Award-Winning Tutors serving North Portland, OR

...complete a challenging homework assignment, crush some test preparation, or to stop feeling overwhelmed by subject material I am dedicated and excited to help! It is my teaching philosophy that with the right support and motivation, any student can reach their goals. My tutoring style is laid back but structured. I like to receive questions/concerns...

...may not share the same learning level, speed, or teaching methods used in the typical classroom. I have applied my problem-solving hobbies to my education and now to your education as well. I can offer a new and creative approach to teaching methods for learning and remembering important fundamentals past exam season. Hobbies include music...

I have tutored all levels of students in many different math courses. I can tailor your learning style to my tutoring and help you achieve your goals.

...work and dedication, outside of school, pay off in the classroom. Being a special education teacher has given me the opportunity to work with students in a small group setting, similar to tutoring. It has also given me the opportunity to work with students of different ability levels that learn in a variety of ways....

...Degree at Brown University. If there's one thing to know about me, it's that I love to learn, no matter the subject. Learning is a life-long process that can take you anywhere in life. But this doesn't mean it's always easy. It would be my privilege to help you overcome the obstacles you encounter on...

...16 years that I've worked as an instructional assistant in elementary schools I've taught reading, writing, math, science and social studies. I have the patience, kindness and commitment it takes when teaching children which enables me to instill confidence, self-esteem and an optimistic attitude in each student for the subject they are working in. I...

...years. I enjoy a range of outdoor activities from white water rafting, ultra marathon running and alpine skiing. I taught ESL for 2 years in South Korea from kindergarten to 6th grade. I have tutored many business professionals in phonics. I currently work in the semiconductor industry and have a strong career in Finance. I...

...problem that stumped them. Outside of tutoring, I get up to a number of different sactivities: I play video games and have a weekly D&D session; I also fence and play a variety of instruments; and if I'm not doing any of that, I'm usually spending time hanging out with friends and family.

...which are the first of a three book series, as well as a novel I have self-published. I have also contributed to several almanacs for my publisher (Llewellyn Worldwide). I completed my Associate of Arts Transfer Degree at Mt. Hood Community College. I am attending Portland State University as an English major with a minor...

...years. I enjoy looking at a problem and seeing if there are different ways to solve it, which makes the process a little more interesting than working on it with just one method. One thing I have found to be helpful is to think of possible errors one might make while working on a problem, which...

...at Amazon. I work in the field of computer science and machine learning. As a graduate student during my PhD, I have had the opportunity to be a teaching assistant for introductory computer science courses, and I have also tutored students taking classes in various areas, including programming, algorithms, and research topics. Both as a...

I believe that learning can be fun. Reading and Writing are paramount in the growth of every individual. I will help you get to where you need to be.

Hello! It's nice to meet you! My name is Averie Clifton and I'm so happy to have the opportunity to work with you! Teaching is something that I'm very passionate about, and I like to ensure that I teach in a way that makes the subject as interesting as possible

...a way of learning that fits both you and the form of writing to be developed. Although a writer needs to understand the "rules," such as grammar, the goal is to discover how you can learn to use both the rules and your knowledge and creativity for your own purposes. In literature, my tutoring begins...

...struggle with teachers like that too. But after realizing I had it and doing everything I needed to I have such a good handle on it that I often immerse myself in learning things for hours if it grabs my interest. Now I find myself explaining subjects to friends in real life to help people...

...in such international and worldly environments exposed me to people from all kinds of socio-economic backgrounds and cultures. It has allowed me to become much more of an understanding and tactful person, and as a result, I feel quite confident when tutoring subjects that I have the most experience with to individuals with various backgrounds....

...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 one is, "The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has to own reasoning for existing" By Albert Einstein. The second...

...Geography and History. After graduating, I hiked from Canada to Southern Oregon on the Pacific Crest Trail before going home to Georgia and teaching adult volunteers to be informed and effective monitors of absentee ballot processing during the election. I am a proud product of Atlanta Public Schools, and I think that every student has...

...State University for the last 4 years, and have found it to be incredibly rewarding. I work very well with individuals on a one-to-one basis, particularly with identifying gaps in knowledge, and using multiple learning styles to help fill those gaps. I am also very patient, and good at working at the students pace.

...and European history (as well as historiography). I specialize in political and military history, and my interests touch upon issues such as conflict and warfare, colonialism, technology, social psychology and religion. I have taught a wide range of subjects, including British history, Reformation history and Western Civilization at the college level. My secondary education teaching...