Award-Winning Tutors serving Northwest District, OR

...in New York, and I am currently working towards a B.A. in Literature. I am also an avid musician, with a specialty in guitar and bass. My goal working with Varsity Tutors is to help develop the skills and abilities of those who might not have the same love of reading and writing that I...

...In my experience helping students of all ages, ranging from helping with homework and test prep for school to the late bloomer looking to acquire further education after their "formal" education has ended, my goal is to make the student comfortable and empower them giving them the confidence in their own abilities to achieve. I...

...knowledge and using everyday examples. Having worked full-time, and volunteered, while being a student full-time for most of my college career, I have had to stay organized and manage my time. I am also open to helping students figure out a system that works for them so they can get their assignments done and be...

...and music. I also have experience assisting with high school Spanish. When I teach I try to help students fully understand the concepts and logic behind subjects. This way they not only can apply them on a test but they learn useful skills and ways to think and learn. I love learning as well as...

...topics I value deeply, such as literature, gastronomy, and music, to create a learning experience that is both linguistically enriching and culturally vibrant. These themes not only make the language come alive but also help students gain a deeper appreciation for the context in which it is spoken. Whether you're preparing for travel, academic pursuits,...

...pursue a Master's degree in Meteorology, which allowed me to land a job as a wind energy forecaster. I provided hourly forecasts to energy traders who used that information to schedule and route the power to areas in need. It was a fun, fast-paced job that was never boring, but I left that position to...

...English. I've won essay contests and published the previously alluded to honors thesis. I graduated with distinction in my major and a GPA above 3.8 from a rigorous school: Whitman College. I took courses in tutoring writing and have taught numerous students in the past. I am an exceptional editor; talented at complimenting and fostering...

...as old as 16. From 2012-2014 I worked with Northwest Behavioral Associates in Bellevue, WA as a tutor for children on the autism spectrum (teaching everything from grammar to social fluency to self-help skills), so I also have extensive experience working with children on the autism spectrum, including OCD, ADD, PDD-NOS, and Aspergers. I am...

Math Major at Portland State University. I enjoy helping people learn math!

...projects at all age levels, as well as test prep! My main tutoring focus is on university level social science, ACT/SAT prep, AP test prep, and essay workshopping. My tutoring sessions are focused on the student's ideas, and my role is to help them convey their ideas in the most effective way possible. I have...

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

...with you.I have a Bachelor's in Mathematics/Music from the University of Oregon and a master's in Mathematics from Oregon State University. I also have additional work towards a second master's, in Statistics, from Portland State University. In my spare time, I play soccer, play the trombone, and work on my programming skills.

...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 a good listener!

...of learning. I hold dual B.A. degrees in Applied Linguistics and Arts & Letters, with a minor in Philosophy, from Portland State University. I'm TESOL certified and hold an Oregon Restricted Substitute Teaching License. As a lifelong learner, I strive to inspire curiosity and a desire for growth in every student I teach.

...in earth sciences, I have attained an extensive math, physics, chemistry, and english background throughout my studies. My philosophy is to work smarter, not harder! I love to teach students how to build a framework to efficiently learn the subject material, which reduces anxiety and makes their goal more attainable. In my free time I...

...enjoy helping students understand how to become better thinkers and writers. Although I am now learning video production and filmmaking, I still love teaching students through tutoring sessions. I grew up in a small agricultural town near Reno, NV and most recently lived in Los Angeles before moving to the Portland area. I love language...

...student can learn. I 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...

Hi. My name is Liz. Writing composition, english, grammar, punctuation and other English related issues are my speciality.

I am an artist and writer who is passionate about imparting the ability to tell stories to others. I believe that everyone can learn if they are given the right set of tools.

...The most important job I have, is to patiently aid the student in developing an understanding of the content areas that I tutor, so that I can allow each student the opportunity to learn and transfer that knowledge to other areas of their scholastic life. I embrace diversity and warmly welcome all walks, faiths, personalities,...