Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Portland, OR

...We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make sure that you can not only...

...forms, including the reading of literature and poetry, writing academic essays, a knowledge of grammar, and other linguistic elements such as phonetics to help with teaching pronunciation. Professionally, I've been an English educator for the past 6 years, teaching everything from beginning ESL to college-level argumentative writing. My students have ranged in age from middle school students to adults. My credentials include being a certified ESL instructor, a trained and experienced middle/high school language arts...

...and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning center. I have over 6 years tutoring experience, and have been with Varsity Tutors since the fall of 2015! Through this company, I've worked with clients of all ages and I have...

...ingrain the course material. I was attentive to each student’s unique learning style and speed. In order for them to focus beyond rote memorization, I encouraged students to ask each other questions and apply the concepts to real-word scenarios. In addition, working as an advisor at my university's Career Center during my final semester exposed me to a variety of students with diverse cultural, social, and academic backgrounds. I was enthusiastic to not only discuss...

...year state test. In fact, my students in my final year of teaching were ranked #1 and #2 in the state of Massachusetts on their Math and ELA state tests, respectively. In addition to teaching, I have spent the last 1.5 years working on ELA curriculum design and teacher development for a network of schools in NYC and CT. I am also currently pursuing Master's degrees in Children's Literature (M.A.) and Library and Information Science...

I am a current MBA student at the Yale School of Management who will also be attending UCLA School of Law post-MBA. I've also enjoyed taking standardized tests and "cracking" their code; so I love getting to continue to work on this with my students.

...practicing attorney and law professor. I have helped students to prepare for the LSAT and to draft the Personal Statement required by law schools. I was a Modern Languages major in college which has proved invaluable in tutoring ESL which I have done for several years as a volunteer for several CT libraries. And, finally, I am the author of several books published by prestigious companies, including Commerce Clearing House and Simon & Schuster. This...

...past 4 years, I am lucky to have worked with students of all ages and helped them reach their full potential. I offer tutoring services in all subjects, and I'm particularly interested in English, Economics, Government, and Math. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a safe, welcoming environment where students can learn at their own pace. Outside of academics, I enjoy spending time outside and enjoying good food with family and friends.

...personal and current education with feedback from previous students to refine my approach. In high school I started a student success center during covid to provide free online tutoring, providing tutors in all subjects during set hours of the week. I work hard to create a comfortable environment to reduce the stresses and pressures of tutoring, not only allowing me to enhance my student's education but do so in a way that is most suited...

...how fiction can shape the boundaries of the real world. Studying English, and writing in general, also allows the student to analyze information critically, which will help the student in every possible career choice. Personally, I grew up reading as much as I could, playing music, and studying film in order to understand as many aspects of the human condition as possible. I am a strong believer that when you take the time to study...

...and SAT preparation, with a particular passion for the Reading and Writing sections of the SAT, where I help students build skills through structured, focused practice. My tutoring style is patient and disciplined, rooted in the belief that while there are no shortcuts, consistent effort leads to real progress. I'm passionate about education because I've had teachers and tutors who fundamentally changed my skill set and opportunitiesand I aim to do the same for my...

Hello! My name is Justin Hyland and I am a graduate of Fordham University and the University of Connecticut School of Law. My areas of knowledge include legal academics, bar exam prep, and English language and literature.

...support them to uncover their greatest potential. I want my clients to feel hopeful and determined to reach their goals, whether those goals are to improve their mental health, or to pass their licensing exam. Positivity leads to productivity; that's my motto, and I believe it is especially true when applied to preparing for the exam. My goal is to help you identify and overcome any mental roadblocks that prevent you from feeling fully prepared,...

I'm a Harvard graduate applying to graduate schools. I've worked in tech, consulting and academia. I've tutored grades 5-12 for 5+ years. My most recent student went from failing 10th grade geometry to getting perfect scores on her exams. I think it's very important not only to understand the material, but to know how to study. I'm enthusiastic about sharing the learning techniques I've developed with others.

...biochemistry & molecular biology and environmental studies. After graduation, I did genetic research at Princeton University for one year. Now I'm a medical student at the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University and aspire to be an orthopedic physician. I'm involved with sports medicine research with a physician at the Yale School of Medicine who specializes in complex knee injuries. I want to help students prepare for the MCAT and reach their...

I am a recent graduate of Middlebury College with a degree in Physics, and I have over 5 years of online tutoring experience. I know first hand how challenging it can be to struggle in classes when not quite understanding the material, and I have seen the confidence that tutoring can provide students. I aim to help students build confidence to succeed in their most challenging subjects!

...tutoring experience has primarily involved working with undergraduate students in a one-on-one or small-group setting. I've learned to quickly identify a student's areas of confusion and adapt my teaching style based on their learning needswhether that means breaking down complex topics into simpler steps, using analogies, or guiding them through problems at their own pace. I strive to create a welcoming and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, no matter their background or...

...one who has a business background and education, and also one who has a scientific background too. My tutoring experience, although under a year, includes supporting peers in study groups for General and Organic Chemistry, where I discovered my passion for teaching complex concepts in a relatable way. I specialize in AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and Organic Chemistry, and I thrive on helping students grasp challenging material through clear explanations and practical examples. My teaching...

Graduate (3.9 GPA) from the University of Connecticut in chemical engineering. Four years of tutoring experience. Seeking to help students, much like the tutors who helped me become accepted to an MD program at my top medical school choice.

...learn is what really drives my desire to tutor. I began by tutoring my peers in the math lab at college. Then I continued by teaching my own children for the last twenty-two years in our homeschool. Today, I tutor friends (old and new ones). From elementary math to pre-calculus, I enjoy the privilege of helping students understand math. Although math presents beautiful puzzles and amazing connections to life, I also enjoy being outdoors, creating...