Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Portland, OR

I specialize in supporting elementary and middle school students in reading, writing, and overall academic achievement. Whether your child needs help catching up, building confidence, or staying ahead, I provide personalized lessons that make learning fun, focused, and effective. One-on-one support tailored to your child's needs Help with reading fluency, comprehension, and writing skills Engaging activities to build confidence and motivation A nurturing, judgment-free space for learning and asking questions Experience working with struggling readers and...

...had severe behavioral issues. The students in my class were deemed "un-teachable" With the exception of one child all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school level. I use a multi-kinesthetic approach which enhances memory; while additionally we are having a lot of fun learning. I know my core curriculum and special needs is definitely a strength for me. I...

...have taught through the years. I have a bachelor's and master's in education from various colleges. My most recent degree is working with students who have moderate disabilities. I also have a Second Language Endorsement from Massachusetts called SEI. Truthfully, every child learns differently. Not all students need the same things to be successful to learn the same material. I am here to help your student become a great learner. I am here to make connections...

...same results. School just never came naturally for me, and I often felt incompetent, unmotivated and embarrassed to ask for help. Thankfully, I had wonderful teachers, mentors, and tutors along the way that helped me master the strategies and techniques that worked best for my studies and inspired me to love learning. I became increasingly confident throughout the years, eventually earning a spot at my dream college and currently pursuing a career that I'm truly...

I have had 25 years teaching experience on the elementary level. I taught Kindergarten for 19 years. I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 6 years. I have always taught in an inclusion classroom. ... I believe that all children have the ability and right to learn. My goal is to instill a love of learning in all children. I would like all children to have the confidence to overcome any difficulties they may...

...comes to realistic portraits, still lives, and more. As artists, it's crucial to help each other so we can grow are skills. I have taught art to fellow peers and kids who are interested in art. I'm very beginner-friendly, but I also work with all sorts of levels as well! Besides art, I am also a big bookworm. I can help students improve their reading comprehension and writing skills as well, for those are always...

...English as a second language in varying cultural contexts. I graduated from Smith College with a degree in French and studied at L'Universite de Paris, Sorbonne et Clignancourt through the Smith junior year abroad program. I also hold a Masters degree in Education with a concentration in Curriculum & Instruction. I am a lifelong learner believing that it is critical to impart an ongoing passion for learning to my students. I have had great success...

...Eastern Connecticut State University with a Major Concentration in Sustainable Energy Management and a Minor Concentration in Political Science. My Masters of Education was earned from Sacred Heart University, majoring in Secondary Science Education. Since graduating, I have worked as a Building Substitute Teacher for Wheeler High School and Middle School and as a K-12 Substitute Teacher for Kelly Educational Services. These roles have given me experience and confidence working with students of all age...

...Connecticut. My favorite subjects to tutor are Music, English, and Reading/Writing Skills, but I am capable of tutoring various Historical subjects, Math, and Science as well. As a teacher, I choose to construct my lessons so that they are student centered. Each of us learns differently, and we each have our own unique virtues and vices as learners. Above all, I strive to establish a relationship of mutual recognition of mutual respect between myself and...

...tutor in English, essay writing, grammar, and literature. My teaching philosophy centers on helping students discover solutions and providing the guidance they need to arrive at answers themselves, thus achieving a sense of accomplishment and self-sufficiency. I believe that encouragement is much more effective than negativity. Fostering student engagement, building rapport, and stimulating intellectual development are all vital components of the art of teaching. During free time, I love to read, be outdoors, practice jujitsu,...

...history. To me, history is far more than a random collection of names and dates, but rather a study of human ideas and achievements. Math teaches you to think logically, science to think analytically, language arts to expand your thinking beyond our own time and space, but history teaches you to think for yourself. Today, too many people get their information from internet headlines, or talking heads on television, or from their families or friends,...

...with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make sure that you can not only solve sample...

I graduated from the University of Connecticut with degrees in both Accounting and English. I worked as an accountant for a year before I went back to school to earn my Masters in Education. I currently teach high school English and Theater. As a tutor, I use modeling and mini-lessons to help my students reach their potential.

Hi, my name is Jorge. I graduated in 2018 from Sacred Heart University, where I studied politics and writing. I am applying to law school now to begin next fall. My long term goal is to be appointed to serve on the federal judiciary. I also enjoy hiking, listening to podcasts and fantasy football.

...students achieve academic success. I help students to learn math by explaining math concepts using graphics and videos. I then assign students practice questions until they fully retain the concepts. I have been a successful math student, and took math courses up to Calculus 2. Although I enjoy learning and tutoring math. I actually majored in anthropology. I can help with the process of writing personal essays and academic papers. I minored in College of...

...help each child meet his or her learning goals. My experience teaching oline and in 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...

...Elementary Education, I am well equipped to help you achieve your educational goals. I completed my student teaching in Grade 2, and am experienced in elementary reading and word study. I currently work as a Special Education Tutor with both elementary students and High School Students. Due to my background working as a news reporter, I specialize in tutoring High school Writing and High school English. My goal is to create a positive and safe...

My name is Katie Lacadie, I use she/her pronouns, and I graduated Emerson College with a Bachelor's in Writing Literature, and Publishing, as well as minors in History and Environmental Studies. I'm a freelance fiction novel editor, and grammar is my best friend. I spent a majority of my time in both high school and college helping out friends with their essays, and I haven't gotten a bad review so far.

...inculcating strong study habits at a young age. I have always enjoyed being involved in education and have extensive experience tutoring elementary school age and high school students. Science has always been one of my favorite subjects, so I would love to share my enthusiasm for the natural and physical world with students! I have also taken many standardized tests including taking the SAT three times, so have extensive experience preparing for such tests which...

I'm a recent graduate from Northeastern University. I studied finance and data science at Northeastern and have completely multiple internships in consulting at companies like PwC and FTI Consulting. I've remained a strong student throughout my time in high school and college, and I've tutored and mentored hundreds of kids through my university. I fully believe that any student can learn any concept with the right amount of patience and a determined mindset.