Award-Winning English Tutors in Portland, OR

...in Social Studies with a focus in food policy and law. During my undergraduate studies I spent my time in political organizations and in research, teaching fellowships on political philosophy at Harvard Effective Altruism and serving as a Visiting Researcher in food policy at the University of Cambridge. After graduating, I spent time as a researcher in political science and history and mentored students working towards attending top schools in the US and UK, providing...

...all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school level. I use a multi-kinesthetic approach which enhances memory; while additionally we are having a lot of fun learning. I know my core curriculum and special needs is definitely a strength for me. I teach with a passion, and the kids always love me. I am also dependable, honest, and punctual. I...

I love learning about my students' hobbies and interests, and strive to connect these with the material I tutor them on.

...experience tutoring pre-med college students and 1st and 2nd year medical students for their admission exams (MCAT and USMLE Step 1) and find that it helps to have someone who is in the same boat. I also have experience teaching elementary students to read and write. As a student myself, I know how important having the right educator is to learning. Not everyone learns in the same way and I think every student deserves to...

...California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a pre-med track. I am currently a grad student at the Yale School of Public Health. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have instructed SAT/ACT classes for low-income students in the Los Angeles area. I truly believe that education is the gateway to success. It is my teaching philosophy to ensure that each student has individualized attention. I work to enhance...

...utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to create engaging, accessible lessons that foster a love for learning. I particularly enjoy working with diverse learners, including those with learning differences and multilingual students, as I believe every child deserves personalized support. My passion for education was ignited during my time teaching STEAM classes, where I witnessed firsthand the excitement and curiosity of young learners. I am committed to making math and reading enjoyable and approachable,...

...Haven. I graduated from University of New Haven with a Master's in Education, Secondary English Grades 7-12. I taught English for several years in the public school setting then worked in a juvenile training facility teaching English to at risk youth. I left teaching to raise my children during the past few years and have enjoyed tutoring on the side. I have worked with very diverse groups of students, abilities, and ages. No matter what...

...I can work with both the North American and European dialects of the French language, making me a rather well-rounded candidate to assist with your French education. I have been helping those around me with French for a great many years, and I recently completed my B.A. in Francophone Studies. Additionally, I have just finished earning my DALF-C2 diploma from the French Ministry of Education. I look forward to hearing from you! Merci beaucoup!

It is my personal mission to engage students with meaningful connections between their studies and real-world applications. I taught English in a high school setting for eleven years, and am currently serving as a member of the adjunct faculty at a private university. I have a level of experience that enables me to make these meaningful connections and promote high levels of critical thinking.

...various Historical subjects, Math, and Science as well. As a teacher, I choose to construct my lessons so that they are student centered. Each of us learns differently, and we each have our own unique virtues and vices as learners. Above all, I strive to establish a relationship of mutual recognition of mutual respect between myself and my students. This is the groundwork for any trusting relationship, and is the key to establishing free flows...

...to helping students of different age groups (from middle school to college) in mostly math and science. As someone driven to become a professor, I love to teach and have a great passion for sharing my knowledge with others! I am most passionate about math and hard sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics and have most experience tutoring middle school, high school, and college students. My mission is to develop students' problem-solving skills so...

...at camps, and teaching a variety of subjects like English, History, and Theatre Arts. I've also helped students with AP courses like Language, Literature, Government, and US History. In college, I was known as the go-to tutor among my peers, covering a wide range of subjects. I'm thrilled to be part of Varsity Tutors now, where I can help students not only succeed academically but also enjoy the learning process. Looking forward to working with...

...grammar needs strengthening! I have experience tutoring writing for 1 year prior to joining Varsity Tutors. When tutoring with me, I try to make you as comfortable as possible with any questions you may have! Working together with my clients to understand concepts is something I am very open-minded about as there are many ways to tackle the work that needs to be done. I am here to help meet your goals and am looking...

...in the process of getting a dual BS/MPH degree. I'm pre-med at Yale, and I'm double majoring in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, as well as the History of Science. I have a wide variety of academic interests, and especially enjoy tutoring writing/communications and science. My teaching style is one that I've developed from the myriad psychology courses I've taken, so I'm all about creative ways to have the student understand the content and then reinforce...

...in middle school and high school. I used to tutor my friends and help them with their homework. After I graduated from high school, I got my bachelor's in Fine Arts from Tufts University and a CTEFL certificate from Boston Academy of English. For the past 5 years, I've been living and working in Laos, where I've had the pleasure of teaching so many incredible students. In my previous job, I taught English in classrooms,...

...for three years at University of Connecticut Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Cell Biology and Sociology I can provide both structured tutoring, where I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to...

...including those with varying cognitive, learning, and physical challenges, which taught me the importance of adaptability in teaching. I teach a variety of subjects including but not limited to: English Reading and Writing: Elementary, Middle, High School and College, SAT, ACT, IGCSE, AP Lang French: All Levels, Verb Tenses, Conjugation, Essays, Listening, Speaking, IGCSE, AP French Math: Elementary, Middle, High School and College, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Precalculus and Statistics, SAT, ACT, IGCSE Science: Physics,...

...I tutor reading, writing, and American History, with a particular love for history, which I see as a vast, interconnected story. I am an avid writer due to the nature of my major and minors, and would consider my expertise to be academic writing. My teaching philosophy is student-centered and adaptiveI strive to understand each student's learning style and make complex subjects approachable. Outside of tutoring, I'm an avid reader, a food enthusiast, and a...

...Tufts University. During my time at Tufts, I also taught in Boston-area preschools, supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social skill development through the Jumpstart program. After graduating, I stayed in Boston and tutored 9th-12th graders in a wide range of subjects while earning my teaching license. After that, I taught 3rd and 4th grade where my students earned best in state scores on their end of year state test. In fact, my students in my...

...in order to have the greatest impact on my students academic achievements. I create various games and activities to help students enjoy learning and gain confidence in the areas they struggle. I have worked with children my whole life in various settings. I am passionate about helping children learn and grow. I plan to be a positive role model and influence on your child's life. In my free time, I love reading, running, taking spin...