Top Summer Tutors serving Tigard

Marilyn: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...in love with the community and landscape of the Pacific Northwest. I worked as a peer tutor in high school and college, and have tutored English, Math, Reading, Writing, Attic Greek, Latin, and Humanities. I also spent five years as a Hebrew School teacher where I worked with elementary age children teaching basic Hebrew and...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Classics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Madeleine: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...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...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Current Undergrad, Program of Liberal Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700

Aaron: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...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...
Education & Certification
San Francisco State University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
SAT Verbal: 700

Jaime: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...a B.A. in English with French and writing minors at Portland State University, and an A.A. in general studies from Clackamas Community College where I excelled in journalism, visual & graphic art, performance, and music; all of which I still pursue as a professional journalist and writer/performer. I even studied juvenile corrections at CCC and...
Education & Certification
Portland State University - Bachelors, English [minors in writing and French]

Hallie: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...or working one-on-one with a student until they have that breakthrough and connect the dots between theory and real life, I thrive on the dynamic process of making knowledge not only accessible but also thrilling and possibly life-changing. I have over ten years of experience as an instructor, tutor, writer, and editor, in many different...
Education & Certification
Barnard College Columbia University - Bachelors, Anthropology & Comparative Literature (French/English)
University of California-Berkeley - PHD, Anthropology
SAT Writing: 800
GRE Quantitative: 148
GRE Verbal: 170

Tashina: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...experience teaching and tutoring undergraduate students and have volunteered as a high school math tutor. I have a strong interest in most academic subjects but I particularly enjoy tutoring math. I've made extensive use of statistics as part of my research on vision and attention so I'm in a good position to talk about how...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Psychological and Brain Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Verbal: 800

Tracey: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...then was given the privilege to take on the role of Behavior Coach during the last half of teaching 1st grade. I am still in this position. In this position I work with all students, staff and many families to cultivate a positive community within the school. Although I am not currently teaching, I take...
Education & Certification
Portland State University - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Portland State University - Masters, Education

Ezra: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...years, to when I volunteered to tutor elementary school and middle school students struggling with their schoolwork, and realized how significant a tutor can be in a student's life. Ever since that time I have been passionate about tutoring. I have worked with students of all ages and skill levels, in my volunteer work, as...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Madison: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...confidence from understanding something they had previously struggled with. I believe in helping guide students to reach the answers on their own to promote independent success in the future. Ive tutored a range of students with different learning styles and each of them has left feeling successful and confident to tackle their next courses. I...
Education & Certification
University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting

Paul: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...mine, and you can often find me reading my own books whenever I have time. I believe that a positive environment is the key to learning. When students are happy, safe, and enjoying their tasks, they acquire new information much more quickly and easily. It is my mission to always create this environment with my...
Education & Certification
University California Davis - Bachelors, International Relations
San Francisco State University - Masters, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Caleb: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...sunshine) of the Pacific Northwest. Outdoor education is all about empowering students to solve problems and think critically in unfamiliar situations, a philosophy that translates easily to academics. I also work as journalist, writing for Portland Monthly magazine and USA Today College. My writing has appeared in Oregon Live, USA Today, and the Huffington Post....
Education & Certification
Lewis & Clark College - Bachelors, History
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 750

Anneke: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...have performed editorial duties (both academically and commercially). As for the future, my eyes are set on earning a PhD in Art History with the intent of becoming a professor. Working as a tutor is a wonderful opportunity to craft and hone my educational style. I have sat on both sides of the tutoring table,...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Art History
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35

Amy: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...understands. My style of teaching is to facilitate learning. I believe it is important for students to be actively involved in the learning process and for them to take ownership of their education. I help guide students in the right direction and teach them the skills needed, but ultimately, I am there to help them...
Education & Certification
University of Hawaii at Hilo - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Communication
Arizona State University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Moises: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
I love learning and teaching! I enjoy learning because it interesting to discover new ideas and fun to understand how things work. I'm currently working on a Masters in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering, but I enjoy to work on mathematics and study other sciences including biology and physics. Feel free to ask me any questions. ... We have to learn the subject together. After we understand how much of the topic you understand, then we can figure...
Education & Certification
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Oregon Health & Science University - Masters, Computer Science / Electrical

Alex: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...by in my college years. I have tutored all kinds of different students, ranging from kindergarten through seniors in high school. I have also tutored a diverse number of subjects, but most of my hours have gone into reading, writing, math and test prep. I love meeting new students and working with them to aid...
Education & Certification
Portland State University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jordan: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...my work as a tutor I have enjoyed helping students and peers one on one. I always love a good aha! moment where I can really tell that the subject matter is clicking. I take personal pride in watching my students learn. Most of my experience is in tutoring for high school and college level...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, Mathematics and Jazz Studies
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 32

Erin: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...I also have a strong background in History, Philosophy, and Political science. Since graduation, I have moved across the country to Portland, OR to discover a new style of life as well as new avenues of myself. I work in advertising and publishing as an editor/designer/office manager for a small advertising company in Oregon. I've...
Education & Certification
University of Alabama - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jacob: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...my B.A. in Comparative Literature from Columbia University and 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...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
University of California-Berkeley - Master of Arts, German
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800

Christina: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...when I met two smart, motivated young women who had their minds set on being the first people they knew to go to university, ideally in the United States. We worked together over the next several months- perfecting their English, learning the SAT, and crafting their application essays- and that summer they both received acceptance...
Education & Certification
American University of Paris - Bachelors, Communications and English Lit
SAT Verbal: 780

Misty: Tigard Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Tigard, OR
...Lastly, I believe that math and science are not done in isolation from other topics. Reading, writing and communication are important parts of instruction as well. Whether it is reading about a concept for information, learning or pleasure or it is writing and speaking about the ideas that a student has developed in working out...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Western Washington University - Masters, Elementary Education
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