Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Portland, OR

...at UConn. This is my fifth year tutoring and I pride myself in building relationships with the students that I tutor. I also think in tutoring that it's super important to meet students where they are-- whether that means revisiting material that they learned years ago but are unsure of or going beyond what is being learned in the classroom and helping them expand their knowledge. I have experience giving both studying and test taking...

...learning programs for disadvantaged children across the US. Consecutively, I tutored Spanish to college students who were studying a foreign language as a requirement or students who were majoring in it. Even though language is the main subject I focused on, I am passionate about History, Basic Math, Art, and AP Literature. I enjoy preparing students for SAT and college admissions. I was a Peer Mentor for the introductory course "The Art of Everyday Life"...

...I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about ASVAB preparation, Bar Exam Preparation, English, Literature, History, Civics, and Mathematics. In my experience helping middle school math students, I was able to make the lessons fun and show students why math is important for everyday life which led to increased student engagement. I am a firm proponent of education as a first-generation college graduate, believing it to be necessary for an improved...

...a middle school music classroom, helping individuals one-on-one in a multitude of subjects, and so much more! Through these experiences, I have learned the importance of meeting students exactly where they are. As a tutor, my goal is to establish a sturdy platform of knowledge and learning strategies for the student. Figuring out exactly what they already know and making clear connections to what they need to know does two important things: builds their confidence...

...I have privately tutored in Algebra II, ESL, and SAT prep. After my love of languages comes my love of math. My mom is a high school math teacher and raised me to be a math nerd just like her. I try to overcome people's distaste of math by making it fun. Above all, I focus on test-taking and study strategies, something that I feels is overlooked by schools. I promote life-long learning, encouraging my...

...all ages in Spanish, and I have also worked as a Spanish to English translator for several large companies. I have studied Spanish since eighth grade, so I understand the challenges involved in learning a new language, and I love to see students begin to understand Spanish in ways they may have never thought possible. I am an effective Spanish tutor mainly because I have studied and have possibly even stumbled over the same concepts...

I am an award-winning teacher with over 40 years of experience. I have a bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree in Spanish, and have studied, lived and traveled in the Spanish-speaking world. I love it when my students improve their Spanish with my help, and am even more thrilled when they catch some of my love for Spain and Latin America.

...on May of 2013. The certification will be from kindergarten to 12th grade. I also work as a translator. I love teaching my language in a very active way. I really believe every person has a particular method to learn. It is up to the teacher to discover it, and to incentive the learning process using puzzles, games, songs, etc. in the target language. In my free time, I enjoyed listening to music, cooking, and...

...on both coasts as well as while living in South America. I love working one-on-one with students, meeting the challenges of discovering what strategies work best with each student. I regularly use Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences as a touchstone for the work I do with students, incorporating visual, musical, and kinesthetic strategies into my teaching. I love watching my students learn, develop, and grow both as students and as individuals. My goal is...

...degree in Mechanical Engineering. I'm also certified as an Engineer-in-training, and I'm working towards making the jump to Professional Engineer. My areas of specialty in tutoring are Math and Science topics, with an emphasis on Engineering (I'm told I'm one of those weird people that actually like to do math in their everyday life). My way of tutoring is finding the humorous angle on otherwise dry topics to make it easier and more fun to...

...an area in school in which I always had difficulty, but I was able to achieve bilingualism. Being that I struggled with this content area when I was in school, I can often sympathize with students, and help them to develop a strong understanding. I am also currently working with a local GEAR UP program in which I teach, tutor, and mentor, high school students. Giving up coming generations a better future has always been...

...and business management. However, it's my passion for education and mentorship that truly drives me. With four years of dedicated teaching experience, I have honed my ability to effectively convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that my students not only grasp the material but also develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter. As a tutor, my goal is to empower my students to excel academically and professionally. Whether it's demystifying...

I'm a recent college graduate from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. I majored in Linguistics with concentrations in Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian and graduated with a B.A. in the Arts. I love foreign language studies, translation/interpreting, and teaching about the languages that I know as well. ... I believe in teaching a "growth" mindset in regards to one's own personal knowledge and how much one can truly learn. I have always viewed the human brain as...

...a targeted audience is a an amazing skill to have in any job or industry. I have a passion for teaching students to be their own goal-setters and problem-solvers, that have a drive to tackle anything that life throws their way. We can achieve anything we set our minds to when we are dedicated and put in the effort! One of the things I am currently learning how to do is to play the piano,...

...looking forward to getting to work with you. I have experience tutoring high school students in a number of subjects, including math (Algebra 2 and Precalculus), English, History, and Spanish. I also have helped students write and revise college essays and supplementals. Additionally, I have experience with public speaking as captain of the Harvard Mock Trial team, which has awarded multiple times at the national championship. I'm happy to help with whatever you're looking for,...

...mentor, where I've helped students tackle coursework, prep for exams, and figure out how to manage it all. I tutor biology, organic chemistry, systems physiology, and NREMT content. Out of all of those, organic chemistry is my favorite, it's like solving a puzzle once you get the hang of it, and I love helping students see how it all fits together. My approach to tutoring is simple: practice makes perfect. I believe that with enough...

...stories of other people and allow us to share ours with them. I love helping my students find new ways to tell their stories, be it through languages, writing, or theatre. I have lived and worked all over the world, and have enjoyed learning about new cultures and languages each time. I have taught at international schools (IB) in many countries as well as private high schools (AP and IB) in the US, and both...

...East Coast recently has shown me how many different learning styles students have and has made it easier for me to accommodate to different needs. I believe having a strong support system, especially regarding academics, can help a student enjoy learning as opposed to just memorizing content. Growing up, learning new topics and ways to maneuver around the world has always been super enjoyable so I'm spreading this love for learning to others using this...

...you do. For example: I lead beginning Spanish language classes for five people every week. ) In addition to my work at Spanish on the Green, I participate in the Forward Leadership Program of Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce. As a participant in the program, we are required to do a service project. I am the team lead for the tax assistance (VITA) service project. It would be a great opportunity to begin as...

...activities the ways in which these concepts might apply to their everyday lives. I also served as an instructor for Research Methods in Psychology for 8 semesters at the college level. Along with teaching basic principles of conducting scientific research, interpreting results, and presenting findings, I emphasized students' roles as research consumers and how they can effectively understand and critique research, both in scientific journals and the popular press. I also enjoy helping students develop...