Award-Winning Tutors serving Lake Oswego, OR

...am interested in a MFA or MS in publishing. Always a student! I have tutored classroom (college) and online (HS) courses in math (e.g. algebra), botany, biology, physical, environmental, and life science. I also have experience with remedial English and ESL. In addition to science, I would like to tutor writing and English courses. Although I am progress driven, I also have a sense of humor. I love to laugh. I am interested in reading,...

...of those experiences, I have always enjoyed using my knowledge to help teach anyone who needs it, tutoring various friends and neighbors throughout high school. I love to tutor Math, Economics, and Physics because there is so much to explore in these subjects and so much relation to the "real world" that it is enjoyable to see students discover the usefulness of these studies. In my free time I love to go on hikes, play...

Teaching is one of my all-time favorite things to do. I've been around students as a teaching assistant for more than 5 years, so seeing students grow is truly a rewarding experience.

...a B.A. in English from U.C.L.A. and a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language from the same institution. I have tutored many students and my favorite subjects to tutor are English and English as a Second Language. I have also tutored Portuguese conversation. Of course while tutoring English, I have done a lot of work with composition and writing. My teaching philosophy involves discovering the student's needs and teaching to meet those needs....

I decided to start tutoring because I genuinely enjoy helping people with their reading and writing, and sharing my experiences and knowledge with others. I hope you'll give me the opportunity, and I look forward to working with you!

...over some examples before letting the student work the problems on his own. I use different teaching styles with my students. I believe I will be a good fit to work with students because I hold a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering and an Accounting Certificate; my achievements in education permit me to properly help, teach, and guide students with their education in order to make them more confident and succeed in School and later...

...As part of my degree I wrote a thesis on the effects of Welsh bardic culture on warrior culture during the Norman conquest of Wales. During my time as a graduate student, I worked for the university's academic journal, The Pacific Historical Review as an editorial fellow. I have presented papers at the International Medieval Congress and the Phi Alpha Theta yearly conference. My passion is history, and I enjoy writing and editing.

...I am planning to pursue a Ph.D. in Philosophy with the ultimate goal of becoming a professor. In high school, I had a passion for English and History. I completed English IB HL and IB 20th Century History. Philosophy has taught me to think and write clearly and succinctly. These skills are applicable to most academic writing, especially the type of writing required in high school level English and History as well as college application essays....

Hi, I'm Stefan. I recently finished up my master's in teaching degree in math and physical education. I love teaching and I especially enjoy working with students one on one. If you need help with math, I can help provide you with the tools you need to understand exactly what's going on!

...deepen their thinking skills so that they can grow in true understanding and experience success. This usually means not providing direct answers, but helping the student learn how to find the answer on his own. My areas of strength include: - Philosophy (including ethics, logic, critical thinking and rhetoric) - Theology and Religion (especially Catholic/Christian) - Writing (essays, project papers and theses; creative, research and persuasive styles) - Physics and Natural Sciences - Mathematics (pre-algebra,...

Dear prospective students: My name is Gail. I am a tutor specializing in English and Mathematics to improve grades. I am educated in many subjects including biology, science, math, English, and Communication. I look forward to working with you and hope your experience working with me will be a good one! Cheers, Gail

...practicing problem-solving skills, or preparing for exams, I am committed to helping my students achieve their academic goals. As an Adjunct Professor at Washington State University, I have taught a variety of courses, from introductory biology to upper-level courses in behavioral ecology. In my research, I study the behavior and ecology of animals in their natural habitats, providing me with a wealth of practical knowledge to draw from in my tutoring sessions. I believe that...

...have been a teacher for a little over a year. However, I have worked with children for over 8 years. With each student I encounter my hope is that I play a role in their success. I truly believe that all students are capable of learning, and that there is no limit to a child's potential. A teacher making the material relevant and engaging is the most important step to the learning process, and I...

After obtaining my bachelors and masters, I have had a chance to work from the ground up in IT with start ups, mid sized companies, and some of the largest in the world. It has become a passion of mine to use the wide breadth of knowledge I have throughout IT to help others be successful in their own careers. I enjoy guiding others to answers and helping them understand concepts/topics.

...been my lifelong passion, spanning over 40 years in diverse rolesfrom seventh-grade teacher to middle school educator. My experiences in the Evergreen School District and as a tutor have reinforced my belief in fostering inclusive, supportive environments where every student can thrive. With a Master's in Education and a commitment to individualized learning, I strive to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in my students, guiding them to reach their fullest potential. Teaching is not just...

...professionalism and excellent teaching skills. 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 various outdoor activities (e.g., canoeing, bicycling) and led day or week long trips with limited...

...traveling. I have been abroad twice in college career--to Florence, Italy and Prague, Czech Republic. With regard to my background in tutoring, I have had a couple years of experience as a private tutor for families as well as tutoring my two younger brothers who often need my assistance as well. My teaching style fluctuates depending on the student. However, one thing is certain: I develop a fun and engaging atmosphere for students, in which...

...difficult when everyone learns in a different way. Usually professors and teachers will use a method that most students can understand, and hope for the best. But what happens when you're one of the students that doesn't learn well with that technique? It was at that point, for me, that realized a tutor was my only hope of passing certain classes. Because the tutor could tell exactly where I was getting caught up, they were...

...my lessons - even in a group teaching setting, I like to tailor lessons in a way that allows students to follow the lesson plan while putting in their own personal touches along the way. I grew up as a very reserved and anxious student myself, so it's also important to me that whether it's a one-on-one or group situation, that the student(s) can feel comfortable to take things at their own pace, and be...

...taught Spanish literacy to native Spanish-speakers. I taught ESL to immigrant adults for six months at a local community college, and spent a year teaching Spanish-speaking adults at a private language school in Vancouver, Washington, where classes were conducted in Spanish. Most recently I worked for a company that provided tutoring to public school elementary children in reading, phonics and math. I taught children from kindergarten through grade 8. I'm so excited to be working...