Award-Winning Psychology Tutors serving Beaverton, OR

...University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where, I got my B.A. in Psychology and Mathematics with Education Specialization. I received my MS in the Teaching of Mathematics degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign this past Spring. I did student teaching at multiple high schools in the Twin Cities area in Minnesota. At both University of Minnesota and University of Illinois, I taught and tutored students of diverse backgrounds for a large variety of math courses,...

...and cognitive psychologist who studies learning. I tutor because I'm passionate about helping people to learn. However, my primary focus is my work and research. My ideal client is highly motivated, but having trouble finding the right way to move forward. They understand the basics, but are having trouble putting it all together. If you're stuck but determined to keep trying to understand and succeed, I'd love to help you get through the wall.

My vision is to dynamically empower individuals, families and communities to achieve overall wellness.

...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 the...

...matter what a district will demand, my students come first. When a students mental health is addressed and answered for, their identity validated, learning flows like no other. We are programmed to learn, excited to learn, sometimes we just have to convince the students that the material they are to learn is pertinent to them. This have proven true, no matter the age of population. This idea has always remained true; treat the students as...

I believe that learning is the most important aspect of having the ability to teach. I believe in foundation and follow through. I believe in people, and as we work together, hand-in- hand, we can achieve this.

...me to tutor your student(s) on academic subjects that matter, and to accomplish one of my goals for any student I teach or tutor: to encourage and promote a healthy, well-rounded, educated young person. My background is in business (retired CEO) and early childhood education (Foster Parent of over 120 kids 8-18). My five degrees cover a dbl bachelors and dbl masters: Organizational Dynamics (AA), Psychology, Counseling, Human Development, Global Studies Anthropology, and Psychoneuroimmunology.

After working for what seems as a lifetime in healthcare administration, I realized that much of my role in leadership was education. It brings me sincere joy to assist others in learning new concepts through the style that best meets the student's style.

...I have come to absolutely love it. I really like working with young people, not least because they intuitively understand as I do that learning should be fun and that few great things are accomplished without a laugh or two along the way; ultimately, however, it is about learning and personal growth, and nothing I have ever done professionally comes close to the satisfaction I feel when a student describes a goal, works toward that...

I am student - centered and have been teaching for almost 30 years! Yikes! I know my stuff and collaborate with my learners to create a plan that meets their goals and increases their knowledge.

...of language to communicate ideas. I'm always energized by the exchange of ideas that takes place during a tutoring session, and by the challenge of discovering how each student's mind can best grasp a concept. As a writer of fiction and screenplays, my favorite tutoring assignments involve helping students with their own writing projects. It delights me to see them overcome mental blocks and discover the joys of language and self-expression. I've helped thousands of...

I am an economics major at MHCC, and will be attending Portland State University in the Fall. My main goal is inspiring students to think critically of their education. Learning is the journey, and having the right mindset is the map.

...I've had an interesting experience with tutoring in the past and someday I hope to get more involved in the realm of education. When taking standardized tests and studying for classes, I found myself breaking down many problems to their core components, and after finding similar patterns with the types of questions asked, I realized how I could easily excel in standardized tests. After a summer teaching English in China and a whole school year...

Hello! I am a Social Studies, Language Arts and AVID teacher. I really enjoy traveling, food, running, volleyball and hiking. I am a visual learner, I like to be able to see things and I also really like graphic organizers to help keep track of information but I understand that everyone learns differently and I have a lot of strategies for different types of learners!... In a first session, I like to get right into what...

...college, I worked with Upward Bound – an incredible federal program that tutors and mentors high schoolers aspiring to be first generation college students. During my career, I’ve mentored students through several programs in the Greater New York Area. Whether it is as a tutor, coach or mentor – students have always been a part of my life as a professional and volunteer. My educational background is a BA in Political Psychology from Claremont McKenna...

...fromchildren to adults. For example, in the course ofteaching one semester (Sixth-grade) while at St. Helen's Catholic School (Southgate, CA) in theLos Angeles, California area, I had the opportunity to interact withchildren ofmanyethnic backgrounds. Later on Iworked for Professional Tutors of America asan Academic Tutor (Yorba Linda, CA). I was also employed by a local tutoring center, more specifically, The Enrichment Center II (La Habra, CA), to mentiona few of the positions whichI have held...

...an exceptional learner all my life. Yet, it's my experience in working with children and in tutoring others that makes me an effective teacher. As a Child Care Assistant at Play Boutique and a Youth Soccer Coach at the Lake Oswego Soccer Club, I learned valuable skills in how to effectively teach young learners. I've had experience with tutoring, too, as a volunteer with the National Honors Society. This made me realize how rewarding it...

Hi! My name is Kaliko Jones! I'm currently pursuing a Masters Degree in School Counseling. I have a wealth of experience teaching and tutoring from the simplest subjects to many that are more difficult and complex. My strengths include Mathematics and hard sciences - IE Biology, Physics, Chemistry. I am also an excellent writer and can help to edit papers! Whatever you need, I'm happy to help!

...country, I always come back to my hometown, Portland, Oregon. After earning a partial International Baccalaureate degree, I moved to England to pursue a science degree when I was eighteen. While I was there, however, I realized that I needed to focus on my true passion, writing. I came home and earned my BA in English with a minor in writing at Portland State University. Then, I took a few years off from school and...

I am a passionate, patient and experienced professional that loves to help people develop and reach their goals. I work with each person to individualize the most efficient and effective plan on their learning journey. My social services background is a valuable asset I bring into my tutoring role because I am able to assess and meet people where they are and build from that.