(218) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 97024
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Donald
Anthropologist - working in applied anthropology
I'm a Portland based anthropologist specializing in applied ethnographic work. I have conducted ethnographic research among hunter-gatherers and subsistence farmers in central Africa, among numerous Native American tribes in Oklahoma, and since 2001 with tribes in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon, including directly working for a Tribe for over eight years. I specialize in ethnographic research with hunter-gatherers and Native Americans of the Northwest, and am also interested in linguistics... Read more
Justin
English Tutor and Proofreader: Critical, Creative Reading and Writing
English language and literature are passions of mine, and my approach to tutoring is to try to inspire the same enthusiasm in pupils. This requires conveying a sense of appreciation for storytelling and awe at the power of the written word. Engagement with texts that will interest students is key. My tutoring strategy involves helping students realize their own way of understanding and using language. I strive to encourage learners to create their own proper ways of interpreting and expressi... Read more
Stephen
Experienced art teacher who focuses on skill and technique
We make art because it lets us communicate the things inside us that language has difficulty describing. Sometimes it is deep love for a parent, spouse, friend, or child. Sometimes it is wonder and awe at the beauty of nature and the world around us. At other times it is a suffering inside that is hard to deal with. For all these reasons to describe our emotions, often when we start creating something, our hands are unable to translate what our minds can picture. They might be able to creat... Read more
Christine
Masters Grad with Specialization in Politics, History and English
During college, I served as an elementary school tutor at Waddell Elementary for 2 years. I tutored two students in reading, math, spelling, vocabulary and science. We used a variety of games - such as hangman, word match etc. to learn new vocabulary words. Both of my students were very visual, so we used visual examples to help them think about ad Read more
Anita
Certified Elementary Teacher
My name is Anita. I am a certified elementary teacher. I currently teach first grade in the Reynolds School District. I have experience at most grade levels. I have also worked in after school tutoring programs, working with children who need extra help in reading and math. I enjoy working with children who need a little extra help to get them to grade level. I truly believe every child can succeed. Many children just need to see things taught in a different way. Most teachers lack the tim... Read more
Erika
Teacher and Homeschool Mom
I home school my kids through an online program. I have written a book that shows how to teach kids through having fun and different theme days. It is called "Learning and Fun All in One". I have my Master's degree in education. I am working towards the final steps and getting my teaching certificate. I have been a part of the local school district for the past 20 years. I enjoy working with all ages of kids and watching their face light up when they learn something new. This last school... Read more
Nico
Passionate educator in English, Literature, and Elementary Ed.
Hello and welcome! My name is Nico and I have a Bachelor's of Art in Women, Gender, Sexuality, and Queer Studies from Portland State University. Go class of 2014! I am currently a mentor/tutor at a local Multnomah County high school, working with sophomore level students through an AmeriCorps program. This program specifically works with students who are a part of marginalized communities. It is such a great passion of mine to work with high school students. Feel free to ask me more about ... Read more
Meredith
Experienced k-12 Language Arts and Social Studies Tutor
Hello! I worked as a literacy tutor for k-3rd grade students, and with an after school class of 6th graders, most of whom were English Language Learners. I have experience working with students from a variety of background who all faced different challenges in learning to read, write, and speak English proficiently. I am currently being trained and certified in Montessori education and believe children learn best when material is related to their own lives and experiences, and I believe an... Read more
Derek
Local College Grad, Tutor w/ Teaching Experience
Hi! I'm Derek. I live in Portland with two humans and two cats, and I love them all. I like to write, play music, and make art- I find joy in taking up new subjects and forms of expression. I really like painting, playing jazz and analog photography. My secret talent is language- I am fluent in English (of course), German, and am well on my way with Spanish. I have background tutoring languages (English, German, and Spanish) and music (saxophone, guitar, and bass). I taught a German discussio... Read more
Grace
Experienced Latin Tutor, Elementary-College level
I have lived in sunny Portland, Oregon since 2012 and in December, 2015 I earned my B.A. with Honors in Classical Studies, Ancient Languages concentration. I have completed through Advanced college Latin, as well as Advanced Ancient Greek at the undergraduate level. In addition, I spent January-June of 2017 teaching 5th grade Ancient Greek and 6th grade Latin at the Portland Waldorf School. I think what I love most about tutoring in Latin, as well as writing and editing essays, is the fact th... Read more