Certified Tutors From Portland State University

...students. My favorite part about my 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...

...completed high school and spent an extra year working as a teacher's aide in a special education classroom. This set me on a five year trajectory in which I earned my bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences (Speech Language Pathology) from Portland State University. Currently, I am interested in becoming either a licensed Speech...

...able to impart my knowledge, tips, and tricks with others through this platform. Learning can be interesting when you find the right way to approach something, or find a new way of looking at something. Some of my favorite things to do are read, reorganize my closet obsessively, and hang out with my dog.

...master's graduate, now a new tutor here looking to help you learn the tricky bits of math as well as computer science. I specialize in discrete math, as that was what I tutored while I was at PSU, but can teach pretty much all levels. Looking forward to guiding you towards that "Aha!" moment where...

I am highly-motivated Chemistry graduate with passion for teaching. Organized, hardworking, and energetic. Wishing to leverage my passion for technology and instruction to influence and mentor students.

...and reading is the basis of nearly all school subjects. One of my favorite aspects of teaching writing and language is getting to learn more about different topics alongside my students. If you're struggling with reading, writing, and researching outside of the context of a specific assignment, I can assist with that, too. Learning how...

...in the backwoods of the Pac NW or trail running somewhere, I love to spend my time helping others speak French. I learned from the ground up to fluency, so as a native English speaker, I understand what it's like to learn a foreign language. I'm looking forward to helping you -- whatever your French...

...in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. PSU operates on a quarter-system, which means you must learn and retain a lot of information in a short amount of time. This system taught me how to study difficult concepts effectively and quickly, and I believe I can teach students to do the same. My strengths in...

...help you or your child succeed! Frequently, dealing with a "problem subject" is more about reframing and looking at the topic or subject from a different angle, something I love to help people do. We can also work together on college- and graduate-school applications. As a medical student, I know the challenges of both and...

...of 2019. I am currently working part-time as a Medical Scribe to an amazing Doctor at Oregon Health and Science University in the Department of Facial Plastic Surgery. While on the search to find another part-time job, in attempts save up some money to help me finance my medical education, I stumbled upon the Varsity...

...I'm currently pursuing a Masters Degree in School Counseling. I have a wealth of experience teaching and tutoring from the simplest subjects to many that are more difficult and complex. My strengths include Mathematics and hard sciences - IE Biology, Physics, Chemistry. I am also an excellent writer and can help to edit papers! Whatever...

...students. I am especially adept in the studies of Language Arts and Social Studies -- and am most comfortable teaching adolescents and young adults. I possess a Master's degree in education, as well as professional experience in editing and publishing, to bolster my academic resume. Most importantly, I am patient and can work with any...

...Arts teacher which included sixth, seventh, and eighth grade work. I am currently looking to tutor in the following areas: general English, grammar, science, math, middle school writing, middle school math, Pre-Algebra, high school level English which includes writing I look for various ways to engage students via talking to them about their interest and...

...of 10-15 students working on different chemistry problems as a group and answering their questions for 1 year. I have also odd private tutoring on the side and have done online tutoring with BrainFuse, which includes tutoring students from K-12 the grade in various subjects such as math and sciences and have enjoyed it. On...

...with my Mathematics degree in 2005. I also recently completed a second bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. I like being a tutor because I enjoy helping people find a connection with the world through math and physics. I also enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds to find a learning method that suits...

...subjects including English, writing, social sciences, science and elementary math. I have also been a child Social Worker, and so relate very well with children. I am a published writer. I have been told that I am an excellent communicator and can put any subject into a context for students to understand. I have training...

...as a physician assistant. I have a large background in teaching, tutoring and mentoring. I look forward to helping others using the knowledge I have learned in my undergrad! I hope to make the complex world of biology seem a little less complicated and encourage students to explore the beauty of it!

I am currently a student at Portland State University pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and minoring in international studies. I have a passion for learning and hope to share my excitement with students! Outside of school I enjoy reading, hiking, and learning new languages. I am currently learning Spanish and Korean.

I love helping my fellow students by breaking down complex ideas into their smaller more easily understood components.

...with so many talented writers and poets that it was known as "Paris of the West." My background in Creative Writing has stood me in excellent stead throughout my career, and assisted me with reports, presentations, editing, and projects of many kinds. I love the color and nuances of English and delight in bringing this...