Top Reading Tutors serving Vancouver
Libby: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...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 attempt to balance my education between the arts...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800
Michelle: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...passion have been to focus on mentoring learning, from clarifying and breaking down the steps in algebra problems to revealing and instructing on the fundamentals of grammar. My educational positions include years of teaching international folk dance to middle schoolers, which involves learning geography and social studies, tutoring in middle-school and high-school classrooms, teaching English as a second language to adults, and one-on-one tutoring in Math and Language Arts. I tutor Math up through Algebra...
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Oregon State University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Marilyn: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...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 what they have learned when encountering new problems and questions. When I'm not working I spend my time hiking at the Sandy River Delta with my husky puppy, Kili, or whipping up new vegan recipes. I love to read, especially modern fiction...
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Reed College - Bachelors, Classics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Luke: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...I studied architecture, and I intend to pursue a master's degree, but for the time being, I want to work and enjoy going new places. I just moved to Portland, OR from Washington D.C., and I am excited to see what the West Coast has to offer. I love learning and teaching, and I am excited to share what I know of standardized tests, the English language, and of writing overall. I tutored for two...
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Architecture
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Ezra: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...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 specific testing strategies and tricks, but I ensure that at the heart of my tutoring is the academic material itself. A student who simply masters the strategies and tricks might do great on the SAT, but the student who understands the material will...
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Reed College - Bachelors, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Madeleine: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...Program of Liberal Studies (PLS). PLS is a renowned Great Books program that aims to perfect the student's ability to think critically in a variety of disciplines, such as literature, philosophy, and history. In PLS, great emphasis is placed on formulating deep and effective arguments and presenting them clearly in a technically correct manner, both in class and through my written work. Consequently, I have had much practice writing and editing my own work as...
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University of Notre Dame - Current Undergrad, Program of Liberal Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Aaron: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...received my Bachelor's degree in Literature at Texas A&M University. I've tutored students of different ages and backgrounds for several years. I focus primarily on the reading and writing portions of standardized tests, as well as English school subjects. The subjects I enjoy teaching most are test prep, essay writing, and literary analysisperfect for any junior or senior preparing for college. No matter where you're at as a reader and writer, you will come away...
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San Francisco State University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
SAT Verbal: 700
Emily: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...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 latter fields. Miss Couch graduated from Jesuit High...
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Fordham University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 33
Rebecca: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...over a decade of teaching experience, including five years dedicated specifically to special education, I bring a deep understanding of diverse learning styles and needs to every tutoring session. I hold a Master's Degree in Special Education and Elementary Education, and I am currently completing my Doctorate in School Psychology. My background uniquely equips me to support students not only academically, but also emotionally and socially. I believe that every child is capable of success...
Education & Certification
Western Governors University - Master's/Graduate, Elementary Education
Capella University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), School Psychology
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Athena: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...Performance and a Master of Arts degree in English from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA, as well as endorsements in Language Arts and History. Other education includes a Bachelor of Religious Education degree from Prairie Bible College in Three Hills, Alberta, Canada and coursework at the Summer Institute of Linguistics at Trinity Western University in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. I tutor in English, Language Arts, History, Drama, Reading, Creative Writing, Study Skills and Organization,...
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Prairie Bible College - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Education
Central Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Central Washington University - Master of Arts, English
Logan: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...talking about math and science! I spent the past two years in Mozambique teaching 11th and 12th grade physics and computer technology with the U.S. Peace Corps. Prior to moving abroad, I graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from Oregon State University. As a tutor and mentor, I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential and overcome any obstacles that are in their way of academic success. I look forward to working...
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Oregon State University - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Engineering
Caitlyn: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...received bachelors degrees in biology and botany. I also earned my certification as a Wilderness First Responder while living in Corvallis. Since graduating, I've been working as teacher, helping elementary- and middle-school-aged children in all subjects. I've also tutored at the college level, focusing primarily on essay writing. Through all of my experiences, my favorite subjects have been early-level science and upper-level writing. I'm a strong believer that education can be fun, and address learning...
