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Jim

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My experience includes 25 plus years of experience at all levels: elementary, high School. College. I have taught diverse subjects including English, writing, social sciences, science and elementary math. I have also been a child Social Worker, and so relate very well with children. I am a published writer. I have been told that I am an excellent communicator and can put any subject into a context for students to understand. I have training in working with students with autism or any other challenge.

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Jim’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Portland State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Hobbies

reading, writing, sports, music

Tutoring Subjects
Academic Coaching
American Literature
Business
College Application Essays
College English
College Level American Literature
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
English Grammar and Syntax
Essay Editing
High School English
High School Level American Literature
High School Writing
Human Resources
Math
Middle School English
Middle School Writing
Psychology
Public Speaking
Social Sciences
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Writing