Top AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Portland
Joy: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations,...
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University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Tessa: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...History. I strive to bring students toward their lightbulb moments not by repeating facts until they're drilled in, but by helping my students understand precisely why the laws of science, the rules of grammar, and the events of history are the way they are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and their nuanced...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Marty: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...and I've been working at that job ever since, and loving it. I'm active in my local Lutheran church and served as its financial secretary. I'm currently an elder in my church. I've taught in summer school and in after school programs too. I do love teaching... that's why I can't seem to leave it. These days I'm employed as a paraprofessional at Middletown High School. I spend a lot of my spare time with...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Mathematics Education
Wesleyan University - Masters, Mathematics
State of Connecticut - Certificate, Mathematics Teacher Education
Justin: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in 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.
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Connecticut - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Nashwa: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...tutored students on a variety of subjects to supplement their education in school. From my experience so far, my teaching philosophy is to guide the student to the answer and not to force information on them. I try my best to provide them with a comfortable atmosphere where they have the confidence and curiosity to find the answer to problems themselves. I try to ask stimulating questions and provide relevant information and resources to help...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, Computer and Information Systems Security
Lisa: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...Connecticut. I am a certified professional in both general and special education. I have conducted academic assessments, chaired planning and placement team meetings, developed individualized education plans (IEPs), conducted behavior evaluations, and created individualized curricula. I have expertise working with learners from elementary school through college and am a certified K-12 teacher. As an education professional, I am skilled at helping all learners achieve mastery. Let me help you become the student you have the...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, Educational Psychology
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Educational Psychology
Jon Andre: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...Angeles (UCLA). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a pre-med track. I am currently a grad student at the Yale School of Public Health. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have instructed SAT/ACT classes for low-income students in the Los Angeles area. I truly believe that education is the gateway to success. It is my teaching philosophy to ensure that each student has individualized attention. I work to enhance a student's...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Asian American Studies
Yale University - Master of Public Policy, Public Health
Ellis: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...a successful tutor for over ten years specializing in SAT and PSAT preparation including reading comprehension, grammar, and essay and term paper writing. SAT and PSAT tutees have consistently achieved 150 200 point gains. Libraries throughout CT (including New Haven, Wallingford, East Haven, Cheshire, Bethany, Woodridge, and Madison) have acknowledged these successes by repeatedly selecting me as presenter of library sponsored SAT preparation seminars. (The seminars have garnered substantial positive online and print publicity). These...
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Trinity College Hartford CT - Bachelors, Modern Languages
University of Pennsylvania School of Law - PHD, Law
Joshua: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...especially love logic, discrete maths, probability theory, and game theory. I have tutored, course assisted, and led my own courses at Stanford University, Wesleyan University, and more. I work best with students grades 6 and onward in subject areas and on standardized tests. I also enjoy working with college students and students preparing for graduate applications. I believe that the development of critical analysis skills is the most important thing I can teach, and I'm...
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Stanford - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Riya: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...New Haven, CT. I am originally from New Jersey, and have been living in Connecticut for a year now; so far I love it here! I enjoy working with student's from all backgrounds and all ages. My favorite age group(s) to work with are grades seven through twelve. I am going to be a high school English teacher, so that is my passion. I can help with Social Studies, Global Studies, and Spanish, as well...
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Montclair State University - Bachelor of Education, English
Relay Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Education
Gregory: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...both the music and film industries. This gives me the ability to teach while integrating pop culture, movies, TV, music (and maybe even humor?), making the subject matter a LOT more accessible, understandable and yes, in some cases, even enjoyable! I've been teaching all levels of history/social studies for over 20 years (middle and high school), as well as teaching AP-level US, World and European History, test prep, and I've even served as Department Chair...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Digital Communications and Multimedia
University of California-San Diego - Masters in Education, Education
Cassandra: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...and have a great passion for sharing my knowledge with others! I am most passionate about math and hard sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics and have most experience tutoring middle school, high school, and college students. My mission is to develop students' problem-solving skills so that they can get to the answers on their own to not only improve their homework scores but also help on quizzes and tests through better knowledge of...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Nichole : Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...using a bunch of tricks up my sleeve that many teachers may not use. I know many (current) students struggle with these topics but I'm here to spice learning up a bit. Traveling across the East Coast recently has shown me how many different learning styles students have and has made it easier for me to accommodate to different needs. I believe having a strong support system, especially regarding academics, can help a student enjoy...
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High Point University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Abbey: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...some laboratory investigation. Since then, I have transferred into Central Connecticut State University to pursue psychology and biology. I have some experience in assisting students in grasping new concepts while sitting in on some general chemistry classes in high school, and it's wonderful to spread a comprehension and a love for subjects that are traditionally perceived as difficult. I also enjoy horseback riding, which I have participated in for 11 years, as well as choral...
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Central Connecticut State University - Current Undergrad, Psychology/Business
Vanessa: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...with a focus in food policy and law. During my undergraduate studies I spent my time in political organizations and in research, teaching fellowships on political philosophy at Harvard Effective Altruism and serving as a Visiting Researcher in food policy at the University of Cambridge. After graduating, I spent time as a researcher in political science and history and mentored students working towards attending top schools in the US and UK, providing one-on-one help with...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Social Studies Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
Eric: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...Lawrence College. I am a teacher consultant with the Connecticut Writing Project (UCONN), a representative and fellow with the Yale New Haven Teachers' Institute and a national fellow with the Yale National Initiative Teacher's Institute. I have coauthored the New Haven Public Schools English curriculum for grades 11 and 12. I have been teaching for eight years and working with youth in the nonprofit sector for over a decade. Outside of school, my passions are...
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Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelors, English
Sarah Lawrence College - Masters, Writing
Jessica: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...innovative, engaging lessons today! I am a certified English teacher for grades 7-12 and a certified Reading Specialist for grades K-12. I love working with students of all ages in order to highlight their potential and strengthen any areas of concern. My teaching experience includes teaching for over nine years at the high school level, I have taught all levels of high school English including AP Language and Composition, 9th grade Honors, 9th grade College...
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Fairfield - Bachelor in Arts, English
Sacred Heart - Master of Arts Teaching, Education/Reading
Brian: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
...years at University of Connecticut Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Cell Biology and Sociology I can provide both structured tutoring, where I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to access when...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
University of Connecticut - Master of Science, Public Health
Samantha: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
Hello! I am primarily a language tutor for high school-level English and Spanish. For English, this includes: writing, essay editing, and some AP test prep. For Spanish, it includes: vocabulary, grammar, reading, study skills, and also some AP test prep.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College MA - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
Alexander: Portland AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Portland, OR
Hi! I'm Alex, a freshman at Dartmouth College. I've pursued my academic passions, particularly writing and literature, history, and mathematics passionately throughout high school, and now I would love to pass on the knowledge I've gained to students who are eager to learn. I work best with students who are attentive, focused, and have an open mind and a desire to improve their critical thinking skills.
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 770
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