Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Vancouver, WA

...the ability to succeed when given the right tools, support, and encouragement. I offer support in reading, writing, math, and beginner's ukulele. While I enjoy tutoring all subjects, math holds a special place for me because it allows students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential for their future success. My teaching philosophy centers around creating a student-centered environment that fosters growth mindsets, critical thinking, and cultural responsiveness. I believe in the...

...with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction. I lived and traveled around East Asia for ten years before coming back to Oregon in the US. I have taught English language, Humanities subjects (Language Arts and Social Studies) and a range of electives including speech and debate, coding, and creative writing. One of my favorite teaching experiences was with IB curriculum. It reflects my teaching philosophy that inquiry is at the heart of deep learning. In...

...children learn best when provided with real world, hands-on experiences that are challenging and collaborative. Students are capable of more than they know and will push their own perceived limits when given a supportive learning environment. My goal is to provide this environment to students whether I am working with them 1:1 through tutoring, or in small or large groups in the classroom. Lessons should help children not only learn facts, but help them make...

I am a second year naturopathic medical student. I'm originally from the Midwest. Whenever I have time, I love reading, running and cooking! I also enjoy hiking and exploring the PNW as much as I can.

...out of their pre-set roles decided by their families, and started adapting and questioning both what they had known previously, and what we were showing them. After a wonderful 4 years, I decided to return to Oregon, my home, but I want to continue my own education even as I continue to help others. I still greatly enjoy working with others as they learn communication skills and gain confidence as they become more fluent. I...

...intrigued about the subject. I think encouraging that first step is crucial, and it helps these lessons become ones that we remember years after their first introduction. Alongside the motivational factor, it helps to know that, if you are terrible at taking tests, that is totally okay! Not every personality type connects with tests well, and I try to explain to my students some tricks they can use to make tests or assessments less intimidating....

...an M.A. in German from UC Berkeley, where I taught college German and received training in foreign language pedagogy. I love to learn, I am drawn to travel, and the experiences I have had enrich my work as a tutor. For me, tutoring is about more than making the grade or getting the right score; I always strive to foster insights and new skills that will help my students take charge of their own education.

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.

I am a certified teacher with over ten years of experience in Elementary and Middle School. I enjoy teaching various subjects with success.

I am a writer and freelance editor living and working in Portland, OR. I’ve spent the bulk of the last decade studying Philosophy, English, Cybertheory, and Professional Writing at Portland State University. I favor science-fiction (particularly military and cyberpunk) but generally enjoy any story that is interesting and well told. I also enjoy writing and editing for the screen– it is not the medium that intrigues me, but the content.

...of the things I enjoy most is watching people learn and helping to facilitate the process of learning. So many good things happen when a student develops an understanding of something new, academic or otherwise. Learning always involves closing the gap between where a student is and where they want to be. A teacher, or tutor, needs to know the steps that are involved in closing this gap. This takes creativity, which is what makes...

...teaching children which enables me to instill confidence, self-esteem and an optimistic attitude in each student for the subject they are working in. I work in a positive, nurturing and diligent manner to support students with varied needs to access the subjects they need improvement and practice in. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Portland State University with a major in Arts and Letters, which is a fancy way of saying that I...

...and adult learners. I love to help students explore their interests and hone their writing skills in English, but I am also here to help learners of French as well. I studied abroad in Poitiers, France, which was one of the most enlightening and fantastic experiences in my life. My chance to spend a portion of my college education in another country is just one example of how education enriches a life. When I have...

...of all abilities. I have had lengthy experience tutoring math, writing, psychology and literature. I've also helped prep for standardized tests including ACT, SAT, PSAT, SOL, Praxis, GED and general GRE. I went to college on a academic scholarship focusing primarily on psychology and medicine. I have a zeal for helping others understand tough subject matter specific to their ability. I am passionate about presenting a new perspective on the unfamiliar. Thank you for your...

...My name is Emilie and I'm a 2014 graduate of Barnard College. I have a B.A. in sociology and plan to enroll in graduate school to study public policy next fall. I've been tutoring French and writing for the past year, and I'm passionate about guiding people as they learn foreign languages or hone their ideas in writing. I speak French and Spanish, and I'm studying German at the moment. If you're locally based, I...

...pursuing a Masters Degree with the intention to teach in Public Education. I have experience as an 8th Grade Language Arts teacher and worked as an administrative tutor and mentor consultant for the Writing Center at Washington State University. My focus as a tutor is to ensure a comfortable environment for students so that they may strive without the fear of failure and provide everything I can so that we can reach the goals of...

...camp on Orcas Island. I was lucky enough to interact and teach campers of all ages, and continued to explore teaching at school. More often than not I found myself helping friends and fellow classmates with papers and general questions about the texts we covered in class. I hope to share my passion and knowledge with other students of all ages through Varsity Tutors. In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, running, and playing...

...throughout the session. I believe that education is the backbone to a healthy life, community, and makes for a better world. In my spare time, I love to travel and write music. I play basketball every Sunday night and I love hiking and the outdoors. I love to make people laugh and I love it when people can make me laugh. I always try to make things as personal as possible. Most of all, I...

...environments as well as with general and special education (ADHD) students. A core belief that drives me is that I have an inexhaustible hope that everyone is capable of improvement.My recent career history consists primarily of mental health service and care provider experience, although I plan to one day enter into a career involving teaching or therapy. I would characterize my tutoring style as patient, collaborative, resourceful/creative and optimistic. For fun I enjoy running and...

...Other than cooking, each of these hobbies have been a part of my life since I was a kid and continue to partake in them whenever I can. Cooking has been a recent development for me, and I have found a lot of enjoyment and practical use for it. Additionally, I little bit about me is that I like to think I'm a very funny, joking, nonjudgmental, caring, kind, hardworking, and honest individual. I hope...