Education & Certification
Oregon State University - Bachelors, Biology, Botany
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Heidi: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
I love teaching, and I've been doing it my whole life. My favorite things to teach are ESL, English, and writing. I also can help you with politics, government, and more. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, United States Government and Politics
California State University-Dominguez Hills - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Ben: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...and adult men in psycho-educational groups have taught me that people learn best when they are intrinsically motivated and feel that they are in the driver's seat of their learning process. As such, my job as a tutor is to support, ask questions, and be a sounding board for learners to coach them through their own process of discovery and integration. My high school and college education gave me a broad, interdisciplinary background, which makes...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelors, Cogntive Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33
Sabrina: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...am currently working on my Bachelors. I have spent the last 16 years teaching students of all ages and have found it to be incredibly rewarding. While I have tutored students in all core subjects, the subjects I am most I am most passionate about are reading and writing. During the Covid shutdown I taught over a dozen children who all passed their classes with flying colors. I am a firm proponent of education, believing...
Education & Certification
Austin Peay State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Krista: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
My name is Krista. I am a licensed teacher and have been teaching for 13 years and would love to tutor your child or children. I currently work as a teacher with the Portland Public Schools. I am available after 3:30 on weekdays and all day on weekends. I love to work with children of all ages. I look forward to meeting with you soon!
Education & Certification
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, English
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Camille: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...degree, I worked as a tutor for student athletes. I have continued to train and educate others in various positions across employment fields. I firmly believe in adapting my teaching style to the needs of the individual student. I tutor a range of subjects, mainly focusing in the writing and reading areas. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (fiction and nonfiction), yoga, going on adventures with my dogs, and jigsaw puzzles.
Education & Certification
University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Purdue global - Master of Arts, Criminal Justice
Anthony: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...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 teaching assistant at Helping Hand School for...
Education & Certification
Kent State University at Kent - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago - Masters in Education, School Psychology
Kassandra: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...from a variety of backgrounds, I have an excellent capacity to improve a student's writing and reading skills whether in the context of an essay or in terms of taking assessment tests. I have worked as an editor and tutor for more than five years, and I recently graduated from college myself, so I have a good idea of what your professors and instructors want in an essay. Thank you for browsing my profile!
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 31
Robin: Vancouver Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Vancouver, WA
...and after running around and having a few adventures after high school, I returned to the area and settled into college life at Sonoma State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minoring in Environmental Studies with a focus on environment-based education. I then moved up to Portland and attended the Graduate Teacher Education Program at Portland State University. I received my Master's degree in Education in 2009, and have been working...
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Psychology
Portland State University - Masters, Education
Private Reading Tutoring in Vancouver, WA
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The Common Core literacy standards have become a top priority in the US world of education. It represents the K-12 standards for what each student should be able to understand and do when they reach the end of each grade level. CCR (College and Career Readiness) standards are also important, especially if you plan to attend a university or college after graduating from high school. Then, there are other state standardized tests that you need to be prepared for as well, such as the End-of-Course exams (EOC), Measurements of Student Progress (MSP), and Smarter Balance. Tutors are a great way to review material to prepare for these exams.
All of these standardized tests require passing grades in reading. Is your reading level where you want it to be? If the answer is no, then you should look into getting a reading tutor. Varsity Tutors connects students with reading tutors who grasp the concepts of digraphs, fluency, decoding, phonological awareness, prosody, cause and effect, homophones and homographs, idioms, and compound words. Varsity Tutors can help you find a professional reading tutor in Vancouver who can offer you engaging study sessions to make the most use of your time.
How can a reading tutor help you improve your grades and overall test scores? A tutor could help you learn word recognition, which is the art of knowing words by sight. This might improve your reading speed, which speeds up how long it takes to comprehend the passage of a text. In time, with tutoring, studying, and practice, you could become a fluent reader. You could have the ability to relate what you've just read to people, places, and things you already know. All of this helps to try to improve vocabulary, reading comprehension, and overall reading skills. Contact Varsity Tutors for assistance in connecting with reading tutors near Vancouver.
To be proficient in reading, you need to understand the five pillars of reading instruction. Phonemic awareness enables you to manipulate, identify, and hear individual sounds. Phonics correlates letters, or groups of them, with sounds. Fluency helps you read quickly with accuracy. Vocabulary is the meaning behind each word. And finally, comprehension is the ability to truly understand what you read.
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