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Dorian: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...We focused on their own specific needs -algebra, grammar, reading- at whatever pace was right for each day. I saw many students make large strides in difficult classes and I had many very grateful customers. However the "Slow and Steady" motto is not always easy to sell in the high-stakes world of Test Prep. That's why I founded my own company. Tutoring works best when you start with plenty of time before your test, when...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Engineering in Computer Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Patrycja: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a freshman at Yale University. I am majoring in computer science, and my other interests include economics and history. I have experience tutoring in an Algebra 1 classroom. I edited essays and tutored students in general subject in my high school's Literacy Resource Center. I also have privately tutored calculus. In college, I am a teaching assistant for a program that teaches middle and high school girls to code.
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Trevor: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Philosophy. I also recently graduated with a Master of Environmental Management degree from the Yale School of the Environment in May 2020. In earning both of my degrees I gained experience with a mix of writing, humanities, and natural science that's given me a wide breadth of skills to share with students. I've also been accepted to the law schools at NYU, Columbia, and the University of Michigan, among others. I am very, very familiar...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies
Columbia University in the City of New York - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
LSAT: 177

Christian: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...wanted to be a teacher because of the opportunity to work with other people. My teaching experience includes working with students at private day and boarding schools, public schools, and after school programs. In each of these settings, I made sure to get to know my students really well so that I could find ways to make our sessions fun and engaging. Building that relationships with my students is important because it allows students to...
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Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700

Juan: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...and have lectured students in Bioethics and Sociology. I have also perfected my presentation skills both on the individual and group level through numerous conference presentations throughout the east coast. My teaching philosophy is very simple. I try to meet my students at the level that they are most comfortable in. I remain at that level until they are comfortable and then i push them a little harder until they are once again out of...
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Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Southern Connecticut State University - Master of Science, Sociology

Whitney: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
My objective is to assist students into becoming successful participants in society by giving them the educational confidence needed. I started tutoring, mentoring and teaching dance at the age of fourteen. I have worked in corporate America, and the non profit sector but my passion has always remained with children. I have a daughter and I give my students as much as I would give my own child.... I believe any student can learn anything if...
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Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Daniel: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Bachelor's degree in economics. In the past, I have had experience tutoring my classmates in a variety of subjects, ranging from algebra to government and physics. I also work well with test prep, and I am well-equipped to help students ace their standardized assessments. I understand how frustrating it can be to be stuck on a problem or method and not know where to go. It can be easy to lose interest and give up...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Christina: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
Hello, I'm Christina and I am a current Master's student in Nutritional Sciences. I graduated last year with my B.S. in Molecular and Cell Biology and B.S. in Nutritonal Sciences with Honors. I currently work as a medical scribe and medical assistant and pursuing the medical field. In my free time, I love working out, watching Youtube videos and listen to podcasts.
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Connecticut - Master of Science, Nutrition Sciences
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33

Laura: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...New York City in 2007. A few years later, I attended LaGuardia Community College and became a licensed veterinary technician, which means I am an animal nurse! My academic interests mostly relate to animals: zoology, evolutionary ecology, paleozoology, social evolution, and phylogenetics. I also love studying history, and will always assert that nothing happens in a historical vacuum. In my free time I do a lot of reading and a lot of writing, on topics...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Benjamin: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a junior English major studying at Vassar College. I am committed to helping students develop advanced reading skills, teaching them analytical tools to improve their writing, and tailoring my lessons to their individual strengths and learning approaches.
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 790

Kyle: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...roof of acacia leaves, and the permeable walls of community centers. My fellow peers in learning have consisted of children, chiefs, literate and illiterate. After moving back to the States with my family in 2012, I taught in institutional schools for five years. I have been a high school English teacher for the past five years. From urban environments to traditional school classrooms, I am comfortable engaging and working with the youth of America.
Education & Certification
Harding University - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Master of Arts, International and Intercultural Communication
Bethel University - Certificate, Education
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Environmental Science

