Award-Winning Tutors serving Homestead, OR

...or needs that are not adequately supported in the traditional education system. As someone with ADHD, I understand how frustrating and isolating it can be to try to succeed in an environment that wasn't designed with you in mind. Education should not be one-size-fits-all. My goal is to empower each student by collaborating to create...

...English from Michigan State University. I taught first year writing, literature, and humanities classes, has 11 plus years of teaching experience, and 5 years' experience as a tutor. I like to use my clients' strengths and passions to help them better understand their goals and assignments. I am creative, a little silly, soothing, thoughtful, and...

...a special happiness when you understand something for the first time. This happiness is only surpassed by the happiness who you teach it to someone. I would like to share that experience with you. I have a Ph.D. in nuclear engineering from a top 10 school and if I can understand it, so can you.

...after (I haven't stopped reading them yet). Somewhere along the way, (around 14 or 15) I found Lord of the Rings. I was hooked on fantasy from then on. Between comics and my love of all things Fantasy, it was natural for me to also get into RPGs. I have also dabbled in writing non-fiction...

...and the politics of history. In my experience the most powerful learning comes when a student has a concrete experience with use and labeling of strong academic vocabulary. I believe that education is the best way to empower a child to become a successful and prosperous adult. In my spare time, I enjoy reading both...

...providing as much guidance as necessary, and allowing students to take the lead as much as possible. I consider modeling repeatable strategies and developing sound work habits to be just as important as completing the task at handbut when it comes down to crunch time, sometimes the priority has to be just getting the work...

...need to use their mental abilities and social skills, take what they learned, and apply it to life learning. A teacher is to guide and help them but not enabling the child by being overly helpful. Children learn best through hands-on activities and exploring their world. I have two quotes that I believe. The first...

I love teaching, and I've been doing it my whole life. My favorite things to teach are ESL, English, and writing. I also can help you with politics, government, and more. I look forward to working with you!

I'm a physics student soon to be electrical engineering student with a strong background in physics and math. I enjoy being a resource for those looking to learn. My main passions are for sustainability and renewable energy technology.

...that content and to express their learning. My approach is to share the responsibility of learning with my students. I have high expectations for everyone I teach, and I work very hard to provide them with the tools they need to meet their potential. I truly believe that everyone has the ability to succeed academically,...

...of ways. In addition to teaching in Oregon, I also taught in Korea for two years and Japan for three years with my husband, as well as traveled and volunteered extensively in a variety of places - Cambodia, Costa Rica, India, Laos, China, Vietnam, South America, Nepal, Myanmar, Malaysia. Due to my father's job, in...

...at the Mathnasium Learning Center and have experience teaching small groups and one-on-one students. I have also worked as an assistant for SAT prep classes, particularly the English/Reading sections. In all my tutoring, I like to utilize the Socratic Method, helping students come to realizations themselves, emphasizing the use of critical thinking skills and how...

Hi! I am a certified elementary teacher available for online and local in person tutoring. I hold a master's degree in teaching and a bachelor's degree in Public Health Education. I currently teach English Language Arts in an International IB school.

...tests well, and I try to explain to my students some tricks they can use to make tests or assessments less 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...

...other areas of expertise include physiology, microbiology, and immunology. As a tutor, I want to encourage enthusiasm and share the reward of academic accomplishment. My ultimate goal is to become a board certified naturopathic oncologist. Aside from studying I enjoying hiking, skiing, painting, reading, and cooking. I am excited to work with you as a...

...a science communicator with a background in English, biology, and environmental education. I have worked previously on a citizen science initiative, The American Kestrel Partnership, and recently graduated from the University of Oregon with M.S. degrees in Environmental Studies and Multimedia Journalism. In my free time, I play competitive roller derby for Portland's Wheels of...

...answers. I work with the student and what they know, and we build on that knowledge to answer his or her question. This way of tutoring helps him or her to become more self-sufficient and capable of doing these problems and reasoning the problems out for himself or herself in the future.... I feel that students have the knowledge to solve any problem; all you have to do is guide them to what they already know.

...am passionate about encouraging improvement in a subject through positive engagement and a general interest. I believe in the education of the arts, as it is essential to life to hold some understanding of/hand in artistic studies. Outside of work, my hobbies include working on personal crate projects, reading, and spending quality time with my...

...ourselves. An important part of my approach to working with students is first identifying whether the student's main challenge is one of content, strategy, or mindset. We can then work from there to give attention to the areas that need the most strengthening, creating a unique plan of action that will lead to success. Commonly,...

...favorite things to do is read, I read some sort of non-fiction every night before going to bed. I am a huge sports fan, of the Portland Trailblazers and Oregon Ducks in particular! I look forward to meeting with you online or in person and helping you to reach your academic goals!