American Literature Tutors in Hillsboro, OR
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Rebecca D.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Northwestern University - BM, Voice and Opera , New York University - MA, Education
Experience
While I most certainly have the ability to tutor in a wide range of subjects, I have found that I love to tutor United States history and writing the most. After all, I believe these are the subjects where people will find the best stories.It is my philosophy in teaching to...
Kenneth G.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - BA , Elementary Education
Experience
I enjoy including experiments and encouraging kids to think creatively while teaching . The most important traits needed for learning, however, are motivation and independence . My strategies are engaging, and I have the experience and ability to motivate students so they...
Allyson W.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Scripps College - BS, English/Biology , University of Oregon - MS, Environmental Studies/Multimedia Journalism
Experience
I am able to tutor students in science subjects like biology, ecology, and other life sciences . Study skills and organization are also important skills?that I can help students with . I can also help to prepare students for standardized tests?like?the PSAT, SAT, and GRE.In...
Katie M.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Emporia State University - BSE, Secondary Education Social Studies
Experience
In my leisure time, I like to read, go to the gym, and spend time out in nature. ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT Writing, Advanced Placement, Algebra, History, College Essays, English, Geometry, Grammar and Mechanics, IB Language B HL, IB Mathematics SL, Languages,...
Marilyn C.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Reed College - Bachelors, Classics
Experience
In addition, I have five years of experience teaching Jewish studies and basic Hebrew at a?Hebrew School . I believe that, if given the proper tools, all students can achieve their academic goals . My own goal is helping students attain mastery of their subjects so they can...
Crystal L.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Niagara University - BA, Psychology and Spanish , Lewis and Clark College - MA, Mental Health Counseling
Experience
In addition, I am willing to assist with preparing for standardized tests and with students in any level of Spanish . I have attended Niagara University and?Lewis and Clark College . In my spare time, I enjoy cats, crafting, music, spoken word poetry, tea, and yoga. 10th...
Kenneth C.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
University of Oregon - BA, English , Portland State University - MA, History
Experience
I am available to tutor many different subjects, including Literature, Grammar and Mechanics, American History, World History, Geometry, English, along with AP and IB courses . I can also help with preparations for the ACT, SAT, GMAT, and PSAT exams. When I have free time, I...
Cynthia T.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Harvard University - BA, Folklore & Mythology
Experience
I am a tutor who has a deep love for the Language Arts . It is my hope that my students see the wonder and joy of reading and writing, and are able to apply it to their lives .? I am a teacher, and have worked with students in a variety of different settings . These include...
Art E.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Arizona State University - BA, English , University of San Francisco - MFA, Writing
Experience
I obtained this degree while attending the University of San Francisco . Before getting my MFA, I got my BA in English at Arizona State University . I have experience teaching publishing and writing courses over the years . I enjoy working with individuals on their writing...
Eva F.
Private American Literature tutor in Milwaukie, OR
Education
Portland State University - BA, English , Pacific University - MFA, Writing
Experience
I returned to the U.S . to attend Portland State University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in English with a minor in writing . After taking a few years off to travel, I've enrolled?at?Pacific University to work toward my Master of Fine Arts in Writing .? As a writer, I...
Danielle P.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Southern Oregon University - BA, Theater Arts , Southern Oregon University - MAT, Education
Experience
in Teaching from Southern Oregon University . I hold certifications in Drama and ESL . Since I received my master's degree, I have taught and tutored children in China . My background includes teaching and/or tutoring?students ranging from pre-school through adult . I have...
Nicholas K.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
UC Berkeley - BA, English , UC Los Angeles - PhD, Comparative Literature/Latin American Studies
Experience
While overseas, I discovered that I was passionate about teaching and education . When I returned to the United States, I enrolled in the University of California, Los Angeles, and completed a Ph.D . program in comparative literature, where I specialized in Latin...
Aaron G.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Bennington College, Bennington, VT Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, January 2011, focus in Nonfiction University of...
Experience
Helping young people discover the power and pleasures of expression and the written word is extremely rewarding, especially when working with bilingual students and those for whom English is a second language . Even when writing and reading can be frustratingly difficult,...
Michael H.
Private American Literature tutor in Portland, OR
Education
2001 graduate of UCLA with a BA in American Literature and Culture (3.61 gpa -- cum laude)
Experience
I also enjoy working with young people and helping them feel inspired and courageous . I sometimes think it is as important that I help them with believing in themselves than remembering the quadratic formula, for example . Helping pupils develop the resources to fight...