Award-Winning Algebra Tutors in Portland, OR

...ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and their nuanced interactions, are my great passions. I've run more 5ks and 10ks than I can count, but the validation of completing a long race is nothing like the satisfying moment of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love...

...teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting &...

...teach and help students learn, especially, when it is a subject they are not comfortable with. This is due to many students thinking that they are just unable to learn a subject that they struggle with but I believe anyone can learn anything if they have the desire and the are committed to work at it. Outside of teaching I enjoy playing games of all types, such as video games and bowling, and spending time...

...on personal coding projects, and go biking across Pittsburgh. I've taught and tutored people of all ages, from kindergarteners to college students, and am more than happy to help you with coursework or theory in any of the topics listed above or on my profile. I can help you get a deeper understanding of any of these topics so that you can ace your courses, no matter your age! I also would love to help...

...often the pressure of exams and grades can be stressful, which is something I can personally relate to. Academically, the coursework I have taken thus far will be more than beneficial to any student struggling in a math or science subject. From algebra and basic math, to complicated derivatives and integrals, I have covered most algebraic and calculus based classes. In addition, to the math based coursework, I have also been well versed in biology,...

...work as both a Research and Teacher's Assistant for UConn's Mathematics Department. I obtained both my Bachelor's and Master's of Arts degree from Rhode Island College and have worked as a Math Tutor and Teacher's Assistant throughout my time at RIC. Intellectually, I believe knowledge is fluid and requires practice to perfect. I enjoy showing my peers/students different ways of examining problems in order to achieve a well-rounded understanding of the material through derivation, never...

...accomplish all of your goals through practice, repetition, and fun! That sounds cheesy, but I mean it. I absolutely love Math and hope that with our sessions, you'll feel the same way, too! Furthermore, I've been tutoring well over 7 years and helped many students, from elementary school through college students, with courses from basic arithmetic, Algebra, through Calculus. So, you can rest assured that I'm your guy! Moreover, I graduated from CUNY Baruch College...

...important in our everyday lives, and I can only hope to extend my passion and excitement to my students. I have a relaxed, hands-on teaching style with the belief that visual cues and plenty of practice involving real-life examples are both key to understanding a topic. Focus areas I enjoy teaching include biology, most levels of math, earth science, and engineering courses. I love working with students of all ages, and have a strong desire...

My name is Amir, a 4th-year PhD student in Mechanical Engineering at Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University. I have more than 10 years experience of tutoring Math and Physics for high school, SAT and college level. My resume will give you a greater understanding of my qualifications. Please contact me if you have any questions. I have been a top student in all my classes from preschool to PhD. Even in PhD, I...

...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 tutor is to first step back and let a student tell me their goals, show me how...

...I got CRLA Certified through Tunxis and I've never had a better job in my life. I love to see the smile on my student's faces when they finally solve a problem they have been struggling with. I graduated from Tunxis in May of 2016, so unfortunately I could no longer tutor there as a peer tutor. I am currently accepted into Trinity College and hope to continue my success there as I complete my...

...and raised in Washington State, and have spent significant amounts of time in the South and in the Northeast, where I currently reside. I have a Masters in 20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college...

...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 struggle. I have worked with children my whole life in various settings. I am passionate about helping children...

...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 a disadvantage into an advantage. Learning how to overcome adversity, allows us to prove to ourselves that...

...and 2), and I earned a score of 5 on the AP exams for each of them. Currently, I am a sophomore at the University of Rochester with a 3.92 GPA and I am planning on going to dental school after college. Of course, academic success is not enough to be a good tutor; tutoring experience is required as well. In high school, I became a TA for chemistry and spent many hours each week...

I am a junior at Southern Connecticut State University where I recently transferred to study Exercise Science after completing my first two years at Yale University. I have extensive experience tutoring the SAT/ACT, but my favorite subject to tutor is math. Though it can be a daunting subject for many students, I strive to make math accessible and even enjoyable. In my spare time I enjoy weight training and spoken word poetry.... Motivation is internal. I...

...hardcopy book and a kindle tablet. And if they saw the backseat of my car, they would observe a mini bookcase, with some of my favorite books. I have a deep passion for learning. Accordingly, I believe whole hearted in education. It enriches the human situation and serves one for a better life. I wish my students - sometimes in poor districts - a great life! Education and learning is a catalyst for this. It...

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...

...years. Throughout this time I have worked with both regular and special needs children in helping them improve their communication needs. This 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...

I have over 30 years of experience working with students who need support in their math classes. It is my favorite way to engage with students and with math. I like to make sure students see how ideas are connected, and help them to understand rather than memorize.