Award-Winning Tutors serving North Portland, OR

...Arts in Neuroscience and a certificate in Cognitive Science. I am a strong advocate of the growth mindset. I believe that making progress starts with redefining and individualizing what success looks like. With the appropriate tools that match their learning styles, all students have the capacity to improve and reach their goals. The traditional method...

...of Arts in Mathematics and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. I have been tutoring math for over five years. I started tutoring in college helping fellow students in math. The math subjects I tutor include but are not limited to Algebra, Pre-calculus, Calculus, Trigonometry, Geometry, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations. I have worked with...

...to personal growth, whether learning the basics, or taking it to the next level. I've had success with advanced students and with challenged students. My education gave me opportunities in life that led me to interesting and vital work in my industry, and I would like my students to realize similar and greater success in...

...need to thrive. There are as many ways to learn as there are people in the world. Coming alongside students as they discover and celebrate their own learning styles and unique passions is something that brings me joy. This is my "why" for teaching. I have been working with students around the world for the...

...and a MS in Geophysics from Brown University. Having grown up in Puerto Rico, I am fluent in both conversational and academic Spanish. Over the past five years, I have taught a variety of physical science courses at the collegiate level to both pre-college, college, and advanced high school students from which I have cultivated...

...lens which fits them best. I love big concepts and like to connect simple skills to the larger picture in a way that stops anyone from coming from a lesson saying "Why should I learn this?". No matter how old they are, or whether they are passionate about the subject, learning is a joy and...

Promise me you will always remember: You are braver than you believe ,and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. - Christopher Robin

...their own "AH HA!" moments and furthering people on their path of learning! During my time as teaching assistant and tutor for college-level economics courses, I discovered that I greatly enjoy helping students understand new ideas and to further their abilities in math and economics. This is what lead me to become a tutor and...

...HIV vaccine researcher for several years, I was taught many obscure facts and techniques. As a specialist in assay development (making up new experiments), I created even more. All of these techniques and ideas had to be passed on to the next generation of researchers, so I spent much of my time developing techniques to...

...become a tutor because I really do love education. I know that having a warm, compassionate person to help you with difficult subjects can make or break your grade and your school experience. As a tutor, it is my goal to help make your problem subjects a little less daunting and help you succeed. I...

Good knowledge. A little fun. Lessons with a spark. I'm interested in the story behind things; I never overlook the students and the need to find the ways the material interests them. I have an excellent grasp of things and I can adapt my instruction to apply to every student's individual interests. So, let's have...

...creative and broad in my studies. I earned my bachelor's in fine arts at Oregon State University, then I volunteered in elementary schools, then I became a Grad Mentor at a high school for a few years, and now I am earning my Masters in 3D Animation and Visual Effects. I love taking time out...

...Bachelors of Science and am working towards a PhD in Chemistry. I love teaching and watching my students succeed. I tutored all throughout my undergrad and will continue to help those who seek it :). I love to tutor chemistry, but I also enjoy tutoring students in math and physics, along with standardized tests. My...

...obtained my degree in Sociology. While pursuing my degree, I worked as a tutor for student athletes. I have continued to train and educate others in various positions across employment fields. I firmly believe in adapting my teaching style to the needs of the individual student. I tutor a range of subjects, mainly focusing in...

...and the ways they learn best. By tailoring learning to the student, it becomes a joy instead of a burden. I have a masters in design from Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelors in English/Technical Writing and a bachelors in Industrial Design from Auburn University. My masters work at Carnegie Mellon in Communication Planning and...

...believe that the only reason a student may be struggling is because material isn't being taught in the way that suits the individual. I try to uncover the different ways each student learns and present information in ways that make more sense to each student. I always try to make learning personal.... I believe that any student can learn. The only reason they may be struggling is because it isn't being taught in the way that...

...OR. I am studying biology and computer science, but am also taking classes in education, Spanish, Chinese, chemistry, and piano. I have strong interests in many different subjects. I had the chance to work with and observe a biology classroom while I was taking my education course in college. In high school, I also tutored...

I am passionate about sharing my love of languages with students of all ages in a patient, encouraging and engaging tutoring approach. I grew up in a bilingual home and studied languages (grammar and literature), linguistics and psychology and completed a post-grad in higher education. I believe that being a good tutor also means being...

...the sciences is arbitrary: learning depends on observation, attention to detail, and a feel for beauty and truth. I have guided many students, both gifted and remedial, as a teacher and tutor. In addition to loving the outdoors, I also teach Tai Chi and meditation, enjoy gardening, reading, and a good game of chess.

...problem solver, I am known among friends for my love of puzzles, riddles, word problems, and mathematical challenges. I have a deep knowledge of pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and pre-calculus and a passion for teaching it. I also enjoy tutoring Spanish. While foundational vocab and grammar are important, I emphasize speaking and encourage my students...