Mattias: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Manchester Community College, and I'm interested in tutoring. I love biological sciences, am skilled in writing, and will always work with you to understand and meet your needs. Growing up, I had a lot of difficulties with organization due to my ADD. I have learned ways to manage this that work for me, and because of this I feel that I have a strength in teaching organizational skills, especially to neurodivergent students.
Education & Certification
Quinnipiac University - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
ACT English: 31

Kerri: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a Reading/Writing Tutor along with Disabilities specialist. I have varied experiences working as an assistant director of a day camp, online tutor, online adjunct professor, lead Special Education and English liaison teacher, as well as several teaching publications. I am a certified teacher in moderate learning disabilities, English, ESL and have training in Orton Gillingham and Wilson reading programs!
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, English
Endicott College - Masters in Education, Special Education

Carter: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...for anything math related and enjoy sharing my love for math with everyone else. I make sure that everyone understands the stuff they are learning on their own terms to make sure it is more accessible for future use. I was a Teaching Assistant for a Calculus 2 class last semester. I love baseball, swimming, and rowing. I also used to play chess competitively. I believe the way to truly understand something is to do...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Charles: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...school and college), General Biology, Physiology, and Biochemistry. In addition to the subjects above, I also have experience in MCAT, SAT prep, ACT prep, GRE, and GMAT preparation. I've also tutored students enrolled in the IB program and different AP classes. My philosophy about tutoring is to quickly determine where the strengths and weaknesses are and to develop a mutual game plan. I have had the experience to learn from many different instructors and to...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Georgetown University - Master of Science, Physiology and Biophysics

Garin: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...and professional endeavors that have shaped me into the well-rounded person I am today. That being said, I believe that most of my strengths are derived from my strong work ethic, adaptability, passion for lifelong learning, and love of volunteering/helping others. Outside of my professional career you may find me at a the library tutoring, recording/playing one of my many instruments at a local gig, or hiking the mountains and traveling with my fiance, Rachel.
Education & Certification
McDaniel College - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics

Jerry: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...teaching career began in 1995 at Broward Community College in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I taught Algebra there, as I have almost every year since: 5 years at college, 6 years middle school, and 7 years high school, here in Connecticut. At the middle school, I served as the head of the math department, IT, and SSAT testing, including English, verbal, and more. Along the way, I taught every math course from 5th Grade to Calculus....
Education & Certification
North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Central Connecticut State University - Master of Arts, Mathematics

Stephen: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...traits. It is from the people around me and the people that have guided me that I owe my steep career trajectory to. Simply put, I just aim to help. When I teach, I feel as though I am helping people (students) understand and make sense of this world; Almost as if I'm igniting a flame, the flame of constant curiosity. When I am acting in a leadership capacity, I feel like I am helping...
Education & Certification
American International College - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
American International College - Masters in Education, Middle School Teaching

Dan: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics/Statistics with a minor in Economics. Math is my favorite subject to tutor and in general, I tutor all math related courses up to the college level. Some of my interests include baseball, basketball, football, rugby and hiking. I also play for the UConn Mens Rugby team. My favorite thing about math is relating it to things that I personally find interesting like sports or the economy.
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics

Linda: Portland ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
Hello, In order to introduce myself, allow me to begin by saying that I am currently attending Capella University where I am pursuing a Bachelors in Psychology. Prior to attending Capella, I earned a degree in Fabric Development and Marketing from The Fashion Institute of Technology. You might ask; ' What does a degree in Fabric Science have to do with Reading Comprehension, or Business in general? That is a fair question...
Education & Certification
Fashion Institute of Technology - Associate in Science, Textile Science
Capella University - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
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The ACT is one of the most important exams you will take in your high school career. Everything from college admissions to scholarships and merit-based financial aid rests, at least in part, on this nearly four hour long exam. The exam has four sections: reading, English, science, and mathematics. In addition, there is an optional writing portion that requires you to create an essay in 40 minutes, to be scored along with the exam. Many colleges require students to take this essay portion and submit the score with their application. With so many important things relying on your scores from this one exam, it is important to perform your best. Varsity Tutors is here to help. We can find you one of the most experienced ACT tutors in Portland, OR, to try to help you potentially get the score you want.
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