Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Portland, OR

...been working with kids and teens since I was sixteen - tutoring, counseling at camps, and teaching a variety of subjects like English, History, and Theatre Arts. I've also helped students with AP courses like Language, Literature, Government, and US History. In college, I was known as the go-to tutor among my peers, covering a wide range of subjects. I'm thrilled to be part of Varsity Tutors now, where I can help students not only...

...I know many (current) students struggle with these topics but I'm here to spice learning up a bit. Traveling across the East Coast recently has shown me how many different learning styles students have and has made it easier for me to accommodate to different needs. I believe having a strong support system, especially regarding academics, can help a student enjoy learning as opposed to just memorizing content. Growing up, learning new topics and ways...

...interests include music, math, and science. I love to play the piano and have played for 13 years. Math and science always came easy to me. I find both subjects interesting and use it every day as I pursue my career as a Speech-Language Pathologist. I believe that every student learns differently. Whether they are visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners, I am prepared to accommodate each student's needs and preferences. It is crucial to maintain...

...student approaches the problem, I provide an example of an ideal method of solution, ensuring to explain the rationale for each step, from which the student can learn. Then, I request the student to complete a similar problem to exercise the student with the most productive and efficient problem-solving skills. I have worked as a classroom assistant in a high school local to my alma mater, providing assistance to students in a socially interactive, but...

...as well as travel the country! After I graduate I plan to go to graduate school and study international affairs. This summer I am working as an archery instructor at a summer camp, and in my free time I enjoy dance, yoga, running, listening to music, reading, and watching new TV series. I am available to tutor in a wide variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about French and politics, as I have...

...in Business Management and minoring in Public Policy. My career interests include human resources, programming, and non-profit management. Along with non-profit management, I enjoy volunteering and helping others. As a tutor at the middle, high school, and college level, I have a wide range of experience helping students in various subjects, including Chinese, reading, and math, which is my favorite subject.Tutoring is one of my favorite ways to help others because it is so rewarding....

...to communicate the material to the student in a teaching method which is catered towards the student's learn abilities. Languages were an area in school in which I always had difficulty, but I was able to achieve bilingualism. Being that I struggled with this content area when I was in school, I can often sympathize with students, and help them to develop a strong understanding. I am also currently working with a local GEAR UP...

I am currently getting my MS in Mathematical Philosophy! I have experience tutoring up to the subject of Algebraic Topology and class experience in a multitude of graduate level math courses/topics. I am originally from Germany and I grew up in Texas. I love reading and watching tv/movies in my spare time.

...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 kinds of tea. I'm excited to know my students and...

I am a graduate of Yale University with a degree in biology and am currently working as a research associate at a cancer biology lab. I am an experienced STEM tutor for college and high school students and also tutor for standardized tests such as the MCAT and the SAT.

...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 fortunate enough to have....

...a journalist. I recently published my first book. I have taught kids from kindergarten to senior year of high school as a substitute teacher, coached an undefeated JV boys soccer team, and have spent years tutoring kids in college and in high school. I use the information I've gathered from my various adventures to keep learning engaging and fun. I believe learning takes work and dedication, but there's no reason not to enjoy the ride.

I'm a history loving, multi-lingual, globetrotting teacher with 5 years experience in high school classrooms. My specialties include World History, US History, Civics, French language, French literature, Spanish 1-3, English, Essay Writing, Literature, Vocabulary, and more.

As a tutor, I want to enable young minds to develop, and achieve their potential. I also want them to understand the vast perspectives of others around them, and prepare them for the world outside of school.

Hello everyone! I love to learn and I love to help others learn. I'm a BS in Physics and I'm confident I can help with any math or physics.... When solving math and physics problems the best place to start is with the fundamentals. Sometimes I have to start with, "So what happens when you let go of your pencil?" Or, "When I divide by ten on this side what do I have to do to...

...for academic excellence tutoring peers in group and private settings, and found the fulfillment I got to be just like teaching my little brother bass guitar when we were kids, or working in my guitar teacher's shop in high school. I graduated from Hofstra in 2022 with B.A.'s in Criminology and Spanish, and minors in Linguistics and Creative Writing, and was nominated for group tutor of the year award for my work as a tutor...

...for over 15 years. Throughout this time I have worked with both regular and special needs children in helping them improve their communication needs. This includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun....

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!

...University of New Haven and taught one or two courses a semester until May 2014. I believe every student is different and that their learning path is personal. I work hard to make sure that my students are getting the most out of the tutoring sessions by ensuring the practice and learning sessions are meeting the style of learning best embraced by the student. In my spare time, I enjoy participating with my daughter's dance...

...classroom. I grew up in a high-performing school district where many of my peers were able to excel without putting forth any effort. Meanwhile, I was spending countless hours reading, drilling flash cards, and reworking problems without receiving the same results. School just never came naturally for me, and I often felt incompetent, unmotivated and embarrassed to ask for help. Thankfully, I had wonderful teachers, mentors, and tutors along the way that helped me master...