Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Portland, OR

...five years and I absolutely love it. It gives me an opportunity to spend more time with my husband and daughter. I am currently teaching classes for Kaplan University, Argosy University and onsite at Post University. I have received a B.A. degree in English as well as M.A. and M.S. degrees in English and Education, respectively. My M.A. degree was completed entirely online. In my spare time (when I have any), I like to read...

...someone with ADD myself, I deeply understand the challenges learners face and how to support them effectively. My teaching philosophy is simple: every student learns best when taught in a way that makes sense to them. I strive to create an environment where learning feels exciting, not overwhelming, and where students can see how what they're learning applies to their everyday lives. By making learning enjoyable and meaningful, I help students build confidence, stay motivated,...

...the majority of my professional life teaching -- as a classroom teacher, substitute teacher, a special education paraprofessional and as a theatre teaching artist. I'm also a playwright and work for a nonprofit arts center in downtown Hartford. I'm passionate about education, and I love the experience of one-on-one teaching. It's my way of giving back to the incredible teachers that shaped my childhood and offered me the doors to the professional experiences I've been...

...as a private math instructor, instructed violin lessons, and worked as an art teacher for a local summer camp. As such, I have a great deal of experience working with children, (I have two young sisters as well) however, I am passionate about tutoring for any age. I tutor English, Literature, Math, Admissions, and my personal favorite: Guitar. I love learning, and it is always exciting to work with students to share that love with...

...assisted, and led my own courses at Stanford University, Wesleyan University, and more. I work best with students grades 6 and onward in subject areas and on standardized tests. I also enjoy working with college students and students preparing for graduate applications. I believe that the development of critical analysis skills is the most important thing I can teach, and I'm excited to tailor my approach to each student. In my free time, I hike,...

...My favorite subjects to tutor are algebra and geometry, as they often serve as the building blocks for students' mathematical understanding. I find great joy in helping students unlock their potential and gain confidence in their abilities, particularly when they experience that "aha" moment. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. I believe that every student has a unique learning style, and I strive to tailor my approach to meet...

...as a Second Language, Shakespeare and AP English. I have a BA in English from the University of Scranton and an MA in English from Western CT State University. I am happy to tutor English, reading and writing at all levels. If I had to choose a specialty topic it would be Shakespeare. I designed and taught a high school level Shakespeare class for many years. As a tutor, my goal is to work with...

...I have always tutored French and German on the side, and I am most passionate about those languages. The first semester of my senior year in high school was spent living with a host family in Clermont-Ferrand, France, and I also spent a semester studying at La Sorbonne in college. I thus have a strong linguistic and cultural connection with France and Germany due to my time living and studying there. Regarding my teaching philosophy,...

...looking for help in History, Social Studies, Test Prep, or Writing, look no further. I am a Certified History and Social Studies Teacher, a Teacher Consultant with the National Writing Project, and Have a long history of high achievement on several standardized tests. I am an expert in European History, especially Eastern Europe. No one knows or can better teach you European History than me. Most of all though, no one is going to make...

...Over the past two years, I have taught English in Thailand and worked extensively with students online, primarily supporting them in English and ESL. I also tutor Mathematics 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...

...a Masters degree in Teaching English as a Second or Other Language and Applied Linguistics from Southern Illinois University, with a GPA of 4.0. Aside from French, I also speak basic, conversational Spanish, due to self-taught lessons and extensive travels to Spain. I have worked at schools including Columbia University, Fairfield University, Southern Illinois University, and the language learning company ELS. In my past five years of teaching, I have taught students from kindergarten to...

...with children of all ages, abilities, interests and backgrounds. My journey started while I was interning in the Hamden Police Department, in an effort to engage the community into the workings of the police department, the detective I was working under and I created a citizens academy to teach community members about law, and the police department. While teaching classes at our newly established, my intern supervisor insisted I should look into teaching, and pointed...

Hi! I'm a student currently studying Government at Harvard, and I'm really looking forward to getting to work with you. I have experience tutoring high school students in a number of subjects, including math (Algebra 2 and Precalculus), English, History, and Spanish. I also have helped students write and revise college essays and supplementals. Additionally, I have experience with...

...Major Concentration in Sustainable Energy Management and a Minor Concentration in Political Science. My Masters of Education was earned from Sacred Heart University, majoring in Secondary Science Education. Since graduating, I have worked as a Building Substitute Teacher for Wheeler High School and Middle School and as a K-12 Substitute Teacher for Kelly Educational Services. These roles have given me experience and confidence working with students of all age groups in all subjects. I enjoy...

...tutored and mentored. After her undergrad, she spent three years working as Preschool teacher at a federally funded Head Start program serving low-income families. In 2012, she moved on to working as a para-professional at a local charter school in Bridgeport CT. In August 2014, Keisha earned a Masters in Early Childhood Education and then moved to Newark, NJ where she became a state certified teacher. In her free time she enjoys spending time with...

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...the saying goes, "A student does not care how much you know, until they know how much you care." I have learned the above lessons in my time working as a tutor and teacher at a charter high school in Newark, New Jersey. In this role I specifically tutored three sections of math: pre-algebra, algebra 1, and geometry. I also wrote and tutored the AP Language and Composition materials for the school's 11th grade, and...

...preparation, Bar Exam Preparation, English, Literature, History, Civics, and Mathematics. In my experience helping middle school math students, I was able to make the lessons fun and show students why math is important for everyday life which led to increased student engagement. I am a firm proponent of education as a first-generation college graduate, believing it to be necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of...

...finding different ways to engage my students. I believe it is important to get to know the students I work with 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...

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