Top Japanese Tutors serving Portland
Sophie: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...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 look forward...
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Princeton University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, East Asian Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Claire : Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...lived for one year in Japan. I studied for six months in Osaka, and six months in Tokyo. While I was there I found out how much I enjoyed interacting with people from different countries and cultures, and also realized I have a passion for learning and teaching languages. I gained experience in tutoring ESL to university students, and I now currently tutor ESL for grades K-12 as a CELTA certified instructor. After my time...
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University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
University of Sheffield - Master of Arts, International and Intercultural Communication
Midori: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...available to teach high school Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. I have lots of passion to help students learning in different ways. There are 100 learning ways if there are 100 students. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Applied Mathematical Sciences from University of Connecticut and Master of Arts in Teaching (Secondary Mathematics) from University of Southern California. My main educational philosophy is that any lessons should be interesting and fun! So let's enjoy learning!!
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University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Theresa: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a professional tutor, teacher, freelance graphic designer, artist and musician. I approach my students with an openness to their learning styles. I love to study languages--especially Italian, Spanish and Japanese! I tutor in the language arts and computer arts--such as programs like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign.... In my teaching, I am always thinking of the real world application of the subject. If my students cannot use what they have learned in context, then...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelors, Fine Arts - Digital Media
Alexandre: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
Highly focused tutoring tailored around the student's specific interests, needs, and goals. 2016: BA Japanese, University of Oxford 2018: MA East Asian Studies, Yale University
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University of Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
Yale University - Master of Arts, East Asian Studies
GRE Verbal: 165
Asami: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...about teaching English. Since I learned English as my second language, I know what is difficult to non-native speakers of English well. I chose my undergrad major (Polish studies) because I love Chopin. I've been playing the piano since I was 4 years old, and received several awards at competitions including Silver Award for elementary school grade 3 at the 4th International Chopin Piano Competition in ASIA. I always respond within one day. Feel free...
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Tokyo University of Foreign Studies - Bachelor in Arts, Polish Studies
Central Connecticut State University - Masters in Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Shin: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...students in physics (specifically, mechanics and waves). Physics is my favorite subject to tutor because while it is more difficult to demonstrate phenomena from other subjects such as organic chemistry, physics is a very prevalent science, so even by rolling my pencil off of a table, I can easily demonstrate physics concepts to my students. For me, hearing "Oh, that makes so much more sense now!" from the students whom I tutor makes my job...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
John: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...studied Typography. Also while attending school in Japan, I worked part time and eventually full time at an English Language school. Upon finishing my Master's, I decided to stay in Japan and pursue my career there and found my first job at Japan's largest advertising agency Dentsu. About a year later, I was later recruited to join Dentsu's sister company The Goal which is a fashion advertising agency. I spent about 10 years living in...
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University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design
Kiana: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
I like literature and performing arts most in life. I tend to incorporate both into classes to blend into textbook work. If you're looking for a more creative approach to language, that's what I provide. I have plenty of books and media that I've used myself to further my own studies.... I believe in going with the flow of nature. One must walk before they can run and crawl before they can walk.... I like to...
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University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelors, Asian Studies
Sam: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...three semesters and saw how I could gently encourage making the subject “one’s own” in a friendly, supportive way. I’m patient and flexible when it comes to changing my approach based on a student’s particular learning needs. Rather than simply showing my method for solutions, I make note of how students tackle problems, and their thinking gives me guidance concerning strategies that will improve on their own methods. I enjoy the challenge of finding novel...
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Whitman College - Bachelor in Arts, Astronomy-Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780
Briana: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...have worked for the last year and a half as a tutor of students grades 4th-12th in math, English, reading skills, study skills, and English and reading ACT prep. My specialty in math is in helping students who struggle with the abstract nature of math to understand why the steps are the way they are, and in helping to improve the student's fluency with math vernacular. Because I come from a verbal background, I work...
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Michigan State University - Bachelors, English
ACT Reading: 32
John: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can find great joy in academics once they discover the individual approach that works for them. I see it as my job to help them find that path. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, running, travel, and reading. I am also a section editor for the Los...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Cori: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...in Economics and Japanese. I was a TA for Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism at MIT, and I tutored in math and science in high school. I scored a perfect score on the SAT Math section twice, and have taken 11 AP tests with an average score of 4.7. I believe the best way to learn math is through challenging problems, and gaining confidence in yourself when you find that you understand those problems. I...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Joseph: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...We can make general methods to teach many students a bit, but to really learn something, the learning process has to become more personal. I always try to take a preliminary period with my students why they want to learn or to improve in something. By understanding what they want from tutoring, I can tailor my lessons to how they learn so they will get the most out of their time with me. After all,...
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Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelors, Communication Studies
Koki: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
I recently moved to D.C. after graduating from Brown University with a B.S. in Chemical Biology. While in college, I had the opportunity to become a teaching assistant for both introductory and upper-level biochemistry courses, which I truly enjoyed. By using the insights I have gained through my experience as a teaching assistant, I would love to help students out by facilitating their learning process. I look forward to hearing from and meeting you!
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 720
Desiree: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...Fall 2017. My concentration includes methodologies in teaching English, both Modern English Grammar and teaching English to non-native speakers. My GPA within the linguistics program is 3.95 and my overall GPA is 3.8. With full marks in writing and speech as well, I can offer a well-rounded approach to written and spoken communication. Lastly, with a background in Japanese, I have successfully completed 15 credits worth of Japanese with a 4.0, and an average of...
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Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Linguistics (minor TESOL)
Josh: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...social, cultural, and global issues rather than merely as a subject to read, write, and memorize. My teaching philosophy is centered on encouraging students to use all of their senses in the learning process. I know from professional and personal experiences that experiential learning is critical in order for students to process, retain, and synthesize new information. In Macedonia, for two years, I had the freedom to take calculated and creative risks in the classroom...
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Occidental College - Bachelors, Diplomacy and World Affairs
University of San Francisco - Masters, Asia Pacific Studies
Brandon: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...Spanish and Japanese language students, but I am actually most passionate about English and reading and would love more experience working with students to enfranchise them with the power of literacy. I derive happiness from seeing others grow and contributing to the lifelong process of education, so I find tutoring to be an appropriate outlet for this passion. In my free time, I enjoy reading short stories and writing my own prose.... I am a proponent...
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University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Current Undergrad, English
Rachel: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 33
Julian: Portland Japanese tutor
Certified Japanese Tutor in Portland, OR
...students gain confidence in their reading and writing skills. I tutor reading and writing (at an elementary school and ESL level), and I also teach the Reading and Writing sections of the SAT. I am a native English speaker and have received in A's in all of my college-level writing classes thus far. Every student has different strengths and learning styles, so I always welcome any resources or suggestions that can make our sessions even...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
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Japanese is a beautiful and unique language that has different qualities than English, which can make it tricky to learn at first. Sentence order in Japanese is "subject, object, verb," whereas English tends to use the form of "subject, verb, object." If you are planning on traveling to Japan for business or starting a Japanese course, a Portland Japanese tutor can provide the support you're looking for.
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