Certified Tutors From Portland State University

...or 2018. The reason why I chose to study Japanese as my major is, when I was young I studied languages in middle school and began a journey to learn languages. I studied French, German, Cantonese, and lastly Japanese. It was a fun hobby and I loved it. Later, I decided to make this hobby...

Learning can become a joyful activity. You just need the right professor and the right tutor for you, who loves learning. I trust in the potential in every one of us. I will be your mentor for tapping into your own and turn your learning experience into a successful and joyful one. Reach out!

...Science in psychology and work as a daycare provider and private tutor. My favorite subject is writing. I am a skilled editor and sometimes freelance in content development for websites and other online media platforms. One thing students love to learn about me is that I am involved in wildlife rehabilitation and have had the...

...I moved back to the USA after finishing my PhD, and I was hired as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaii Department of Mathematics. My position included both teaching and research responsibilities. I was teaching all levels of mathematics, including single- and multi-variable calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, advanced undergraduate analysis as...

...everyone can feel like an equal partner, while at the same time celebrating each student's individuality. I place a great deal of importance on promoting growth mindset in the classroom. I choose content and design lessons that are relevant to the students, rigorous, and equitable. I strive to provide a variety of avenues for students...

...to Speakers of Other Languages; My American Master degree is about Curriculum and Instruction. I will support you on Chinese learning. My favorite subject is Mandarin and Chinese culture because that is why people like China and Chinese. I am good at making Chinese class easy and fun. My goal is to support you on...

...information into digestible chunks so it can be understood and built upon - a skill that I use quite frequently when teaching. I do love the physical sciences, but there's a special place in my heart for the social sciences. The brain/body axis is one of my particular areas of interest. Seeing the interplay between...

...with your math homework! My tutoring experience comes from studying with classmates, mostly, and trying to help each other fully understand the given concepts. I find that when you're struggling to grasp a new concept, the best way to learn is to be exposed to as many different perspectives as possible. If one attempt is...

...social sciences, especially political science. Oftentimes, a lack of confidence in their own ability will hold a student back from achieving their goals. I believe that supplementing a student's academic self-esteem leads to their continued and independent success. My ultimate goal as a tutor is to help the student realize the extent of their capabilities...

...youth and future generations. I have spent seven years of my life studying in higher education, and still, have two more years left to reach my goal of a masters degree in Adult Higher Education. During this time, I have faced many life challenges, but have conquered them all along my path while I continue...

I enjoy helping students understand complex concepts in simple terms, memorize new knowledge, build confidence, and succeed.

Hi! I'm Kelly! I've worked in schools with kids for over 10 years. I have worked with all ages, skill levels and backgrounds. I really enjoy teaching and service and helping others through challenges.

...knowledge is of the utmost importance to me. As a tutor, I strive to ensure that my students always feel comfortable and supported as they learn. By determining how students are best able to absorb material, I cater lessons to each student to facilitate the acquisition of as much knowledge as possible.

I love watching my students grow as musicians and artists. The confidence that singers get through lessons give me great joy. Lessons provide a comprehensive education, developing musicianship, ear training, technique, creativity, performance opportunities and confidence building!

...teach in a way that is tailored to each individual. I am a student at Portland State University, majoring in Computer Science. I enjoy video games, Dungeons and Dragons, and programming, and I know the first 74 digits of pi. In other words, I'm the biggest nerd you'll ever meet. I tutor most levels of...

I am a graduate student studying environmental policy, however, I graduated with a B.S. in Biology and have 6 months of Medical School under my belt. I enjoy teaching and finding new ways of explaining concepts in order to cater to a wider variety of learning types and students.

I am an economics major at MHCC, and will be attending Portland State University in the Fall. My main goal is inspiring students to think critically of their education. Learning is the journey, and having the right mindset is the map.

...to target specific weak areas that the student is struggling in. Usually a visual aid accompanying the problem is how I like to teach. Using videos and open discussion are also good methods. Often times engagement in both verbal and written activities at the same time are great ways to learn a new subject. I...

...needs of the individual studentbe those needs related to the material itself, to gaps in the student's knowledge base, or to their individual learning styleresults in exciting, tangible gains. My tutoring philosophy emphasizes building students' self-confidence by breaking assignments down into manageable parts, providing as much guidance as necessary, and allowing students to take the...

...are getting away from labels. The key seems to be that everybody has a unique way where they can be a successful learner. Content may be important but it is more important for a student to learn to be an independent, self-motivated learner. Grades are a great motivator for a lucky few obviously "good students"....