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Eric

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Eric

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science
Math
Middle School Math

I see a certain magic in helping someone understand something about the world, and I want to experience that magic over and over again. I have had experience working with students at many levels of education, from elementary school through students working on graduate degrees. I have a bachelor's in...

Education

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

University of Missouri-Columbia

Doctor of Science, Chemistry

Anneke

Certified Tutor

Anneke

Bachelors, Art History
Anneke's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Art History

I graduated from Reed College with a BA in Art History and received a commendation of excellence in academic performance. I have worked as a writing tutor, and have performed editorial duties (both academically and commercially). As for the future, my eyes are set on earning a PhD in Art History wit...

Education

Reed College

Bachelors, Art History

Test Scores
ACT
31
Riley

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Riley

AB
Riley's other Tutor Subjects
AP Pre-Calculus
AP Physics 1
Advanced Functions
AP Calculus BC

I primarily tutor a lot of math classes. Anything from elementary school through undergrad. High school Geometry? Yep! Real Analysis? Absolutely! Python? Not quite math, you tricky person, but sign right up. I tutor a bit of physics and computer programming as well. Test prep, too. But who am I? I ...

Education

Reed College

AB

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33
Aiden

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aiden

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Aiden's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Algebra
ACT Writing
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: 3-D Design

I'm a recent graduate from Reed College where I majored in Political science with additional concentrations in environmental science, sociology, philosophy, and 3D art.I am passionate about helping students understand concepts in their own way, with hands on activities and self-paced learning styles...

Education

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
ACT
33
Colin

Certified Tutor

Colin

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Colin's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
Arithmetic
Biology

I am a graduate from Reed College in Portland, OR with a B.A. in Biology. I've recently spent two years as a teacher in at a public school in New York City and have to left to explore research opportunities in the the city. While working in research, I do hope to come back to teaching at some point ...

Education

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Gabriele

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gabriele

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Gabriele's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
American Literature
AP English Language and Composition
College Application Essays

Hello, my name is Gabbie and I love reading and writing. I am currently pursuing medical school so my academic life is not as rich in literature as I wish it could be, which is why I am so excited to tutor students in it. An accomplished writer and researcher, I am also excited to help students crea...

Education

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
31
Meghan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Meghan

Doctor of Philosophy, Biology, General
Meghan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
College Biology

As a Biology and Math tutor, Adjunct Professor at Washington State University, and Zoologist working on Behavioral Ecology, I am passionate about helping students understand the wonders of the natural world and the power of mathematics to solve complex problems.With years of experience in both acade...

Education

Portland State University

Master of Science, Biology, General

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Portland State University

Doctor of Philosophy, Biology, General

Christine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christine

PHD, English State Certified Teacher
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing

As a tutor, I believe that students benefit from a variety of approaches, depending on their backgrounds, current situations and feelings about writing. I believe the most important part of tutoring is empowering the student to feel that he/she is capable of writing and reading well and correcting h...

Education

Drew University

PHD, English State Certified Teacher

Reed College

Bachelors, English

Ezra

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ezra

Bachelors, Philosophy
Ezra's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I recently graduated Reed College with a BA in Philosophy. I worked as a peer tutor at Reed, but my tutoring experience goes back to my high school years, to when I volunteered to tutor elementary school and middle school students struggling with their schoolwork, and realized how significant a tuto...

Education

Reed College

Bachelors, Philosophy

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
Mark

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Mark

Master of Arts, English
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I graduated from Reed College in Portland and then earned my Master's in English language and literature at SUNY Binghamton in New York. My intention is to purse a PhD program and one become a professor. I believe that good communication is vital to good teaching, regardless of the subject. I have a...

Education

SUNY Binghamton

Master of Arts, English

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
GRE
332

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Reed alumni tutors understand the value of deep engagement with material and can model the kind of intellectual curiosity the college cultivates. They've developed strong problem-solving skills through Reed's emphasis on independent thinking and can guide you through complex subjects with confidence. Whether you're preparing for college, working through challenging coursework, or exploring a subject in depth, these tutors bring experience in approaching learning as an active, personal process rather than passive absorption.

Reed College alumni tutors excel across a wide range of subjects, from humanities and sciences to mathematics and languages. Reed's interdisciplinary approach means many tutors have breadth across multiple areas. They're particularly strong in helping students develop critical thinking and analytical skills in any subject, and they often bring enthusiasm for deep exploration of topics. Whether you need help with standardized test prep, high school coursework, college-level classes, or intellectual enrichment, connecting with a Reed alumnus can provide personalized instruction tailored to your learning style.

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