Award-Winning Tutors serving Tigard, OR

...math as a kid because my teachers always made me feel stupid in class for not understanding right away. I became a math teacher because I saw how many people get stuck in their education and careers when they run into trouble in math class. Working with me, you will understand how capable you are...

...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,...

...concepts are thrown at them in an unnecessarily complicated way without any explanation as to why they are being asked to learn the information or how they'll use it in their lives. I will address that problem and work with each student to find a learning process that works best for them. Education is not...

...easy feat, nor could it have been predicted. At the beginning of my first year of university, I nearly failed my first two major essays. Newly apparent to me was that I could not survive off of passion alone. It was thanks to my then-tutor that I was able to apply myself and achieve a...

...as possible. Also, Spanish tutoring for student like to learn Spanish at Community College and adult people , who have different expectations such traveling, job, or help others. As a Teaching Assistant, I have worked with Reception, for 17 years preparing activities and lessons and helping the teacher to implement them, showing me that preparation,...

...and organizing more socially interactive small group lessons for older students. I will take time in our introductory session to get to know you. It's important to know not only which subject areas need improvement, but who you are. What is your attitude toward learning, what do you enjoy, which learning style works best for...

I have been an elementary school teacher for 30+ years, first in Florida and now in Oregon. I have a passion for teaching, especially reading and writing.

...in English, history, test preparation, and in critical reading and writing skills needed in other subjects. My favorite subject to tutor is writing because it is often the most rewarding. Giving students the confidence and skills to authentically express their ideas is one of the most important things education can do. I love writing plays...

...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 ready for the next exam if needed. I have a passion for learning and believe that...

Chris, a Pacific Northwest native, earned his degree from Lewis and Clark college focusing in Music Education. Known for his calm demeanor and kind patience, his students enjoy a teacher who pushes them to be their best while creating a positive learning in any educational environment. ... I believe in the intelligence of students. The greatest craft of a teacher is to tap into the background of the student and help them explore the problem at...

...matter what the problem is, together we will find the answer and be able to master any concept and be able to apply these concepts to harder problems. No matter what, there is always a way for a person to learn, and it just requires the right way of explaining it. I love finding a...

...Wyatt. I am a sophomore at Bard College 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...

I believe that learning should be engaging and relevant. One of my purposes as a tutor is to demonstrate to students the wealth of information that still awaits them and to share my excitement about these subjects in the hope that they will join...

I am a certified teacher with over ten years of experience in Elementary and Middle School. I enjoy teaching various subjects with success.

...an Associates degree in Child Psychology and am currently working on my Bachelors. I have spent the last 16 years teaching students of all ages and have found it to be incredibly rewarding. While I have tutored students in all core subjects, the subjects I am most I am most passionate about are reading and...

...high school as well as at a private tennis club. I played college tennis and still greatly enjoy the sport. Outside of teaching and coaching tennis I have worked for four summers at a sleep away sports camp in Massachusetts. My role there as "Group Leader" includes overseeing about 60 ten-year old boys a day...

I have been a teacher for 12 years and I really enjoy working with students from all backgrounds. I like to see students achieve in their subjects in school as well as in life. I will do my best to help any student I work with achieve their best.

...discover the joys of language and self-expression. I've helped thousands of students construct essays of every kind, from academic to admissions to the essays associated with standardized tests. Through a question and answer process, I help each student to unearth what he or she has to say on a given topic, then the two of...

...about tutoring students in writing and literature. Sometimes all a student needs is information, direction, and time to practice in order to learn. I try my best to make that happen. I welcome my students to learn. With 25 years of teaching experience, I am familiar with many kinds of learners. I welcome all writing...

...and connecting challenging topics to interesting, real life situations. 4) Being a collaborator- I view being a tutor as a partnership, not a replacement for a teacher. I help supplement and enhance what you're already working on with out the pressure of performing well in front of a teacher. 5) Learning to learn- An important...