Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Vancouver, WA

...well. I like to say that I teach "maieutically;" which comes from the Greek and means "to midwife, or aid in giving birth," in this sense, to an idea. I prefer to ask the student lots of guiding questions, instead of didactically infusing them with answers. This method results in what I like to call "intellectual exhilaration," in other words, the student is excited because they were able to create something out of themselves, instead...

...school mathematics as well as the S.A.T./A.C.T., because I believe a strong foundation in both of these areas is critical for succeeding in college. With tutoring, I find it most helpful to understand how the student thinks in order identify why he or she is struggling; by doing so, I am better able to relate to the student and make the material more approachable. In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies, spending time with...

...as they are given the tools for success. I aim to turn every "I can't" into "I know I can." I want to instill in my students a confidence in their own academic abilities and a true love of learning. I like to work with a student's unique skills to help them master new or difficult material. My ultimate goal is to help my students truly comprehend the material, and be able to apply what...

...that fits your specific learning style and interests. There's nothing better as a tutor than seeing a student have an "ah-ha!" moment or seeing improvement in test scores and skills, and it is my goal to help you get there. I am originally from Madison, WI, and although I have now lived all over the world and settled on the West Coast, I consider myself a cheese-head for life. In high school, my family moved...

...a passion for tutoring. I find a lot of beauty in topics from Mathematics to Literature to Latin, and I love finding new ways to explain complex topics to students. I have a degree in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Math, but I also have an extensive background in Latin Language, standardized test preparation, grammar, and writing. I'm currently pursuing a Master's Degree in writing, in an attempt to balance my education between the...

...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 method that works best for each student and to watch them succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am a musician and social media consultant. I enjoy hikes, cooking, and games of all types, particularly chess and Magic: the Gathering.... Every student is...

...along with my fiancee and our dog Max. I'm in the process of transitioning into a career in software development, and am currently attending a coding bootcamp downtown. When I'm not wrestling with Ruby and JavaScript, you can find me exploring Portland parks or hanging out reading and playing video games. I think I'm a great tutor because I genuinely love learning, no matter the subject, and I think that kind of passion for learning...

...an internship in the latter fields. Miss Couch graduated from Jesuit High School in Portland, Oregon with a GPA of 4.05 after taking AP and Honors courses and as a distinguished member of National Honors Society and Spanish National Honors Society. Miss Couch possesses excellent organization and communication skills, proficiency in basic computer skills and a diligent work ethic. Miss Couch is an active member of Fordham Women's Club Squash and Women's Club Soccer, as...

...& Clark College, I majored in psychology and minored in Latin American Studies. I have completed coursework in many other areas, such as statistics, geometry, physics, Spanish, chemistry and art. I'm no stranger to standardized testing either. I have worked with kids of all ages in a variety of educational settings, from academic tutoring to guitar and vocal lessons. During tutoring sessions, I keep things light and fun while staying focused on the material. I...

...as a child care provider in 1998 and continued until I graduated from Law School. I also worked as a para-educator for down-syndrome children in Vermont public schools. For the past four years, I have taught at the collegiate level. I have taught many subjects including legal research and writing, political science, professional development, college career and success, sociology, computer science, English, ethics, and accounting. Besides my formal education, I have a diverse arts background,...

...recreation program at an elementary school that serves at-risk children. Living and teaching abroad in such international and worldly environments exposed me to people from all kinds of socio-economic backgrounds and cultures. It has allowed me to become much more of an understanding and tactful person, and as a result, I feel quite confident when tutoring subjects that I have the most experience with to individuals with various backgrounds. As nerdy as it sounds, I...

I enjoy teaching English from the funny, silly, and easy to remember point of view. It's a silly language, powerful but silly. English doesn't need to be hard, stuffy, and overwhelming. It needs to communicate what you want, clearly.

...it. After graduation, I obtained my TEFL teaching certificate and worked in a American school in Dalian, China. I began working with Chinese students aged twelve to sixteen who wanted to transition into American style education, often with an intent to go to a Western university. Teaching and tutoring for the past 4 years in China have greatly expanded my worldview of what is important. Students who felt like pawns in their parents' plans became...

...a variety of classroom settings. My experience along with my unique talents, devotion and trainings not only give me the ability to teach in any classroom environment, but make me a well-rounded tutor. My extensive background has given me a deeper knowledge of how to administer educational programs, manage classrooms of all types, coordinate parent nights and connect with the community. In my classroom I have implemented SCIOP and GLAD teaching strategies and use technology...

...with two books currently in print, which are the first of a three book series, as well as a novel I have self-published. I have also contributed to several almanacs for my publisher (Llewellyn Worldwide). I completed my Associate of Arts Transfer Degree at Mt. Hood Community College. I am attending Portland State University as an English major with a minor in Creative Writing. I am passionate about writing, and I enjoy writing about and...

I have 4 years of tutoring students with learning disabilities across various academic subjects. My teaching approach is to adjust a unique learning environment that fits the needs of each individual. I am a dedicated tutor because I strongly believe that everyone deserves proper education.

...this to be my calling as I retired from collegiate football with an injury and began to coach and help create Linfield College's football training program. Through this experience, my love for helping people learn and to eventually become teachers in their own right blossomed. While I specifically tutor writing (from MLA to APA formatting and styles) my tutoring style focuses on creating independent and critical thinkers. My hope and goal is for you to...

...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 to tackle what comes their way! I am currently studying Chinese Medicine in Portland Oregon, at...

I am a graduate student studying environmental policy, however, I graduated with a B.S. in Biology and have 6 months of Medical School under my belt. I enjoy teaching and finding new ways of explaining concepts in order to cater to a wider variety of learning types and students.

...Analysis? Absolutely! Python? Not quite math, you tricky person, but sign right up. I tutor a bit of physics and computer programming as well. Test prep, too. But who am I? I am a math music philosophy nerd. I love Gauss almost as much as I love Bach and I love Bach almost as much as I like Hegel. So chat to me about that stuff if you are so inclined. But you want to...