Award-Winning English Tutors in Beaverton, OR

...Sociology. While pursuing my degree, I worked as a tutor for student athletes. I have continued to train and educate others in various positions across employment fields. I firmly believe in adapting my teaching style to the needs of the individual student. I tutor a range of subjects, mainly focusing in the writing and reading areas. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (fiction and nonfiction), yoga, going on adventures with my dogs, and jigsaw...

...History, and English. I teach by, most of all, making the subject appealing and exciting to learn about. We learn things so much faster when we are actually intrigued about the subject. I think encouraging that first step is crucial, and it helps these lessons become ones that we remember years after their first introduction. Alongside the motivational factor, it helps to know that, if you are terrible at taking tests, that is totally okay!...

...English from the University of California, Berkeley. These days I teach writing and publishing at Portland State University and Portland Community College, and I have taught creative, academic, and professional writing, including college application essays and publisher query letters. When I am not teaching, I write fiction (my debut book, From the Caves, won several national awards) and my shorter works have appeared in Poets & Writers, Longreads, The Kenyon Review, CRAFT Literary Magazine, New...

...I live in Portland, OR. My undergrad degree is in History. I am a retired (but still licensed) special education teacher. I am certified to teach SpEd, Social Studies, and ELA for K-12. I have tutored adults who are studying to pass the US Citizenship test as well. I do my best to meet students wherever they are without judgment and with curiosity. I genuinely believe that a good teacher/student connection is essential for students...

...and experience guiding others in their learning process, I have 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 rather than providing the answers. In 2013, I earned my...

I am retired, having worked in consumer market research, five years teaching math and electronics in a technical school, and working 25 years as a health research analyst. I have a BA in math and psychology and an MS in Educational Research. I also have military training as an electronics technician.

I am a lifelong learner who's fascinated with the intersection of social psychology and business: how teams work best and what best motivates entrepreneurs. Currently, I am an MBA Candidate at Willamette University. I am an aspiring Organizational Psychologist whose goals are to continue to consult start-ups and SMB's accomplish their missions and eventually earn a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from a top-tier Business School.

...Cognitive Science and minored in Spanish/Hispanic Studies. In college, I played two years of DIII lacrosse, sang in an a cappella group, studied abroad for a semester in Madrid, and was the co-chair of my major committee. With a faculty member in the physics department, I worked on a project analyzing the intersection of physics education, cognitive science, and contemplative practice (e.g., meditation). My senior thesis was a critical evaluation of the goals and results...

...am very aware of the existence of bad teachers. These teachers often end up teaching English or Foreign Languages. The thing that often differentiates a good from a bad teacher is the ability to empathize. Bad teachers will have little patience for the student who is struggling to learn the things that the teacher has had years to internalize. A good teacher on the other hand should never forget what it was like to look...

...of writing and/or editing. I have an MFA in creative writing from Portland State University and a BA in English from Seattle Pacific University. I recently taught composition (levels 1 and 2) at Northwest Kansas Technical College. The part of teaching I enjoyed the most was working with students one-on-one to give them tips that were specific to their writing voices. If that sounds like the kind of help you need, I'd love to try...

...of Science in Human Physiology and a minor in Spanish. I am taking a break in my schooling to save money for graduate school and decide what I want my career to be. Currently I am toying with the idea of going back to school and getting a Master's in Human Physiology and then going on to get my PhD and then become a professor at a University, OR working in the medical field for...

Hello! I hold a degree in multidisciplinary studies and elementary education and a professional teaching license for grades K-12. I have experience with ages 0-21 and students with varying needs (special needs, TAG, etc). I look forward to working work you!

Learning should happen in a fun and supportive environment. Each student learns their own way and needs a different level of help, which is why I cater each lesson to the students specific needs and learning style. The right tutor can change the way one student feels about learning and accepting challenges.

...teaching all areas but especially love math and reading. These are passions of mine, and you can often find me reading my own books whenever I have time. I believe that a positive environment is the key to learning. When students are happy, safe, and enjoying their tasks, they acquire new information much more quickly and easily. It is my mission to always create this environment with my students and those I tutor. I have...

...more dedicated and learn more effectively. With that said, a teacher's job is to find the best way to make learning enjoyable while still presenting a challenge for the student. I really enjoy working one-on-one with students. I get to know them on a deeper level, which helps build rapport and makes learning more enjoyable. It also allows me to devote more individualized attention to that student, assessing their needs and ensuring progress. I am...

...must understand the different learning styles and tailor your teaching style to the unique needs of each student. Every student brings their own strengths and challenges, so you need to maintain flexibility and consistency in teaching when determining what resonates with her/him. I graduated with my MSEd degree in 2014 at University of the Southwest in New Mexico. I earned my BS degree in Psychology (focus on childhood development and education) and my BS degree...

I am currently a 4/5 grade teacher. I have taught in China, and am currently teaching in Portland. I received my elementary education degree from Northwest Nazarene University. I am certified to teach k-8, with an emphasis in natural science in Idaho, and Oregon. I love to help foster students' love for learning, and helping them discover their potential. Outside of academia I enjoy live music. hiking, reading, being in community, traveling, experiencing new things,...

...University of Oregon, where I also lead the ballroom dance and type 1 diabetes clubs for a number of years. I am currently working on earning my Medical Assistant certification and studying for the MCAT in anticipation of applying to medical school. My day job is at RISE Services as a Direct Support Professional working with kids and adults with developmental disabilities to help them accomplish their personal goals. This is where I discovered my...

...avid reader, who loves nothing more than to instill a passion for learning in my 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 student whosoever!

I have a bachelor's and a master's degree in philosophy. I have taught english grammar, reading, writing, phonics, and reading strategies for over fifteen years. I have worked with students in the United States and in China in reading, english, philosophy, vocabulary, over the years. I love helping students get the extra help they may need for subjects they are currently taking, and introducing them to subjects in which they may have further interests.