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Certified Tutor
8+ years
Monica
I was born and raised in San Jose, CA. I moved to Portland, Oregon to obtain my Bachelor's of Arts in English at Concordia University. I have always had a strong personal mission to improve the lives of others, so I went to Willamette University, College of Law to become a lawyer. I practiced family...
Concordia University-Portland
Bachelor in Arts, English
Willamette University
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Certified Tutor
Rebecca
Comfort is key. If a student isn't comfortable enough to ask for clarification, they won't learn to their fullest potential.I've formally learned Latin for 3 years, French for 4 years, and Spanish for 7 years. With all my time as a student, I've been in the situation where I was too afraid to ask qu...
Willamette University
Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kelsey
I am a recent graduate from Willamette University, with a BA in Biology and Spanish and a minor in Chemistry. My teaching experience began as a teacher of horseback riding and horse trainer, where I learned how to work with a wide variety of learning styles. I also studied abroad in Panamawhere I re...
Willamette University
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, Spanish, Chemistry minor
Certified Tutor
In 2013, I graduated from Gonzaga University with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and a minor in French with a focus on Geopolitical History. Since graduation, I have been enrolled in the JD/MBA program at Willamette University College of Law, as well as Willamette's Atkinson Graduate ...
Willamette University
PHD, Law Business
Gonzaga University
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations, French
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Megan
Hello! I am a Social Studies, Language Arts and AVID teacher. I really enjoy traveling, food, running, volleyball and hiking. I am a visual learner, I like to be able to see things and I also really like graphic organizers to help keep track of information but I understand that everyone learns diffe...
Willamette University
Masters, Masters of Arts in Teaching
University of Oregon
Bachelors, Spanish, History
Certified Tutor
Heather
Hi, I'm Heather, a social worker in Portland, OR. I graduated summa cum laude in 2018 from Willamette University, a liberal arts college on the West Coast, with a 4.0 GPA. I share this to let you know that I am passionate and committed to lifelong learning, and enjoy helping others along the same jo...
Willamette University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
5+ years
I've tutored math for over four years, and as a grad student in math I have both the experience and knowledge to impart concepts and problem-solving skills. My tutoring style emphasizes patience, persistence and understanding the big picture.
Portland State University
Master of Science, Mathematics
Willamette University
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Chris
Hi, my name is Chris Ketchum. Originally from Moscow, Idaho, I graduated from Willamette University May 2015, where I majored in English/Creative Writing. I learned a huge appreciation for education from an amazing, lifelong network of students, professors, and administrators in both public and priv...
Willamette University
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
Brian
I am a lifelong learner who's fascinated with the intersection of social psychology and business: how teams work best and what best motivates entrepreneurs.Currently, I am an MBA Candidate at Willamette University. I am an aspiring Organizational Psychologist whose goals are to continue to consult s...
Willamette University
Masters in Business Administration, Entrepreneurial Studies
Palo Alto University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Erin
I am an experienced and dedicated special education teacher skilled at developing student relationships, creating positive learning environments and implementing individualized curriculum to maximize student success.I currently work as a behavior specialist, providing behavior, classroom management ...
Plumouth State University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Willamette University
Bachelor in Arts, Music Therapy
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Alumni tutors have successfully navigated Willamette's demanding coursework and can share proven strategies for excelling in your classes. Beyond academics, they can offer mentorship about campus life, time management, and how to balance Willamette's collaborative learning environment with your personal goals. This combination of academic expertise and lived experience creates a more personalized and relatable learning partnership.
Tutors with Willamette backgrounds excel across the university's core strengths, including liberal arts subjects, sciences, business, and languages. Many have completed Willamette's distinctive general education requirements and can help with foundational courses as well as advanced major coursework. When you connect with a tutor, you can discuss their specific academic background to find the best match for your needs.
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