Top PSAT Tutors serving Hillsboro

Ezra: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...worked as a peer tutor at Reed, but my tutoring experience goes back to my high school years, to when I volunteered to tutor elementary school and middle school students struggling with their schoolwork, and realized how significant a tutor can be in a student's life. Ever since that time I have been passionate about tutoring. I have worked with students of all ages and skill levels, in my volunteer work, as a private tutor,...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Ron: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...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 chess.
Education & Certification
Portland State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
University of Pennsylvania - PHD, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 710

Marilyn: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...Classics. I came to Portland five years ago all the way from New York city and fell in love with the community and landscape of the Pacific Northwest. I worked as a peer tutor in high school and college, and have tutored English, Math, Reading, Writing, Attic Greek, Latin, and Humanities. I also spent five years as a Hebrew School teacher where I worked with elementary age children teaching basic Hebrew and Jewish studies. I'm...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Classics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Jared: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Cinema Studies. I enjoy tutoring because I understand firsthand the difficulties of preparing for college and the rigorousness of high school coursework, and as such am committed to 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...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Libby: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor 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...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800

Emily: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...of Business at Fordham University studying on academic scholarship. A recent transfer from the Pre-Medicine program, Miss Couch is now a candidate for her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a primary concentration in Economics and a secondary concentration in Healthcare Management. Miss Couch is interested in pharmaceutical and prosthetic sales as well as commercial banking, preferably in the healthcare sector. As a current Sophomore, Miss Couch is actively seeking an internship in the...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 33

Daniel: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...I live in Portland, Oregon. I currently work overnight at homeless shelters, and hope to tutor consistently in my spare time. This fall, I will transfer into Reed College to study philosophy as a junior. I have taken the last four years off of school to travel, handle some medical issues, work hard, and do some soul-searching. I enjoy reading and writing, being outside and active, cooking and eating good food, playing guitar, climbing rock...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Current Undergrad, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Anne: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...started teaching piano in 9th grade, working with neighbors in my local community. In college, I joined a group called the Experimentors who taught K-12 science and math. We traveled to various schools throughout Boston after class and organized curriculums for different subjects and age groups. However, I was always drawn more to teaching one-on-one, where I could form a relationship and really tailor my teaching style to the students' way of thinking and approaching...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biophysics
San Francisco Conservatory of Music - Masters, Composition

CJ: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...in math, English, and Spanish. Throughout high school, I TA'd Hebrew, Jewish American History, and Torah studies at Sunday school. I spent every summer working at summer camps, where I helped teach science and art history. In college, I tutored French and American Politics. I believe that teaching material to others is the best way to learn. So, for me, tutoring has always been intrinsically entwined with my own studies and thirst for knowledge. As...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Politics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760

Corinn: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...and Biochemistry from the University of Oregon, where I also lead the ballroom dance and type 1 diabetes clubs for a number of years. I am currently working on earning my Medical Assistant certification and studying for the MCAT in anticipation of applying to medical school. My day job is at RISE Services as a Direct Support Professional working with kids and adults with developmental disabilities to help them accomplish their personal goals. This is...
Education & Certification
University of Oregon - Bachelor of Science, Physiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Verbal: 700

Emily : Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...one-on-one dynamic of the tutoring session to be more personally satisfying and more conducive to lasting learning. Being able to tailor the tutoring session to the needs of the individual studentbe those needs related to the material itself, to gaps in the student's knowledge base, or to their individual learning styleresults in exciting, tangible gains. My tutoring philosophy emphasizes building students' self-confidence by breaking assignments down into manageable parts, providing as much guidance as necessary,...
Education & Certification
Queen Mary College London UK - Bachelor in Arts, English
Portland State University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Verbal: 780

Melanie: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...voice, dreams, cares, goals, and hopes need some support along the way. My desire is to help you do the hard stuff so you can succeed. I will try to make learning fun, using my creative skills. After working in Art/Graphic Design/Advertising/Marketing for over 25 years, I also earned a degree to instruct students in ESL (English as a Second Language). I will enjoy helping you if I see you putting the work in to...
Education & Certification
Portland Community College - Associate in Science, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Caroline: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
As a certified K-12 teacher, I hold a deep belief that all students are capable of learning. My job as an educator is to help young people navigate the barriers that have prevented them from finding joy and feeling successful in their education.
Education & Certification
Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, African American Studies
Middlebury College - Master of Arts, English

Zoe: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
I began my career in education as a tutor and have since tutored and taught hundreds of students. I have tutored and taught English literature, composition, reading, technical writing, standardized test prep, ESL, and French. I love working with students and finding ways to help them best understand the material.
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of New Mexico - Master of Arts, Rhetoric and Composition
GRE Verbal: 166

Ben: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...where I majored in Cognitive Science and minored in Spanish/Hispanic Studies. In college, I played two years of DIII lacrosse, sang in an a cappella group, studied abroad for a semester in Madrid, and was the co-chair of my major committee. With a faculty member in the physics department, I worked on a project analyzing the intersection of physics education, cognitive science, and contemplative practice (e.g., meditation). My senior thesis was a critical evaluation of...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelors, Cogntive Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Cory: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...Washington last year and I have been tutoring math and physics for the past 4 years. While contemplating career options, I realized that the highlight of my day was always my tutoring shift. Life has been far more enriching with both an education and the opportunity to assist others with their education. Additionally, the world we are entering is more demanding of critical thinking skills than ever, so it would be remiss of us not...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Cole: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
Good knowledge. A little fun. Lessons with a spark. I'm interested in the story behind things; I never overlook the students and the need to find the ways the material interests them. I have an excellent grasp of things and I can adapt my instruction to apply to every student's individual interests. So, let's have fun.
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Xiansheng: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid (Albert Einstein) ." Every student can learn, just not in the same way or day. I understand and have experienced that feeling of frustration and confusion while learning due to a "cookie-cut tutor". Therefore, after all these years of tutoring, I highly value the differences (race, gender, ethnicity, learning styles/speeds) between my students. The essence of my tutoring...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450

Dylan: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...looking to serve others so that they can have access to the same opportunities I do. Since middle school I've pushed myself towards academic excellence, joining the National Honor Society in high school and receiving a Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Program. I finished high school as an AP Scholar with Distinction, an award given by CollegeBoard. I believe that education is at the heart of the American Dream is crucial for...
Education & Certification
Lewis Clark College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 760

Sophia: Hillsboro PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Hillsboro, OR
...Linguistics. I have prior experience working with children ages 6-11 on reading, writing, and math skills. I also worked as a peer tutor in Humanities, writing and Phonetics during my time as an undergrad. I tutor a wide range of subjects, including Elementary reading, writing, and math, as well as PSAT and SAT test prep. I am also available to help with every step of the academic writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to final...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 700
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