Award-Winning Tutors serving Portland, OR

Hello! My name is Justin Hyland and I am a graduate of Fordham University and the University of Connecticut School of Law. My areas of knowledge include legal academics, bar exam prep, and English language and literature.

...the majority of my professional life teaching -- as a classroom teacher, substitute teacher, a special education paraprofessional and as a theatre teaching artist. I'm also a playwright and work for a nonprofit arts center in downtown Hartford. I'm passionate about education, and I love the experience of one-on-one teaching. It's my way of giving back to the incredible teachers that shaped my childhood and offered me the doors to the professional experiences I've been...

...my Master in Public Administration at Fairfield University in Connecticut, USA in December 2018. I earned a Diploma in Teaching in 2007 and taught in the classroom for a while. In 2018, I earned my 120-hour TESOL certificate began teaching ESL to students online. Teaching is my passion! I feel such pride to know I am changing lives for the betterment of our future generation. I look forward to seeing you in my classroom!

...though I like to tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching Math, Biology, and Chemistry. Through my various tutoring experiences, I have learned that my strengths lie in tutoring STEM-related courses, as my students tend to be most successful in these subjects. I believe that education is a two-way street and learning can happen from anyone at any time. As I impart knowledge to others, I hope to gain new...

...and participating in professional conferences; (2) do research to expand their knowledge in their field; (3) use technology extensively, including the Internet, e-mail, and software programs; (4) use computers as teaching aids - posting subject content, notes, schedules, and other information on line; (5) use e-mail, instant messages, and other technologies to facilitate communication between the student and instructor; (6) use the Internet to tutor students at remote sites. I believe that educational philosophies that...

...I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students and fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

I'm an engineering student with a rich background in public speaking and natural sciences willing to help anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of any subject. I understand that a conventional or traditional approach is not always the best means for learning.

...Humanities. That means I get to study a wide variety of subjects: history, english, philosophy, art history, political philosophy, and more! I've worked as a coach on a rock climbing team for 3 years, so I have a lot of experience working with kids and teens of all ages. Through my volunteer work at an ancient art museum, I also gained experience designing classes and presentations for adults. My passion is writing, so I'm most...

My name is Francis Nguyen. I am married and have three beautiful daughters. I graduated with a Bachelor in Math Education in 2000 and a Masters in Math in 2003 from Fairfield University. I have been teaching high school for over 20 years. The subjects I have taught ranged from elementary math to Trigonometry. I love to help children learn math and succeed in math.

I am a graduate of Dartmouth College, where I studied Creative Writing and Psychology. I've spent the last 25 years as a professional writer for major TV studios, including 6 years at Disney, where I was a creative Vice President. I now freelance as an English tutor for the verbal portions of the SAT, ACT and GMAT, where I scored in the top 2%. I also help students write stellar application essays.

I am a professional advertising copywriter, beginning my career at the legendary DDB in New York City. Strengths include storytelling, creative strategy, presentation, public speaking, and mentoring to students and professionals. My passion is to help you become the best you possible. If you're willing to do the work, we will succeed, have some fun and grow together.

...education, I am excited about the opportunity to serve as a tutor with Varsity Tutors. Throughout my medical training and clinical practice, I have consistently engaged in mentoring medical students, assisting peers, or guiding patients through complex health information. I believe that the same analytical and problem-solving skills that have shaped my medical career will allow me to guide students toward academic excellence in subjects like biology, chemistry, and health sciences. My teaching philosophy is...

...have a lot of experience teaching kids to read, helping kids that might need a little extra help with reading, or just nerding out about books with kids and teenagers who love to read. As part of that phase of my journey, I also pursued additional certification in Language Arts and History for secondary students, so I've also done a lot of teaching tweens and teens in those subject areas. In fact, I taught at...

...Level 1+2 Certified, and served as the Master Writing Consultant in my undergrad career in the Academic Center for Excellence. I can help students of all ages, and I have tutored students from elementary-middle school, to graduate/undergraduate students. I have worked with students on college essays, honors projects, everyday assignments, resume building, and study skills &strategies! I have specifically worked with students with language based learning differences like dyslexia, ADHD, executive functioning, and with English...

...know I cherish. Thus, being part of a community is fundamental. Since this process is also necessary for professionalism, strategies in place are vital. As I know that radical transparency assists in foreknowledge and responsibility (Young,2023), conferencing and keeping in touch with stakeholders to have this kind of arrangement in line will be something to be secured first. Other strategies I integrate include attending educational showcases, community events, building friendships, and keeping up to date...

...a K-12 private school has prepared me to help you! I adjust my teaching approach to meet the level, goals, and personality of each student. I have taught students from ages 3 to 15. My favorite subjects are math (elementary-lower middle school) and reading (elementary and middle school.) I can't wait to help you reach your goals! I enjoy playing board games with my family. In fact, I love doing almost anything with my family....

...the University of Massachusetts) and physics (M.S. from Creighton University and Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico.) I have taught college level physics and astronomy for the past fifteen years as an adjunct lecturer, while at the same time participating in various research projects as a research scientist/software developer. My favorite programming language is Python. I enjoy tutoring students in a wide variety of scientific and technical disciplines, including: physics, astronomy, mathematics, and computer...

...of Rochester. I love tutoring most STEM classes, with some favorites being statics and physics. I have experience learning from many great professors as a student in both AP classes such as Physics 1/2 and Calculus AB, and college level courses in Physics and Statics. I have experience tutoring math and physics in high school, as well as teaching other subjects to elementary and middle school aged students. In tutoring, I have access to many...

...understand to get to the root of where things went awry. By working through each problem little by little, the path towards understanding is revealed. It can take time, but there is always going to be a path forward. I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Rhode Island and my masters of science in Oceanography from Oregon State University. I have taught classes about oceanography, biology, and chemistry. My...

...math, as this is the language of physics, but it is not insurmountable with the proper instruction. To be successful in physics, one must have guidance to utilize their math and intuitive skills to understand the most intriguing science available to high school and/or beginning college students. I look forward to helping you succeed in a field of science that opens doors to almost any profession. I currently teach Honors Physics and University of Connecticut...