Award-Winning English Tutors in Hillsboro, OR

As a tutor and college graduate, I am dedicated to the advancement of the scholastic skills and personal empowerment of my students and clients. Clear, honest, open communication are integral to the tutoring/client relationship. Accuracy, preparedness and professionalism are paramount to my tutoring approach. As your tutor, I vow to apply these attributes to every tutoring session. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have before, during, or after tutoring sessions.... My teaching approach,...

...with students at Stuyvesant High School, the leading public high school in the state of New York. While I tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring Writing and U.S. History. I believe Writing and History are both examples of secret storytelling in the midst of every day experiences. I find it incredibly exciting to aid my students in finding the fun! My teaching philosophy is all about making learning fun, and...

...amount of experience working at the elementary, high school, and undergraduate levels in Classical Latin language, as well as Etymology and supplemental Latin tutoring. In the past, I had worked as an assistant and subject Latin tutor for primarily undergraduate students while attending University of Puget Sound and then Utah State University. More recently, I was given a wonderful opportunity to create my own Latin Curriculum and class at the K-7th Grade school, Fayette Street...

...about any student, especially those with test anxiety, concentration issues (such as those related to ADHD), and other mental or health concerns. One of my greatest strengths as a tutor and a teacher is helping students develop the skills to support inner well-being. This might include breathing and relaxation exercises, goal-setting, communication skills (whether with teacher or peers), psychological reframing exercises or other advice tailored to keep students focused and feeling at their best, ready...

...VESL/IET classes that lead to certification, and most recently, a technical writing class for first year students. Moreover, I am currently on a committee that assesses ESOL Scholarships; and finally, a committee that will evaluate incoming writing samples to determine placement in English classes. The subjects I tutor include: all ESOL skills, English, and academic/college level Writing/Reading. While living in Morocco with family, I decided to teach for an educational service. There, I quickly realized...

Hi there, I am a teacher in Portland Oregon. I currently teach middle schoolers who have been identified as having EBD. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and help you learn more about the subject you are looking for tutoring in!

...subjects, but tutoring in any area of English is near and dear to my heart. I love helping students experience stories and learn how to use their own words to tell their own stories. I truly believe that stories make us better people, and I love being able to share the power of stories with children. Outside of academia, youll most likely find me reading a book. I love all types of fiction. Right now...

I am a current undergraduate student at Wake Forest University and I am majoring in Political Science and minoring in Psychology. I primarily tutor high school students in literature and writing but I also tutor students in Algebra (middle school and high school level). As a tutor I incorporate visual learning with a clear structure and notes to help students gain the most from each session.

...every personality type connects with tests well, and I try to explain to my students some tricks they can use to make tests or assessments less intimidating. Reading a test can sometimes feel like learning a second language, and I emphasize that, not only is understanding it doable, but it IS possible to own it and make it approachable in a way that works personally with you. This makes every test afterward much less psychologically...

I am eager to help students be successful by providing them with opportunities to engage in hands on learning. As a teacher my motto has been, "If I am bored teaching, then my students are bored learning". I LOVE to have fun while teaching and pride myself on being creative and thinking outside the box.

...have great success in life, and I am grateful I get to be a part of that stepping stone! I love spending time with friends and family, reading, and the great outdoors. Right now I am a Teacher, and I love it! I have played violin for 10+ years now, and I am so amazed at how important music is to a students education. Again, I am so happy to be able to work with...

...stupid (Albert Einstein) ." Every student can learn, just not in the same way or day. I understand and have experienced that feeling of frustration and confusion while learning due to a "cookie-cut tutor". Therefore, after all these years of tutoring, I highly value the differences (race, gender, ethnicity, learning styles/speeds) between my students. The essence of my tutoring principles are built on what I hold to be irreplaceable in the process of learning: ethics...

I am a science communicator with a background in English, biology, and environmental education. I have worked previously on a citizen science initiative, The American Kestrel Partnership, and recently graduated from the University of Oregon with M.S. degrees in Environmental Studies and Multimedia Journalism. In my free time, I play competitive roller derby for Portland's Wheels of Justice.

I have my elementary education teaching certificate, middle grades language arts certificate, and ESL education certificate in the state of Arizona. I was a 4th grade teacher for 1 year and an 8th grade English teacher for 3 years. I use modeling, real-world and self connections, and differentiated tutoring for each student I work with. My tutoring sessions are student-centered, complete with self-reflection and self-motivation, which allows them to take ownership over their own learning.

...schools. I also focused on how diversity in children's literature impacts identity development. I went on to study Education at UCLA in their Teacher Education Program, where I earned my MEd and California Preliminary Teaching Credential. Throughout my college years, I gained experience working with Pre-K, TK, K, 1st, 2nd, and 4th-grade classes. Once I obtained my credential and graduated, I gained more experience working at a bilingual (Spanish) school teaching 1st-grade, and later at...

...enjoy using technology as much as I can. I understand that kids think and learn differently, and it's my job to help them grow and make progress. Want to know a little about me? I am a graduate of the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!) and Washington State University. Outside of work, I enjoy CrossFit, running (and other sports), spending time with my husband and friends, and exploring all things Portland. A Few of My...

I am a student at the University of Washington Michael G. Foster School of Business who wants to help you succeed! I am patient and resourceful and aim to make your tutoring session an engaging, fun, and most importantly, fruitful interaction. Looking forward to helping you learn!

...have been a teacher for almost 20 years! I taught Elementary Music for 14 years in public schools. I have taught English online for a year and art, music, math and writing online for a year. I believe learning should be fun and geared toward the individual learner! I enjoy teaching the visual arts vocal music, music theory as well as math and writing. I have two boys of my own age 9 and 4...

...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 and short stories as a hobby. I am also passionate about improv theater and am involved in several improv groups in the Portland area. In terms of my tutoring style, I think that learning...

Learning should happen in a fun and supportive environment. Each student learns their own way and needs a different level of help, which is why I cater each lesson to the students specific needs and learning style. The right tutor can change the way one student feels about learning and accepting challenges.