Certified Tutors From University of Portland

...of direct teaching experience in Theatre Arts, Drama, Literature, Film, Rhetoric, and Public Speaking; with three years as a certified high school teacher and three as a college instructor. In a tutoring capacity, I have served as a personal academic adviser and acting coach to students. Also, as a Gifted/Talented high school teacher, I have...

...as a Test and Validation Engineer on their Digital Sport products (FuelBand, SportWatch, Nike+, etc.) for one year before returning to graduate school. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, with a focus in design and manufacturing, and will graduate in the summer of 2015. Though I have never...

I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Irish Language and Literature from the University of Notre Dame. Following graduation, I taught high school science and religion courses in Ogden, Utah. During this time I earned my Master of the Arts in...

...come to firmly believe that true education occurs when a person is pushed and supported to do for themselves what they did not know they could do. I have now tutored and taught in a variety of settings for three years; each experience has pushed me to be an educator who guides others to answers...

...volunteered at a high school in North Portland as a writing tutor as well as a math and science tutor. Previous to that, I have assisted dorm residents at UP in college mathematics courses. Besides math I enjoy traveling with friends, playing basketball, listening to alternative and country music, and eating my mother's cooking whenever...

...grade in Tucson for a couple years I wanted to be able to impact more students, so I earned my Masters in Educational Leadership through Northern Arizona University. My passion is working with students to help them love learning. Throughout my career I have worked in many different positions where my teaching was needed to...

...I have been tutoring ever since. I love helping students understand tough subjects and seeing them progress as the year progresses. Being able to help others is truly wonderful, and I hope I am able to push students who are having a difficult time in the right direction. I love math and science, as they...

...my true interest was teaching and that I enjoy helping people appreciate and understand science, which can be intimidating and confusing. I am willing to work with students to find an effective AND fun learning strategy to ensure that studying is not simply a chore, but something that is engaging and interesting.... The most important thing a student can do is participate. Even when a subject seems irrelevant or difficult, it is up to the teacher...

...the ride throughout those years. My experiences have been teaching both in a brick and mortar school and even a few years of teaching strictly online. In addition, I have been an Administrator and Athletic Director. My passion though is in teaching students face-to-face or helping those that need additional help both face-to-face and online....

...and tutoring and have a great skill set that allows me to easily connect with students who struggle with certain areas of English or are still learning. I have experience teaching all age ranges, individual and group classes, and helping students with specific subjects for school or work, preparing for tests such as the SAT, IELTS,...

...the future. I have a passion for knowledge and teaching. I have been involved in teaching my entire life. I have worked as a tutor for the past 5 years, teaching every subject. I was the full-time tutor for my calculus class, and I am employed as a Spanish and Economics tutor at my college....

...enough to grow up with Spanish in my life. A favorite hobby of mine is traveling and I most recently spent time in Colombia, where I gained exposure to more South American Spanish. I enjoy helping others with the combined Spanish and communication skills I have gained over the years; I look forward to working...

...in Psychology. While at University of Portland, I was recommended by professors to serve as a tutor in biology, chemistry, and neuroscience courses for four years. Additionally, at University of Portland I worked in a neuroscience laboratory investigating neurologic correlates of depression and addiction. Currently, I work in the emergency room and am in the...

...students get organized, tackle projects, generate ideas, research information, and think critically. In any teaching situation, I believe that honesty and humor are vital to creating an environment in which students feel safe and are willing to put forth their best effort. I care about my students, and my goal, above all else, is to...

...and I graduated from the University of Portland with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 2018. I tutor in many different math classes including middle school math, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus. I also tutor in Mechanical Engineering classes, Physics and Spanish. My personal interests include soccer, the outdoors, and video games.

...Childhood but I have been tutoring since I was 16 years old. My degrees include a bachelors in Environmental Ethics and Policy, a Master's in Teaching, and a Child Development Associate certificate. I have taught at Elementary schools and Middle Schools. My dream job is to teach at the University level. Thank you for letting...

I am a graduate from the University of Portland with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I love math and science and I enjoy helping others learn math and science as well. I am currently awaiting a top secret security clearance so I can begin my career as a nuclear engineer for the United States Navy.

...with an emphasis in Performance from the University of Portland. I have excellent reading and writing skills and am especially drawn to helping people with academic and creative papers, or anything in the field of art or theater. I am passionate about learning, and I believe that every person learns in their own way, so...

...working directly with students who have a wide variety of learning differences. My teaching philosophy revolves very much around the idea of helping students "learn to love learning," which is achieved by empowering learners of all ages and abilities to understand their own unique learning styles, and thereby capitalize on their strengths while also building...

...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, rural schools, and large, suburban ones. I've taught classes in Language Arts,...