Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Tigard, OR

...with my physics department with K-12 kids, including designing experiments and walking kids through demonstrations, but I've also worked with children in small groups in a more casual environment. Despite the focus on children, I have also worked with peers in math and physics and enjoy employing many different methods of learning, such as 3D...

...Master's of Art in Teaching from Lewis and Clark College (2006) and I live in Portland, OR. My undergrad degree is in History. I am a retired (but still licensed) special education teacher. I am certified to teach SpEd, Social Studies, and ELA for K-12. I have tutored adults who are studying to pass the...

...a private tutor for over two years, focusing in writing, English, communication, humanities, study skills, organization and academic/career planning. I love finding creative ways for students to learn and apply their skills to things that interest them. I am also two years into my Master's program at University of Oregon, where I'm studying Strategic Communication...

...Language Arts. I am now working towards adding an English as a Second Language endorsement. In each of the aforementioned countries, I have tutored students between the ages of nine years old to 47 years old. My daughter who is almost three, is my newest student. I am most knowledgable in tutoring English Language Arts...

...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 a data-driven instructor who monitors and collects information constantly to ensure that a student is always on track to reach their personal goals at a...

...and have taught them in a number of different capacities. I have a great love of learning and a passion for teaching. I specialize in ESL for students who speak Mandarin and Spanish as their first language. I would describe my teaching philosophy as flexible and patient. I understand that each learner has a certain...

...essay writing, and literary analysisperfect for any junior or senior preparing for college. No matter where you're at as a reader and writer, you will come away from my tutoring sessions with an appreciation for close reading and confidence about the writing process. I break down even the trickiest concepts clearly and methodically with targeted...

...Italian history and culture, and teach conversational Italian to adults traveling to Italy. My background is in the study and instruction of Italian language, literature, history, and art, a passion I developed through studying art history (BA) and extensive stays in Tuscany and Rome. I earned a Master's degree in Romance Languages (Italian and Spanish...

...Feel free to ask me for help in any subject you have a question in. My specialties lie within biology, human physiology, healthcare, basic math, and many others! Go ahead and send me a question and I will get back to you promptly. I will always ensure that you get the best explanation. I am...

...to enhance the cognitive processes for myself and to better serve my students. I have learned ways to help my students use metacognitive strategies to grow as learners. I am a believer in the power of positive thinking and positive reinforcement. My teaching philosophy and personality reflect those beliefs. Thoughts have a unique power to create...

...which means you must learn and retain a lot of information in a short amount of time. This system taught me how to study difficult concepts effectively and quickly, and I believe I can teach students to do the same. My strengths in teaching are in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and English. I have also completed...

...creativity and fresh perspective. In pursuit of this, I've traveled around the world, visiting places like China and New Zealand. There is so much value in a diversity of experiences through different cultures and beliefs. When I returned to the United States, I decided to earn my degree. In pursuit of communicating well with others,...

I practice student-driven meetings in which I offer resources, support, and guidance. My students maintain agency over their work in order to enhance confidence in their capabilities to master material.

...of a challenge course and taught 3rd, 4th, 5th grades and coached GED students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate elementary math and the politics of history. In my experience the most powerful learning comes when a student has a concrete experience with use and labeling of strong academic...

...thing about tutoring is getting to know students to develop a positive, supportive and individualized learning experience. In addition to English Language Arts, I also teach Music and Visual Art. I teach violin and viola in my private studio, and teach K-12 art classes as a sub in Portland Public Schools, particularly for elementary school.

...District of O'ahu. I enjoy teaching every time I step into a classroom and I hope to continue educating students through Varsity Tutors. It's one of the most satisfying feelings for me to see a student truly understand something new and I love to be part of that educational process. Besides my interests in education,...

...have been tutoring ESL students after school for the last three years at the private school I teach at. While I can and do tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about phonics, language, and math. I believe that fostering the love of reading early on leads to life long learners. As...

...school for five years, providing instruction in many subjects, including history, literature, Latin, English composition, and SAT prep. Following this, I took a break from classroom teaching (as my husband and I decided to grow our family) and pursued individual tutoring opportunities in English composition and music instruction. I am now in my third year...

...former teacher's assistant taking some time off to raise my baby daughter. In 2011, I graduated with a BA in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Since then have been working with kids in various capacities. I've been a nanny and summer camp counselor at the Oregon Zoo. For the past two and a...

...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 style is interactive and engaging. I believe that tutoring is a great way to get movement to happen in a class in which you are...