Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors in Hillsboro, OR

...my school's tutoring center. Since then, I've developed a passion for tutoring. I find a lot of beauty in topics from Mathematics to Literature to Latin, and I love finding new ways to explain complex topics to students. I have a degree in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Math, but I also have an extensive background in Latin Language, standardized test preparation, grammar, and writing. I'm currently pursuing a Master's Degree in writing, in an...

...long as they are given the tools for success. I aim to turn every "I can't" into "I know I can." I want to instill in my students a confidence in their own academic abilities and a true love of learning. I like to work with a student's unique skills to help them master new or difficult material. My ultimate goal is to help my students truly comprehend the material, and be able to apply...

...to realize that every individual student is different. My tutoring philosophy is that tutoring should by no means follow a one-size-fits-all approach. In my tutoring practice I focus on treating students as unique individuals, determining what is effective for each student, and getting to know each student's particular academic needs and goals. When it comes to SAT prep, I believe that understanding the material is always more important than simply understanding the test. I teach...

...always enjoyed math. I enjoy being able to help others understand it. And I feel gratified when I can relieve the stress a student is feeling about not getting the math they have to do for a class or test. Outside of math, I have a degree in psychology and am very interested in the topic. In my spare time, I also like hiking, mountain climbing, table tennis, running, reading, Ethiopian and Thai restaurants, and...

...principles, you can learn to apply them to more complex problems. Theres no better feeling than the absolute certainty of understanding a problem all the way through, and I enjoy helping students come to that same realization. I like to have a whiteboard or lots of paper to work out problems because in my mind, its important to play around with the problem in order to best understand it. In my spare time, I love...

...information, learning or pleasure or it is writing and speaking about the ideas that a student has developed in working out a problem, all of these activities are integral parts of math and science work. However, my ultimate goal as a tutor is to have a positive influence on some part of each of my students' lives that helps them toward becoming capable and independent adults. The primary objective of teaching young people is to...

...language arts, as well as health and psychology. After graduating from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Anthony went on to obtain his Education Specialist degree in School Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Over the past decade, Anthony has devoted his time to helping students of all ages and with various learning needs to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Anthony has worked in various educational roles including...

...a diversity of people, but I have also had the chance to work as part of a team in many different settings. From helping 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...

...providing them with a strong base of mathematical and scientific knowledge. I understand the frustration of feeling lost in a subject and I hope to painlessly work through your present struggle to help you conquer new skills. You CAN do this! A little more about me... I have always enjoyed math, but let's be honest, it's still just math. Growing up in Florida, I was fascinated by thunderstorms and hurricanes. This led me to pursue...

...Western Oregon University. I tutored for two years in a campus tutoring center at Chemeketa Community College and have also done private tutoring. I tutor various levels of math, from elementary to calculus and I will be expanding my selection as I take more classes. When I tutor, my goal is to give students the confidence to do math on their own. My philosophy is to make sure that the subject is understood well enough...

...something new and I love to be part of that educational process. Besides my interests in education, my hobbies include playing the drums and playing basketball. I have played basketball for most of my life and I still love the sport. As for drums, I own my own drum kit as well as a cajon drum and a bongo drum. I love to listen and play music with my friends whenever I get the chance....

I have tutored all levels of students in many different math courses. I can tailor your learning style to my tutoring and help you achieve your goals.

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.

...person, which allows me to make connections with students and ensure that they feel comfortable expressing when they are confused and what they need help with instead of feeling intimidated. As a physics major, I have knowledge in the sciences, but my liberal arts education has allowed me to refine my reading, writing and language skills. I studied abroad for a semester in the Dominican Republic, as well as participated in two language immersion programs...

...areas that the student is struggling in. Usually a visual aid accompanying the problem is how I like to teach. Using videos and open discussion are also good methods. Often times engagement in both verbal and written activities at the same time are great ways to learn a new subject. I enjoy quantum computing and chemistry, as well as spending my time traveling. I am tutoring for Varsity Tutors in hopes that I can continue...

...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 and fun. I look forward to working with...

...studied Physics and I'm now a research assistant in an academic Biophysics lab in Portland. I love getting to do physics every day and I love being able to share my enthusiasm for math and science with students. I am interested in working with elementary school through college-level students. Whatever your level, I'll be working to help you understand how to approach problem solving so that you can feel confident approaching learning material and working through...

...tutored the last two years in college accounting courses. I love seeing students grow academically and gain confidence from understanding something they had previously struggled with. I believe in helping guide students to reach the answers on their own to promote independent success in the future. Ive tutored a range of students with different learning styles and each of them has left feeling successful and confident to tackle their next courses. I want to be...

...ranging from kindergarten through seniors in high school. I have also tutored a diverse number of subjects, but most of my hours have gone into reading, writing, math and test prep. I love meeting new students and working with them to aid in a better learning experience. Making sessions fun is important (whether we are in person or online), and it will make our time working together more enjoyable. I'm looking forward to working with...

...and engineering courses. Being passionate about teaching I am involved in working as a part time tutor. I have taught math from algebra, geometry to calculus II and difference equations. Teaching is not just passing the knowledge but inspiring students to learn and to be a problem solver. I also taught my three sons in their Math courses from middle school to high school. Michael graduated from Oxford University in UK, Fred and Felix are...