Award-Winning Tutors serving Buckman, OR

...really interesting because it enables me to understand how things work, and I enjoy helping others gain that knowledge. My general approach to teaching is focusing on understanding a subject and the reasons that it's made up of, using examples as needed to simulate concepts. Outside of school and mentoring, I love to play badminton,...

My aim as a tutor is to help students to achieve their personal potential so that they feel confident with the subject material and learn skills that help them to learn independently through their future studies.... My teaching philosophy is to help students with the course material by guiding them to a point of understanding and confidence with what they are learning. I feel it is most important for me to help students figure out a...

...I focus on helping students build on their prior knowledge to construct new understandings. With all my students, I take a strengths-based approach to build on the skills the student has and to help them meet academic challenges with confidence and enthusiasm. I have had tremendous success with this approach, including in helping students with...

...Masters in Teaching from the University of Oregon School of Education in 2009 and have been teaching ever since. I have a range of experience covering grades 6-12, from basic composition to AP Literature courses. My hours of availability will be greatly increased come June 16th, but I am available in the afternoons (especially online)...

After working for what seems as a lifetime in healthcare administration, I realized that much of my role in leadership was education. It brings me sincere joy to assist others in learning new concepts through the style that best meets the student's style.

...through some of the toughest math courses in the university. I also teach classical piano lessons to a few students. Through tutoring I have developed a number of unique teaching styles that tailor to all different types of students. I also can provide quick tips and tricks to make problem solving more effective .

...Most recently, I worked in the Student Affairs office of my alma mater, Grinnell College, as the front desk representative for student, parent, and faculty concerns – all under confidentiality and time pressures. At the same time, I worked as a student leader of the Grinnell Outdoor Recreation Program to teach participants the techniques of...

...lab courses. Here, I learned that my true interest was teaching and that I enjoy helping people appreciate and understand science, which can be intimidating and confusing. I am willing to work with students to find an effective AND fun learning strategy to ensure that studying is not simply a chore, but something that is...

...conversations. I like to have students practice writing and discuss the history and background of the Chinese culture, so they can understand the meaning of the Chinese characters and language in a better way. If students don't understand the history, Chinese can be hard for them to remember. I also like to focus on practicing...

I'm Kurt Larson, I'm a freelance writer and musician hailing from rainy Portland, Oregon. I've been freelance writing for nearly 3 years now and have had a passion for the subject long before then. Lets learn and improve our skills together!

...articles published in national journals, and books published by academic presses. I have also written and edited exhibit panels for museums, scripted text for computer interactives, developed brand identity materials, and completed a middle-reader novel to engage kids in environmental conservation. After years of focusing on editing, I am returning to a focus on teaching...

...Bachelor in Arts in English Composition, and then attended Lewis Clark College obtaining a Master of Arts in Teaching - Education. I am certified to teach math and English ages K-12. I am also licensed in Special Education. I have taught various courses for the last seven years including High School Math through Algebra II,...

...is Gabi and I'm a 23-year-old from Southern California. After tutoring college students at my college, and working as an English teacher in Spain for one year, I know that tutoring and teaching is one of my biggest passions! I tutor psychology, algebra, and Spanish. I am friendly, fun, and highly responsible. I hope to...

...college that I realized I wanted to be a scientist. As a high school student, I was exceptionally mediocre at school. Fortunately I was accepted to Western Washington University. It was my time at Western that I found what I was capable of. Chemistry, and mathematics are such daunting subjects, I never imagined I would...

I love helping my fellow students by breaking down complex ideas into their smaller more easily understood components.

...modeling, and data analysis in a research and engineering setting. That is to say I used geometry, calculus, diff-eq's and physics everyday. I am also passionate about teaching - sharing that knowledge in an accessible way that will help you find confidence and understanding, not just pass the next test. Lets get started.

...laugh. I have found that each individual's impediments to learning can be very different. I use compassion and dialogue to uncover the causes of anxiety or helplessness technical subjects can engender. My bachelor's degree is from UCLA, where I studied math and physics. My Master's degree is from Arizona State University where I studied logic...

...intimidating. Reading a test can sometimes feel like learning a second language, and I emphasize that, not only is understanding it doable, but it IS possible to own it and make it approachable in a way that works personally with you. This makes every test afterward much less psychologically taxing and, oftentimes, that is the...

...Middle School Math, Algebra (all levels) and Business & Finance. At each place I have worked, it has been part of my job to teach and mentor junior members of our teams. I have always enjoyed this aspect of my duties, and I now have the opportunity to teach on a more formal basis. I...

...Writing, and English. My philosophy when it comes to tutoring is to be patient with the student and find a pace that works best for them. Every student is unique in their own way so it is important to be able to build a warm and professional rapport with each and every one. I obtained...