Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Portland, OR

My entire professional life has been devoted to enlightening students to be active learners in reading, writing and appreciating the English language I have been an educator for over four decades because the more I teach my students ,the more I learn from them! Let's enjoy this adventure together!

...Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let a student tell me their goals, show me how they take in information, and point me in the direction of the challenging areas. With this information,...

...too. I do love teaching... that's why I can't seem to leave it. These days I'm employed as a paraprofessional at Middletown High School. I spend a lot of my spare time with my grandson, Joshua, who is 13 years old and a total delight. He never fails to make me smile. He attends middle school in Glastonbury where he is an A student and football player. I look forward to attending his games every...

...currently teach all subjects at the 5th and 8th grade levels. While homeschooling my children, I continue to tutor other students as well. Throughout this time I have been tutoring students in everything from sewing and crafting to learning to read to editing college essays. I am a passionate teacher who loves what I do! It is my joy to walk beside students as they grow and walk through their educational journey.

...tasked with planning for and teaching homeschooled students with autism and dyslexia. I have given help in reading, language arts, math, writing, and teaching English to pupils of other languages. I have experience preparing students for standardized tests such as the ISEE. My students have ranged in age from preschool to college level. I have a Bachelors and Masters degree in education from Southern Connecticut State University and a Sixth Year in education from the...

...undergrad I earned by CRLA tutoring certification and tutored in many subjects including neuroscience, biology, scientific writing, essay writing. I also tutored foreign students in English, and lead clinics where I taught fencing to middle and high school students. I am passionate about teaching and helping everyone get an excellent education. In my spare time, I enjoy running, reading, fencing, and spending time with family and friends. I am more than happy to answer any...

I have been tutoring and teaching for the last 12 years. Throughout my early years of service working with various ages of students in middle school, high school, and at the college level, I had concluded that I could best serve mankind by teaching inner city students in secondary school to learn to read and write through the appreciation of literature.

...a physician in the obstetrics/gynecology, fetal medicine, or reproductive medicine fields. I am happy to provide tutor/provide advice on the medical school application process or on the MCAT, or any pre-medical courses. My undergraduate education has provided me with a strong foundation in the life sciences (biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, general chemistry, and organic chemistry). In addition to my academic pursuits, I greatly enjoy teaching and mentoring students. I have experience with MCAT tutoring, English...

...structuring essays, reading/writing responses, citations, college application essays etc.). I've found that even a few hours of one-on-one attention with a student can boost their letter grade and confidence through the roof! I am a graduate from ECSU with a bachelors in English with over four years of experience in tutoring. I loved building relationships with my students and watch their creativity blossom, and I'm so excited to join a platform to connect me with...

...obtained both my Bachelor's and Master's of Arts degree from Rhode Island College (RIC) and have worked as a Math Tutor and Teacher's Assistant throughout my time at RIC. Intellectually, I believe knowledge is fluid and requires practice to perfect. I enjoy showing my peers/students different ways of examining problems in order to achieve a well-rounded understanding of the material through derivation, never memorization. My main mission is to showcase my passion for Math and...

I am a Princeton University graduate ('19) where I majored in East Asian Studies. My academic interests center around language learning Chinese, Japanese, and Korean as well as history, anthropology, and media studies. I have worked as a college advisor for high school students in the United States and have also taught English in Japan to students of all ages. Beyond these academic interests, I enjoy playing cello and guitar, cooking, reading, and drinking all...

I am current undergraduate student at the College of William and Mary. I have worked with students of all grades ranging from elementary school to high school. My favorite subjects to teach are English and Literature, especially the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the SAT. I know firsthand how stressful standardized tests can be, so I would love to help alleviate any concerns about standardized testing from struggling students. In my free time, I...

I have 23 years of experience teaching. I received my BA in elementary education and Biblical studies from Northeastern Bible College. I moved on to teach in classrooms, churches, small group settings, swimming pools (as a swim instructor) and even in my own home. As a homeschool mom, I teach my own children and am preparing them for college. I believe that if learning is boring, frustrating or upsetting, it's not being done right. We...

...My goal is not merely just to help students raise their test grades, but to take ownership of their learning and find joy in their academic studies. I am dedicated to helping students discover their strengths in learning and apply them to areas of difficulty. I work well with all age groups and can easily adapt my tutoring style to each students' age and educational needs. I guide all my students with patience and encouragement...

I graduated with a degree in Professional Music, with concentrations in Contemporary Writing & Production and Performance, from Berklee College of Music. I have been tutoring in ESL for two years, and providing music instruction on and off for the past eight years, both online and in person. I am passionate about helping students as learning from them and exposing them to different ideas or ways to think about things is rewarding.

...student better equipped to understand and navigate the world around them. I also believe that confidence in their writing ability gives a student skills that will prepare them for the rest of their lives. I have experience working with students on the autism spectrum, and I believe that every student learns in their own way and a good tutor will adapt to make the learning experience as exciting and pleasurable as possible.

I have a deep commitment to education and exploring our world. I have studied at an intense conservatory for music as well at the esteemed Yale University. With a passion for a broad variety of subjects, I hope we can walk together on the journey of education.

...new ways to tell their stories, be it through languages, writing, or theatre. I have lived and worked all over the world, and have enjoyed learning about new cultures and languages each time. I have taught at international schools (IB) in many countries as well as private high schools (AP and IB) in the US, and both public and private universities in the US and France. Language, literature and culture are our bridge to understanding...

...and neurogenetics research at Yale University. Kristin received her M.F.A. in Fiction and Poetry from Fairfield University. She has experience in freelance journalism, travel writing, and science writing. As well as teaching English Literature at Fairfield University, She conducted college interviews for Stanford University admissions for two years and helped write and publish the New SAT Guide, New SAT Practice Tests 1 and 2, and The New PSAT Guide and Practice Tests for a major...

Through the Jesuit Education I received at Fairfield University, I am confident that I have the ability to tutor anyone in the language and literature of English. I also am able to proofread and help edit any English assignment because of my passion for English. I also have many skills including understanding of literature, and grammatical writing, proofreading, and editorial work. These qualities make me a great tutor for you, and or, your child's needs.