous and tactful.... I work to help my students learn to educate themselves.

...More recently, I have taught English classes for non-native speakers in Egypt and during weekly Skype sessions. I have enjoyed helping some of my students prepare for the TOEFL test. I also can teach Arabic to native English speakers! As I went through the college admissions process not too long ago, I remember how rigorous...

...a commendation of excellence in academic performance. I have worked as a writing tutor, and have performed editorial duties (both academically and commercially). As for the future, my eyes are set on earning a PhD in Art History with the intent of becoming a professor. Working as a tutor is a wonderful opportunity to craft...

...of materials--K-12+ to people of all abilities. I have had lengthy experience tutoring math, writing, psychology and literature. I've also helped prep for standardized tests including ACT, SAT, PSAT, SOL, Praxis, GED and general GRE. I went to college on a academic scholarship focusing primarily on psychology and medicine. I have a zeal for helping...

...of Arts in Teaching from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, Tennessee. I currently work for Portland Public Schools and Portland State University, where I teach English as a Second Language. I began teaching after my college graduation in 2006 at English as Second Language International, which prepared non-native English speaking students to enter an American...

...and I currently live in Portland, Oregon. I am a graduate of UC Berkeley (BA in History) and Stanford University (MA in Japanese). My fields of specialization are Japanese language, literature, culture, and linguistics; comparative literature; American and East Asian history; and more generalized subjects such as literary analysis and social science study methods.

I have worked as a tutor in both public and private school settings for over 8 years now helping students of varying ages, personality and backgrounds. Both in USA and Europe. I believe my experience will be a great benefit in helping your child to accomplish their academic goals.

...a Bachelors in Science for Secondary Education in Social Studies, and a minor in Spanish. I tutored professionally for two years in Denver primarily in ACT/SAT test prep and Spanish. I also enjoy tutoring math subjects. With my tutoring and substituting experience, I am comfortable with a variety of subjects and grade levels. I strive...

...around the world, visiting places like China and New Zealand. There is so much value in a diversity of experiences through different cultures and beliefs. When I returned to the United States, I decided to earn my degree. In pursuit of communicating well with others, and coupled with a deep love of storytelling, I earned...

I have been a teacher for 12 years and I really enjoy working with students from all backgrounds. I like to see students achieve in their subjects in school as well as in life. I will do my best to help any student I work with achieve their best.

...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!

...interest and capture my imagination that I find myself learning the most from, but even when I've taken subjects I didn't think I'd connect with, there have been teachers whose passion for the material helped me find my own. When tutoring reading and writing, it's my goal to let my enthusiasm for the subjects come...

...60 undergraduate history taken in preparation for graduate school. I also earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Oregon. My teaching experience consists primarily of serving as a teaching assistant for six quarters at Portland State. While I worked with a diverse group of professors who assigned somewhat different duties to their...

...new ideas and cultures through literature and critical reading, and express their own unique ideas and perspectives through writing. I graduated from Portland State University with a degree in both English and French, and later obtained my Master's of Arts in Teaching from the University of Portland. Since becoming a teacher, I've worked in small,...

...knowledge. A little fun. Lessons with a spark. I'm interested in the story behind things; I never overlook the students and the need to find the ways the material interests them. I have an excellent grasp of things and I can adapt my instruction to apply to every student's individual interests. So, let's have fun.

...cares, goals, and hopes need some support along the way. My desire is to help you do the hard stuff so that you can succeed. I will try to make learning fun using my creative skills. After working in Art/Graphic Design/Advertising/Marketing for over 25 years, I also earned a degree to instruct students in ESL...

...job is showing how exciting the world is around us when you dive in deep enough. I love relating subjects like math and physics to the real world to encourage students to want to learn more. When I have some free time, I like to go on hikes and study the various mushroom and plant...

...to Syrian refugees living in Lebanon. While I tutor in a wide range of topics, I am most interested in Writing, Social Sciences, and overall academic coaching. I am very passionate about making learning as accessible and engaging for every, unique student. Especially having worked with students from varying disadvantaged backgrounds, I have found significant...

...Oregon! I will have a BA 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...

...take great pride in my work, and am committed to my students' success. I attribute my success in school to my love of learning, and I endeavor to share this enthusiasm with those I work with, and strive to make my classrooms fun and engaging environments in the pursuit of that end.... I'm a firm believer that learning occurs best when you're having fun, and I strive at all times to make my lessons engaging and...