Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Hillsboro, OR

...live in different communities throughout the world. I strive to kindle a similar appreciation and passion for language in my students. Whether I'm working as a tutor, teacher, academic coach, post-secondary counselor, or career mentor, I enjoy building relationships and helping others find success. I believe in an individualized approach and help my tutees find strategies and solutions that work for them. By identifying strengths and coaching self-advocacy, I encourage my students to take ownership...

...name is Rebecca and I am an experienced educator. I have spent three years in the classroom and I have a master's in Educational Studies from the University of Michigan. I take a constructivist approach to teaching, meaning I focus on helping students build on their prior knowledge to construct new understandings. With all my students, I take a strengths-based approach to build on the skills the student has and to help them meet academic...

...classes for non-native speakers in Egypt and during weekly Skype sessions. I have enjoyed helping some of my students prepare for the TOEFL test. I also can teach Arabic to native English speakers! As I went through the college admissions process not too long ago, I remember how rigorous and stressful taking the SAT and ACT can be. Knowing that writing and critical reading are my strengths, I committed to math tutoring to review certain...

...being clear in my explanations, listening actively to students' questions and concerns, and providing constructive feedback to help them improve. It has helped me to learn about every students learning styles to meet their individual needs. Because some students can learn better by using visual aids, hands-on activities, and group work. Encouraging students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills like open-ended questions, encouraging students to ask questions, and providing opportunities for students to apply...

...and Latin American History. I also competed nationally in high school as a policy debater, which makes me a good candidate for working with students on public speaking skills. For Younger Clients: I currently work as a preschool teacher at a school in Portland, which means I have ongoing, hands-on experience facilitating educational exercises for younger age groups. I also have the communication skills required for teaching younger children and am open to creating tactile,...

...a Master's of Art in Teaching from Lewis and Clark College (2006) and I live in Portland, OR. My undergrad degree is in History. I am a retired (but still licensed) special education teacher. I am certified to teach SpEd, Social Studies, and ELA for K-12. I have tutored adults who are studying to pass the US Citizenship test as well. I do my best to meet students wherever they are without judgment and with...

...more important for a student to learn to be an independent, self-motivated learner. Grades are a great motivator for a lucky few obviously "good students". The rest of us need some other reason to succeed. I am a retired social studies teacher. I taught American History and Economics - and most of the other high school social studies classes - for 27 years. I have a masters degree in secondary education and a second masters...

Education is my passion. I love learning and sharing that learning with others! I have had the good fortune to study abroad briefly in Spain and France as well as teach English in South Korea. I have tutored previously and look forward to continuing here. Whether you are exploring the structure of the human brain, the French language, or places past and present, I am here to help. ... Learning a subject comes from passion. Passion...

...a long history with one-on-one learning beginning as a high schooler when I first began teaching drum lessons. I continued to teach lessons through college and additionally began helping peers with their writing difficulties. I believe every student can be an outstanding writer or test-taker, the key is just to find the right individual approach. Students aren't all alike and there's no one right way to learn. I really value the chance to find the...

...subjects, writing is my favorite because it is so exciting to help people form their ideas and get them on paper! I believe real learning is fun and active, and I strive to tailor each tutoring session to each particular student. My hobbies include performing in community theatre, playing the piano and bagpipes, reading, and traveling. I've lived in France, Israel, and Scotland, and am currently planning a trip to New Zealand.

...others. I have hosted painting, life-drawing, and printmaking classes at my local studio and have experience teaching children and adults alike. Whether it be art history or fine arts, am passionate about encouraging improvement in a subject through positive engagement and a general interest. I believe in the education of the arts, as it is essential to life to hold some understanding of/hand in artistic studies. Outside of work, my hobbies include working on personal...

...their goals. I tutor students in English, TOEFL preparation, SAT Verbal and Critical Reading preparation, and essay writing. My favorite subject to teach is English, because I love watching someone progress from knowing just a few words of a language to speaking it with confidence. When I tutor, I focus on presenting information to students as clearly as possible so that they can apply it to assignments after our lesson. Further, I strive to understand...

Hello! I've been involved with education in one way or another all my life-- either as a student, grad student, documentary filmmaker and now as a Teacher K-12. I have one daughter in college, and one in high school. I've lived in California, and New York, but now am back home in Oregon where I grew up. I'm very friendly and I'm happy to help with whatever you need!

...students. From one-on-one mentoring of middle school sltudents, to small classroom work at the Refugee and Immigration Center, I have experience working with students of varying backgrounds and goals. Additionally, I have earned certification in English and Theatre subjects for grades 7-12. Currently, I teach middle and high school drama as well as 9th grade English. I am most passionate about the humanities; however, I tutor in a broad range of subjects. Along my educational...

...been my lifelong passion, spanning over 40 years in diverse rolesfrom seventh-grade teacher to middle school educator. My experiences in the Evergreen School District and as a tutor have reinforced my belief in fostering inclusive, supportive environments where every student can thrive. With a Master's in Education and a commitment to individualized learning, I strive to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in my students, guiding them to reach their fullest potential. Teaching is not just...

I have a Bachelor of Science in psychology and work as a daycare provider and private tutor. My favorite subject is writing. I am a skilled editor and sometimes freelance in content development for websites and other online media platforms. One thing students love to learn about me is that I am involved in wildlife rehabilitation and have had the pleasure of raising and releasing many wild animals including a crow!

...a patient and intuitive teacher. I try to make a meaningful connection with any student I work with, to build and maintain trust, and I work with them off of that base. I understand that all people have distinct learning styles and needs and I try to anticipate those needs and account for them in any lessons and practice I do. My passion is special education, as I believe every child has more potential than...

After working for what seems as a lifetime in healthcare administration, I realized that much of my role in leadership was education. It brings me sincere joy to assist others in learning new concepts through the style that best meets the student's style.

...a certified HR professional with 10 years of experience across a wide range of specializations including employee relations, leaves of absence, multi-state payroll operations, and legal immigration. I am a graduate of Yale University, with a passion for helping students gain admission to their college of choice through admissions essay review and feedback. My teaching style involves learning new concepts by way of real life examples and scenarios, good humor, and a no-stupid-questions mindset. I...

...craft and hone my educational style. I have sat on both sides of the tutoring table, and know how important it is to experience that sense of equality for the student to feel that they have some agency in the resulting relationship. This directly informs my tutoring philosophy. I believe patience and empathy are the keys to excel as tutor. I approach tutoring as a partnership between tutor and student forging an equal rather than...