Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Beaverton, OR

...my peers with problem sets in my biochemistry class to conducting spelling and geography bees as a volunteer with the North South Foundation, I have had many opportunities to work with others in an academic setting. Perhaps it is these previous experiences that most significantly contribute to my ability to be an effective tutor. I currently volunteer as a tutor with America Reads & Counts in Durham (ARAC), and through this program, I work with...

...and math have always been my favorite subjects. I struggled with both subjects until I realized that both follow a pattern and have specific rules to follow. To be successful in Spanish and math is to have a solid understanding of when to use those rules. Since then, I have been tutoring both subjects, as I have a natural ability to break concepts down into smaller pieces. My teaching philosophy is to use a variety...

...confident I can help any student grasp difficult math concepts. I take a systematic, analytical approach to most effectively and efficiently improve the mathematic and/or scientific ability of my clients. In doing this, I follow a four-step process: 1) identify the specific, problematic concepts 2) develop teaching strategies tailored to the student's age level and personality 3) work through the concepts with the student 4) use continuous check-ins to make sure the student is truly...

...background is in astrophysics with a focus on the observational study of young stars and their properties. I am interested in how the properties of the youngest stars change as they grow and how these properties affect dusty planet forming material associated with the stars. As I learned how to conduct this research I earned a B.S. in Physics and Astronomy, and later, a Ph.D. in Physics and Astronomy. Along the way I have had...

...had finally figured this out on my own without the big words. I love to learn. I love to read. I love to take classes. I love knowing stuff. And I'm a great teacher. Now we are getting away from labels. The key seems to be that everybody has a unique way where they can be a successful learner. Content may be important but it is more important for a student to learn to be...

...I'm Jon. I've worked in education for several years, teaching all levels of materials--K-12+ to people of all abilities. I have had lengthy experience tutoring math, writing, psychology and literature. I've also helped prep for standardized tests including ACT, SAT, PSAT, SOL, Praxis, GED and general GRE. I went to college on a academic scholarship focusing primarily on psychology and medicine. I have a zeal for helping others understand tough subject matter specific to their...

...sets me apart is not just my comprehensive understanding of software engineering principles but my passion for teaching and my commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment. I believe that learning to code is a journey of discovery and innovation, where each challenge is an opportunity for growth. My teaching philosophy centers on the Socratic method, encouraging students to explore, question, and develop critical thinking skills that go beyond mere coding abilities. I...

...graduated from Reed College in Portland and then earned my Master's in English language and literature at SUNY Binghamton in New York. My intention is to purse a PhD program and one become a professor. I believe that good communication is vital to good teaching, regardless of the subject. I have always had strong mathematical abilities, and feel that I effectively assess and convey the relevant conceptual framework needed to approach problems. Therefore my main...

I have passionately pursued the application of sciences and math over my 25+ year career. I am a firm believer in promoting professional development and learning in all those around you, and being prepared to learn at the same time. Many of my examples will draw on my history in aquariums, water quality and water purification and relate to environmental stewardship and conservation biology.

...graduated from Western Michigan University in the summer of 2013 with a Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach preK-5th grade in all subject areas in the states of Oregon and Michigan. Throughout college, I chose to focus on Early Childhood Education and worked primarily with preschool through second grade students. I taught Reading, Phonics, Spelling, Math, Science and Social Studies. Upon graduation I chose to move to the great state...

I'm a physics student soon to be electrical engineering student with a strong background in physics and math. I enjoy being a resource for those looking to learn. My main passions are for sustainability and renewable energy technology.

...am a PhD student in Animal Biology at UC Davis and am currently in the process of finishing my dissertation. I study the proteins that are involved in membrane fusion -- for example, when the sperm and egg cell membranes fuse together during fertilization. I have a Master's in Education and a BA in Human Biology from Stanford University. I love working with students of all ages and do my best to make learning relevant...

...seeing improvement in test scores and skills, and it is my goal to help you get there. I am originally from Madison, WI, and although I have now lived all over the world and settled on the West Coast, I consider myself a cheese-head for life. In high school, my family moved to Spain where I learned and became fluent in Spanish. I continued my language studies at the University of Wisconsin, Madison as a...

...and teaching. I taught English as a foreign language for three months in Laos to students between the ages of 6-45, and taught business English at a university in Morocco for two months. In college, I worked as a tutor in the Symbolic and Quantitative Reasoning Center, as well as independently with high school students. I have a passion around learning in many different subjects! Before declaring as a Math/Computer Science major, I also pursued...

I am a current undergraduate student at Wake Forest University and I am majoring in Political Science and minoring in Psychology. I primarily tutor high school students in literature and writing but I also tutor students in Algebra (middle school and high school level). As a tutor I incorporate visual learning with a clear structure and notes to help students gain the most from each session.

...am an experienced tutor with strengths in writing, mathematics, psychology, and anatomy/physiology, and I especially enjoy helping students in their middle school and high school years. My skills are enhanced by time in traditional school (Wilsonville High School) and home school environments as well as with general and special education (ADHD) students. A core belief that drives me is that I have an inexhaustible hope that everyone is capable of improvement.My recent career history consists...

...am a student at the University of Oregon, currently in the education program majoring in Elementary School teaching and minoring in Special Education. I have recently extended my studies into a classroom setting, and enjoy working with 4th and 5th graders at Edison Elementary School improving upon their math skills. These students are diverse, varying in understanding, ability, and background, providing me with the tutoring experience I need to understand how to engage all types...

...recently graduated from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR with a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. During my studies, I also completed my pre-medical requirements and am currently applying to medical school. I have had the chance to interact and help students as a teaching assistant in a general biology course lab and my education helped me develop learning techniques and time management skills that I look forward to bringing to you. Not...

...currently hold a Bachelors of Commerce degree in Accounting and Marketing. In addition, I possess a Master of Arts degree in International Finance. I have about four to five years experience tutoring small groups of two or three in business, strategy and marketing models and I greatly enjoyed every moment of it. As a result, I ended writing a book about it. At the moment, I am tutoring Business, Marketing, Math Geometry and English and...

...have always been passionate about sharing the knowledge I've learned, a passion that motivates not only my academic endeavors and interests, but also my work as a tutor. As a recipient of a general AA from Clark College and a BA in history from Hillsdale College, and a current graduate student studying Russian history at Stanford University, I have long wanted to make the sharing of knowledge through teaching my profession. The academic areas I...