Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Beaverton, OR

...of my experiences, my favorite subjects have been early-level science and upper-level writing. I'm a strong believer that education can be fun, and address learning with a sense of humor and a positive attitude. My approach to learning tends to be very communication-based, and often driven by how the client I'm working with feels they learn best. As a result, I tend to provide structure and guidance in a more flexible learning environment. When I'm...

...a hands-on setting. Instilling healthy reading and clear writing skills, while inspiring positive behavior and respectful interactions between students to develop a healthy learning environment. I also spent one year as a Spanish instructor for kindergarten and first grade students. I designed a beginning Spanish language and culture curriculum, and created age appropriate materials and techniques to lead students in songs and group activities. Prior to that, I taught an eighth grade Spanish class, my...

...one of the most frustrating subjects for students. I like to show students that math doesn't have to be painful. In order to do this, I will often start with a basic problem that has an intuitive answer, identify the concept behind the problem, and then expand the concept in order to solve more complex problems. Teaching this way also provides students with a blueprint to independently solve problems in the future. In this way,...

...I, and writing. I believe that every individual learns differently and everyone has the potential to succeed in whatever subject they pursue. The trick to success is finding the best way each person learns. I will work with you to reach your academic and intellectual goals in a way that fits your specific learning style and interests. There's nothing better as a tutor than seeing a student have an "ah-ha!" moment or seeing improvement in...

...end up burning yourself out. But 1%...just try to make yourself 1% better today than you were yesterday...and by the end of the year you'll be over 365% better. It is the small steady changes and growth that make us great! I believe that each of us has the ability to exceed all our own expectations. That is why I tailor my teachings to the student's methods of learning to ensure the ability for them...

...and struggled with difficult topics and found my way through. I understand that Math is often the most difficult, confusing, and most frustrating subject for most people. Half of succeeding in Math is knowledge, but the other half is pure confidence. I want to help you through the confusion and set you up to know and believe you can do it. Nothing is better than entering a daunting Math test with confidence. I look forward...

...success. Some of my personal interests and hobbies include gardening, hiking, international cooking, and making craft projects with paper and rubbers stamps. I also enjoy identifying and protecting native plants and animals in my region of the U.S., learning and supporting ways of protecting the environment, and developing sustainable business and home-life practices. When I can find appropriate ways to incorporate these interests into my lessons, I try to do so in order to make...

...engineer right out of college was spent as a scientist on Eastman Kodak's design team working on NASA's Chandra X-Ray orbiting telescope. I switched gears after a few years and entered Wall Street as a researcher and trader for various banks, brokerages, and hedge funds. I am a tutor for the following subjects for both children and adults: Elementary Math, Middle School Math, Algebra (all levels) and Business & Finance. At each place I have...

...I helped teach science and art history. In college, I tutored French and American Politics. I believe that teaching material to others is the best way to learn. So, for me, tutoring has always been intrinsically entwined with my own studies and thirst for knowledge. As a tutor, I try to pass on my philosophy of study and passion for knowledge to my students. Learning can be fun and engaging, and I hope to show...

...degree in Educational Technology. I have worked as a coordinator of a challenge course and taught 3rd, 4th, 5th grades and coached GED students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate elementary math and the politics of history. In my experience the most powerful learning comes when a student has a concrete experience with use and labeling of strong academic vocabulary. I believe that education is the best way to...

...of the cognitive development and science of learning in order to enhance the cognitive processes for myself and to better serve my students. I have learned ways to help my students use metacognitive strategies to grow as learners. I am a believer in the power of positive thinking and positive reinforcement. My teaching philosophy and personality reflect those beliefs. Thoughts have a unique power to create one's future. Positive thinking will be stressed in my classroom....

I have been an elementary school teacher for 30+ years, first in Florida and now in Oregon. I have a passion for teaching, especially reading and writing.

...humor, kindness and a listening ear, I am able to get to know each kiddo so I can customize their learning. I relate to kids and their parents incredibly well. I built my long teaching career on the power of positive relationships and it paid great dividends for me, as well as my students. Because I had such strong bonds with students, administration usually gave me students that were considered difficult. I am patient, kind,...

...and comprehension) in English and Spanish due to the incredible opportunity I had of living and studying overseas in Venezuela for most of my elementary school years. I have had much experience working with students all ages: tutoring for student athletes here at OSU, organizing and leading study groups for my high school peers as we prepared for our IB exams, working with high school freshmen in small groups in an algebra 1 recovery class,...

...Calculus III, Advanced C++, and Discrete Data Structures. I'm on my third year towards a BA in Computer Science at Portland State University. I may refine my program, likely to network administration, or software architecture. A portion of my schooling was at College of Southern Idaho in 2009-2010, where I tutored for the school in the math lab (calculus mostly). I moved to Portland because I love the area; tons of things to do, great...

...evidence of my daily work could be directly observed, and the difference I was making seemed to have a real impact. This opportunity prompted me to continue tutoring. My experience working in a high school showed me how different each student’s ability in any given area can be. The understanding that each student learns differently and therefore requires a different approach was an important lesson that I learned through my time tutoring in Springfield. I...

...make it easier. Do you need real world applications for it to make sense? Me too. Can finishing homework be a struggle because you lose focus or get bored? I love math, I'll share that with you and you may even have fun! I have been tutoring since I was a student at community college, now I have a Master Degree in Statistics. I am looking forward to sharing my math knowledge with you and...

...gift I have in relating to children. As a teacher, I have always enjoyed my time with my whole class and the one on one times with individuals. I like to use my sense of humor when teaching along with my creativity and problem solving abilities. Outside of tutoring I enjoy arts and crafts, flower gardening, traveling, watching movies that make me laugh out loud and spending time at the beach or in nature somewhere.

...focused heavily on computer coding. Before that I was an analyst, I taught College Algebra during my master's program. During my undergrad, I tutored in all subjects of math, physics, and some engineering courses. I recently moved to Portland and began an Urban Farming Apprenticeship. I love learning and have a teaching background in Math and Statistics. My undergrad is in Math Education and I have work with a full spectrum of students with great...

...problem solving to achieve success and mastery of their subjects! I have a strong background and degrees in both Mathematics and Music, and I am genuinely excited about helping you along your personal journey. I graduated from Humboldt State University and University of Oregon. I earned a B.A. in Music and Mathematics, California Credential in Music and Mathematics, M.M. in Music with a specialization in vocal performance. I have over ten years of experience working...