Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Portland, OR

...written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher knows what teaching style works best for the student. I look forward to working with you and helping you grow in your area of need- as I have...

...that I wanted to become a teacher. The learning process fascinated me and I wanted to share my knowledge and enthusiasm with future students. Upon entering the field of education, I quickly realized that teaching was much more than bestowing information upon a room of students, to be soaked up by their sponge-like brains. I came to understand that teaching is far more complex, demanding, and rewarding than I ever imagined. Like teaching in a...

I have a deep commitment to education and exploring our world. I have studied at an intense conservatory for music as well at the esteemed Yale University. With a passion for a broad variety of subjects, I hope we can walk together on the journey of education.

...three years but then I wanted to do biomedical research. I soon began at Yale University and worked side by side with some of the top research scientists in the world. I continued there for fifteen years. I have many publications with them in some of the top scientific journals in the world. I have also been fascinated by world history and it has been a very strong interest of mine for many years. Additionally,...

I'm a history loving, multi-lingual, globetrotting teacher with 5 years experience in high school classrooms. My specialties include World History, US History, Civics, French language, French literature, Spanish 1-3, English, Essay Writing, Literature, Vocabulary, and more.

...a strong distaste for the exact sciences, often a consequence of having never been introduced to the interesting fringes of what physics and math seek to describe. My approach to tutoring is a patient, step by step process which seeks to build a students intuition from key concepts. Memorization, of all but the most elemental concepts, is unnecessary when a student can reason from a strong base upwards. This builds the core skill many students...

I strive for my students to be their best and will always push to enhance their learning. Language can be hard, but not with the right plan and the right tutor.

...at George Washington University, studying biology and theatre. I am passionate about a wide variety of subjects, but especially ecology, evolutionary biology, and theatre arts. My goal is not merely just to help students raise their test grades, but to take ownership of their learning and find joy in their academic studies. I am dedicated to helping students discover their strengths in learning and apply them to areas of difficulty. I work well with all...

...same path to success. I've met many students who have been unsure of what their path would be. I take pride in knowing students as individuals, and helping them find their own path to academic growth. I earned my Bachelor of General Studies from Eastern Connecticut State University with a Major Concentration in Sustainable Energy Management and a Minor Concentration in Political Science. My Masters of Education was earned from Sacred Heart University, majoring in...

...College studying Political Science with a certificate in Education Studies. I am most passionate about Government and Political Science courses as I not only am not only knowledgeable in the field, but genuinely enjoy discussing a majority of the topics. I've had the pleasure of teaching weekly courses on Congress and Governmental Procedures to young students, and found that hands-on, interactive learning like debates and group projects are not only fun for students, but more...

...high school and college students in multiple subjects, focusing on reading comprehension, history, study skills, and research. In addition, I worked as an administrator for colleges in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Ohio, specializing in academic advising, transfer admissions, and strategic planning for offices of enrollment management. Learning a new concept can be difficult. I never forgot what it was like to be a student (I'm right there with you now!) and the fears, hopes, and anxieties...

...to become the best they can be. I have been working in the youth development field since 2002. I have worked as a youth development specialist for local programs and as a tutor for the local school district. I am currently a senior at Central Connecticut State University seeking a dual bachelor's degree in finance and management. I plan to continue my education and earn my MBA as well. I tutor elementary and middle school...

...what we learn in the classroom connects to real-life skills we learn in laboratory settings. I plan to incorporate this into my lessons, as I have found in my own experiences that I am able to learn content more effectively when I am able to apply my knowledge to something tangible. I also want to create a safe and comfortable learning environment for students. As someone who used to be nervous to reach out to...

...middle, high school, and college level, I have a wide range of experience helping students in various subjects, including Chinese, reading, and math, which is my favorite subject.Tutoring is one of my favorite ways to help others because it is so rewarding. Helping students through their academic problems is an opportunity for me to further enhance the generation of tomorrow for success. Outside of academics, my interests include singing in my college Gospel choir, reading,...

...am here to help your student become a great learner. I am here to make connections or bridge learning with my students. I use positivity using a "growth mindset" from Carol Dweck. I celebrate the successes no matter how big. These connections sometimes take a little bit longer than others...that is OK. I believe in all my students' potential. My approach to teaching is a bit more creative and more directed at the needs of...

Hi my name is Kelsey and I'm excited to work with you! I'm a college student at Stony Brook University pursing a degree in Psychology and Public Health, I'm also working on my associates degree in Biology. I graduated high school in 2017 and was a member of the National Honors Society and the World Language Honors Society. I look forward to working with you.

...up my master's program at Relay Graduate School for Education in New Haven, CT. I am originally from New Jersey, and have been living in Connecticut for a year now; so far I love it here! I enjoy working with student's from all backgrounds and all ages. My favorite age group(s) to work with are grades seven through twelve. I am going to be a high school English teacher, so that is my passion. I...

...I received my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a pre-med track. I am currently a grad student at the Yale School of Public Health. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have instructed SAT/ACT classes for low-income students in the Los Angeles area. I truly believe that education is the gateway to success. It is my teaching philosophy to ensure that each student has individualized attention. I work to enhance a student's strengths and...

...see me in my photo walking the ruins of a 4th century synagogue, examining the carved stone work. Breaking down a language into its basic grammatical parts is something I very much enjoy, and I hope I can be of help to anyone who needs it. Explaining works of art - and studying for the AP art history exams 250 works! - is, for me, an absolute delight and strength of mine!

...and high school teacher and advisor for the last four years! I have always had a passion for education, and after graduating from Providence College in 2020 with a B.A. in Political Science, I found myself living in Thailand and working as a full time Social Studies and English teacher. A year later, I began working at a new school back in the U.S. where I had the opportunity to teach a wide variety of...