Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Portland, OR

...I have used and developed a teaching approach that values the student as a whole person, not just their test scores. I am patient, methodical, and understanding, and I work well with students who are willing to make an effort toward improving. I can tutor in the following subjects: - Math (elementary, middle-school, pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, and introductory trigonometry and precalculus) - German (introductory and intermediate) - Test prep (including SAT, ACT,...

...James Madison University with a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry with minors in Criminal Justice and Honors Interdisciplinary studies. I am currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of Connecticut. My previous tutor experience was several 1 on 1 tutoring sessions for the 2022 - 2023 school year and I was a TA for a instrumental chemistry laboratory class for Junior and Senior chemistry majors. I mainly tutor college level general chemistry and...

I am a passionate, motivated and focused educator who strives for all students to be successful learners. I am an advocate for students to receive what they need to be successful.

I am a junior at Southern Connecticut State University where I recently transferred to study Exercise Science after completing my first two years at Yale University. I have extensive experience tutoring the SAT/ACT, but my favorite subject to tutor is math. Though it can be a daunting subject for many students, I strive to make math accessible and even enjoyable. In my spare time I enjoy weight training and spoken word poetry.... Motivation is internal. I...

I'm a retired professor who taught statistics for many years. To be a good citizen these days, you have to know a little statistics, because many people will try to convince you of many things with statistics, and you need to be able to separate the truth from the lies.... I want you to understand how statistics works and what the logic behind it is. If you understand that, then it will be easy to learn...

...high school. In fact, it was several years before I returned to college. My experience during that time was invaluable and taught me the importance of higher education. When I returned to college, I worked while studying full time, and I was able to graduate in four years, right on time. I enjoy working with younger people and motivating them to do their best in their academic endeavors. I will do my very best to...

...to work with are Grades 3-5 in elementary school, and high schoolers. I am also open to working with middle schoolers, although I will admit that I haven't worked with them as often, so if I end up matching with one, it would likely be a very enlightening experience for both of us. My biggest goal in tutoring with Varsity Tutors is to encourage students to think for themselves and enjoy every step of learning,...

...k-12. I also earned an M.A. for teaching grades k-12. I worked a full time teaching position for the Hartford public Schools. My classroom was self-contained that was composed of ASD,PDD students, and many had severe behavioral issues. The students in my class were deemed "un-teachable" With the exception of one child all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school...

I am a graduating senior at Yale University studying political science. I hope to be able to use my expertise in many areas, as well as positive attitude and great communication skills to be an effective tutor. I love to mentor others and help younger students suceed!

...in computer art and programming. At Champlain College, I was trained by industry veterans and toured/interned with several independent and AAA companies, so I know what is desired by professionals in the field. After graduating I began pursuing a career as an independent game developer and have been honing my skills ever since. Making games is a difficult but rewarding experience, and one that requires a range of skills across multiple mediums. A typical designer...

...expand my ability to help students in other subjects. Mathematics is my favorite subject to tutor because it has always made sense to me. I find joy in the structured nature of math and the satisfaction that comes from solving problems. My teaching philosophy centers around understanding where each student struggles and identifying their best method of learning. This approach allows me to explain concepts in ways that resonate with them, enhancing their understanding and...

...of experience tutoring and teaching math and science from elementary through college. I primarily tutor high school math and sciences but also have extensive experience in all forms of physics and higher mathematics including Calculus and Linear Algebra. Not only do I have experience as a tutor, I was also an instructional assistant in college and a camp counselor. I like to use real world examples to help students realize how math and science can...

...in applied mathematics. I've been teaching for 10 years. My aim is really to help lower the anxiety students feel while taking a math class. I ascribe to the philosophy of Mathematical Mindset, the belief that good math will cause people to struggle (a little) and that people's brains grow when they struggle. I want to show students that math is not something to fear or dislike. I don't believe in rote memorization of formulas...

...Molecular/Cellular biology. During my time at UConn, I worked as a tutor for General Chemistry for 3 years, and have gained experience working with students in-person and online. I have also been involved in Biochemistry research, which has led to my authorship in a published academic journal. In the fall, I plan to continue my education by getting a Ph.D. in Chemistry at UConn. I strongly believe in the value of education, and through tutoring,...

...as a candidate to help either elementary students in all subjects or have a Japanese tutoring lesson. I have helped students in the past by helping them in Japanese and conducting lessons for them using Duolingo for them to follow. I also have made my own lesson based on student needs and fulfilling their learning experiences. I love to interact with students and get to know them and I know that I will make my...

I'm an engineering student with a rich background in public speaking and natural sciences willing to help anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of any subject. I understand that a conventional or traditional approach is not always the best means for learning.

...Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time, I love playing piano, running, riding my bike, and learning languages. My strongest academic...

Faith is a graduate of New York University with a major in Journalism. She also majored in Spanish & Linguistics and minored in Animal Studies. She is originally from Ohio, loves spending time with her beagle-mix, Roxie, and her rat terrier, Henry, and enjoys talking about palindromes.

...am a recent graduate from the University of Georgia with a major in Chemistry and a minor in Spanish. During my junior year, I spent the fall through summer semesters helping instruct general chemistry classes and organic chemistry labs. Overall, I personally enjoy teaching and tutoring others not only because it better helps people understand some of the more difficult concepts of the material but because it also allows me to fully cement my knowledge...

...(M.S. from Creighton University and Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico.) I have taught college level physics and astronomy for the past fifteen years as an adjunct lecturer, while at the same time participating in various research projects as a research scientist/software developer. My favorite programming language is Python. I enjoy tutoring students in a wide variety of scientific and technical disciplines, including: physics, astronomy, mathematics, and computer programming. As regards my teaching philosophy,...