Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Tigard, OR

...I love to empower people so that they can grow. the fun of the teaching process for me is not only getting to communicate the process of learning but also to have the opportunity to learn more myself. In addition to a tutor I am a pastor at a Church in Portland Oregon. I spend...

...build on what you already know. Algebra happens to be my strong suit because I see the problems as puzzles, and I share my enthusiasm to "play the game" with students. My simple, yet effective, teaching style breaks down the processes that most people dread and allows the learner to feel empowered and confident. I...

...graduated college with a Bachelors in Science for Secondary Education in Social Studies, and a minor in Spanish. I tutored professionally for two years in Denver primarily in ACT/SAT test prep and Spanish. I also enjoy tutoring math subjects. With my tutoring and substituting experience, I am comfortable with a variety of subjects and grade...

...becomes blurry to students, and they give up. My goal is to show them that math is not some magical unknown subject, but has very specific rules that tell you how to get the problem done. It can be very satisfying and even beautiful when something clicks in your brain. I intend to share that...

...State University. I am Math/Science teacher, and I tutor. Generally, I tutor inorganic Chemistry, basic math, geometry, algebra, philosophy, psychology, reading comprehension, and study Skills. I have experienced tutoring with students of different ages including college, high school, middle school, and elementary school. Science and Mathematics were my favorite since elementary school, and I used...

...Then I taught English as a second language to young Korean children in South Korea. Back in the US, I worked as a homeschool teacher and tutor. Now, I would love the opportunity to be your tutor. When I'm not tutoring, I'm spending time with my son, teaching or doing yoga, riding my bike, painting,...

...science fiction and fantasy novels. If Im not reading, Im most likely to be found doing something craftypainting, sculpting, crocheting, cross-stitching, etc.hanging out with my dog at the dog park, spending time with my friends and family, or writing fiction of my own. I believe in tutoring and treating each student with dignity, integrity, and...

...as well as promote the necessary skills and character traits that will serve students professionally as they ponder their future navigating a complicated, contemporary marketplace. I utilize student-centered approaches when instructing and when assessing students, working with the student to find what authentic and engaging activities will tap into the student's intrinsic motivation. I am...

...before joining I was helping my younger brother and his friends with any math problem that stumped them. Outside of tutoring, I get up to a number of different sactivities: I play video games and have a weekly D&D session; I also fence and play a variety of instruments; and if I'm not doing any...

...is influenced by my family, students, mentors and colleagues. They have influenced my teaching philosophy because of their strong approach to life and learning high academic standards for students and for themselves diversity inside and outside the classroom ability to build among their students and peers My teaching philosophy is based upon six bedrock ideas...

...Portland State University. I am currently working on my bachelor's of science in mechanical engineering degree. I currently tutor Algebra 1 through 4, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1 and Physics. My favorite subject to tutor is Calculus 1 because that is where I find mathematics to become very interesting. I believe that each student has their...

...student both work to identify strengths and weaknesses together, and discuss learning and study strategies in a collaborative manner. I find this strategy to be effective at not only helping the student learn the material, but to also developing the techniques of critical self-assessment and self-evaluation that are necessary to academic success, regardless of subject...

...me that they wished I was teaching their classes! I'm confident in my abilities to improve any struggling student's grades, and committed to ensuring their success in the classroom. Math is an intimidating subject for many, but it doesn't have to be! I really look forward to working with you, and hopefully improving your appreciation...

...these new standards. I have also tutored older students in English as a Second Language and ACT prep (mostly Reading/Writing). I LOVE teaching, reading and using rich vocabulary and would LOVE to help students deepen their understanding of the tricky (yet useful) English language. In my free time, I work on my book, spend quality...

I have worked at a number of elementary and middle schools in Portland Public and surrounding school districts. I have experience delivering curriculum, managing student behavior and fostering a supportive learning environment.

...been tutoring students from the ages of 5-12 and from 13-18 for several years. I have also worked with children who have IEP's and who have special needs. I have two children of my own who had IEP's all through their school years. I also speak Spanish. I look forward to working with your children...

...helping young people overcome these obstacles to be the best students they can be. I have prior tutoring experience through the volunteer organizations National Honor Society and Key Club. Additionally, I have also worked on my own as a private mathematics tutor and tennis coach. While I have tutored a wide range of subjects, I...

...in Special Education. I have taught various courses for the last seven years including High School Math through Algebra II, High School Language Arts, Middle School Math, Middle School Language Arts, and Robotics. I was voted our districts top tutor, having helped with credit recovery and putting an emphasis on helping students graduate. My teaching...

...classroom and a bilingual first grade classroom. I also taught second grade at the International School of Panama for two years. I am currently working part-time as a substitute teacher for Portland Public Schools. I have also tutored for a number of families over the past six years. I have tutored students in reading, writing,...

...best I can be in my studies. I'm more than willing to help someone past this first stepping stone to success and to help the community reach the 'next level' together. My patience and my ability to make a subject understandable at many different levels of thinking is a very important tutoring trait that I...