Award-Winning College Algebra Tutors serving Beaverton, OR

...to students from preschool to high school age. It was in my high school, in Minnesota, that I began tutoring peers, offering my talents to help people on both the literary and technical aspects of writing, editing, and Math. At Principia College, in Illinois, I earned a Bachelor's in Environmental Biology. I was a Teaching...

...environment that facilitates learning. I tailor my lessons to meet the unique needs of each student, simplifying complex topics by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable parts. I also provide relevant examples to help clarify the concepts. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, playing ping pong, and studying subjects like cosmology and history.

...growth, whether learning the basics, or taking it to the next level. I've had success with advanced students and with challenged students. My education gave me opportunities in life that led me to interesting and vital work in my industry, and I would like my students to realize similar and greater success in their endeavors.

...and teacher is essential for maximum learning efficiency. I would much rather work through problems with my students to find areas in need of improvement rather than sit back and watch them struggle. Outside of academia, I try to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible, including hiking, biking, swimming, camping and skiing in the...

...do: as a challenge, not a chore. I try to do this by making things simple and showing straightforward techniques that students can use on their own to sidestep mental walls, thus building confidence. I love to see them succeed academically and value the opportunity to be a part of that success. I tutor Mathematics,...

...The best way to learn, in my mind, is through cultivating a willingness to examine the complex nature of the world around us. This does not always come easy (the best things in life rarely do), but I firmly believe that this willingness allows us to become successful as individuals and as contributors to the...

...Arts degree in Astrophysics with minors in Computer Science and Physics. Since graduation I have hiked from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail, a journey which I learned a tremendous amount about myself and the environment which we inhabit. This period of introspection made it clear that I should seek to be the...

...learning level, speed, or teaching methods used in the typical classroom. I have applied my problem-solving hobbies to my education and now to your education as well. I can offer a new and creative approach to teaching methods for learning and remembering important fundamentals past exam season. Hobbies include music and playing sports.

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...in finance and a minor in mathematics. During the summer of 2017, I suffered a serious knee injury that ended my dreams of playing college basketball; consequently, I shifted my focus from basketball to getting into some of the top institutions in the country. This is something my parents, who are both immigrants with PHD's,...

...in Matlab, Standardized Test Prep (ACT, SAT, GRE), Specialty Chemical Engineering courses, and Data Analysis. I love these topics since they were also the subjects I spent the most time preparing for in school and ultimately also the most valuable in my career. My Tutoring style is Student first, I like to fully understand my...

...develop and modify these theories as new data is discovered. I also want my students to understand that I do not have all of the answers for them and they will need to find some of them on their own. They need to be willing and capable enough to do this. When working with math,...

...Mawr College. As a masters student, I taught environmental science labs and helped to curate science curriculum for elementary and middle-school teachers. Although my speciality lies in earth sciences, I have attained an extensive math, physics, chemistry, and english background throughout my studies. My philosophy is to work smarter, not harder! I love to teach...

...my bachelor's in fine arts at Oregon State University, then I volunteered in elementary schools, then I became a Grad Mentor at a high school for a few years, and now I am earning my Masters in 3D Animation and Visual Effects. I love taking time out of my day to help students (Child or...

...for over 2 years and I've had great relationships with all my students. I believe in providing direction so that students can arrive at an answer themselves; I've found that this method allows for a greater degree of retention opposed to simply demonstrating the problem and hoping they will remember the steps. I know that...

...Currently I'm working on completing a MS in Statistics at Portland State University. I enjoy playing guitar, reading, learning foreign languages and math. I've loved math for the way it offers never-ending opportunities of discovery and ways for people to push the boundaries of their abilities and knowledge. I believe that with a strong motivation...

...am able to push students who are having a difficult time in the right direction. I love math and science, as they came naturally to me as I learned those subjects in high school and in college. I look forward to helping students understand those subject areas better. From basic elementary math to college-level math...

...begin. Further, this information had to be passed on with no margin of error, as a single deviation between tests can render any and all data meaningless. In part through these laboratory experiences, I have learned that true understanding comes from the teaching of central concepts rather than brute-force memorization. In short, you...

...as test anxiety, a lack of organization, of a belief that the subject matter will not be useful later in life. When it comes to the actual material, I believe that there is almost always more than one way to approach a problem and that students should figure out what works best for them. I've...

...the country, if not the world (we have students who travel from China to study here, as the quality of education is unmatched by schools over there!). On the side, I love to practice Tai Chi and other martial arts, learn and practice new languages (fluent in German, working hard on Chinese), write books and articles,...