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I'm a mother of 5 grown children, have a degree in Speech Language Pathology. I have taught 1st and 2nd grade for 12 years at a private school in Summerville. I love helping children excel in reading and learning techniques that will help them across all subject areas.
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I'm an anthropology major, currently enrolled at Clackamas Community College. I have been privately tutoring friends and family for the past three years in Writing, Math, and Music Theory. I have past volunteer experience at an elementary school where I was a student helper. I have also done some brief babysitting in the past. I...
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My name is Ryan D! This is my fifth year teaching middle school math in Oregon.
I was born in Vietnam and moved to the U. S. when I was 14. I graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescents Development (Preps for Teaching) and Mathematics. A year later, I obtained a MEd: Secondary...
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Mason F.
Happy Valley, OR
$21-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Mid twenties college student, pursuing a masters in Physics/Engineering. Currently available to tutor math up until multi variable calculus! (This will change as I continue to go higher up in my education) I can help with most other subjects at a high-school level, but math is my most comfortable. I'm looking to do primarily...
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Executive Functioning Coach. Educator trained in five major pedagogies. More than my academic training, it's the friendships I build with students that allow me to be an effective educator.
BA Education/MFA Literature. Three years collegiate teaching experience.
I've built education programs for nonprofits. During Covid, I...
5.0
"Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in multiple subjects, she has brought out the best in him, and...
Reviewed by Elissa B.
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Hi! I am a multi media artist in Portland, Oregon. My tutoring background is specifically in art, but am I very capable of handling many other subjects. I have a years experience teaching Art Camps and doing private lessons. Age ranges in camps were anywhere from 6-15. Camps were about 20 kids, which taught me an awful lot about...
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As an experienced tutor, I am here to provide personalized, effective learning support. I'm a caring advocate and effective bridge between students and school. I see my role as a teacher and collaborator and my strength is meeting students where they are at. I completed a Master's in English and I've been trained in teaching and...
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"Natelie is not only a natural and experienced educator, she goes above and beyond what is expected and is dedicated to adapting her skills, knowledge and experience to meet the individual needs of my daughter....
Reviewed by Mary H.
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I have experience teaching a small classroom of children and privately tutoring a child. I taught Spanish in both of those instances. I have also volunteered at the Boys & Girls Club, where I assisted children with their homework very frequently. I feel confident enough to help with most subjects (especially if it's elementary...
5.0
"Claire is my daughter's Spanish tutor. She is very knowledgeable and is great with kids. She is fun and engaging."
Reviewed by Elizabeth S.
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I am an energetic, responsible and creative 26-year-old from San Diego, CA. I am recently graduated from Portland State University with my Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, Education and Sociology. I completed my undergraduate degree from Oregon State University in 2017 and have been traveling/ volunteering, nannying and...
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"I've hired many nannies, personal assistants, organizers, tutors, pet sitters, etc...over the years (most through care.com), and Megan is by far the best I've ever had. I hired her as a tutor and my girls love...
Reviewed by Kelly K.
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My name is Jess and I'm a current Occupational Therapy Doctorate student at Pacific University. I have been a tutor for students from around the world for six years, helping them achieve goals ranging from reading their favorite story on their own, to writing an A+ research paper, to passing the U. S. Naturalization Test to...
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"Jessica is one of the most thoughtful individuals that I've had the pleasure of meeting. When she is with you, she gives you her complete attention and truly listens to you. She is an excellent educator, has...
Reviewed by Josh S.
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Greetings! I am a former High School and College level math instructor with over 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience. Before relocating to the Portland area, I worked as a full-time teacher with the Ann Arbor (MI) Public Schools as well as a summer term instructor at the University of Michigan. I have also volunteered...
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"Nam tutors my 8th and 5th graders in math once a week. The 8th grader is in compacted math but wasn't always fully understanding the topics. Nam's been working with her to review her homework and returned...
Reviewed by Trenton B.
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I have a strong and varied career in theater and education. I have been working with children of all ages from diverse backgrounds and abilities for years both in private settings and in the school system. I have seen the power that theater has ; the power to build confidence and courage . I have taught Dance, Theater , Acting,...
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Hello! I'm Ms. Amanda. I have 15+ years of experience working with students online and in person. I work with students from prek-12th grade. I am a former charter school administrator, longtime tutor, teacher trainer, and youth mentor. I specialize in general academic coaching, organizational support, executive functioning,...
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"Amanda is punctual, organized, and friendly. She is great at keeping my son on task and we are so thankful for her flexibility and professionalism."
Reviewed by Casey P.
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"Learning Should Be Fun!" is my educational motto. I believe that students who have fun while learning, will master needed skills, and become life long learners. Life long learners choose to learn because they want to (self-motivated), not only because parents & educators say they "have to learn." My 20 plus years of experience...
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"Kathy has been the best blessing to my family for the past five years. She has taught my two oldest children and supported our family through many rough seasons in life. Kathy taught via video call through the...
Reviewed by Kara D.
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Hi! I currently work as a part time virtual learning tutor for a great family in Portland, and have some free time in my schedule which will allow me to offer my services to another family in need of some support during these turbulent times. I know a lot of folks are having difficulties wearing so many hats in the lives of...
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Exceptionally talented Educator with over 9 years of tutoring experience. Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Foster positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Enhanced student capabilities and self-esteem with hands-on and personalized tutoring. Positive and upbeat...
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"Lewis is absolutely an incredible young man. He takes the initiative to dive right in and kept my children engaged and active in their learning.
He is dedicated to his clients, true and a first class...
Reviewed by Ashley W.
Beverly B.
Portland, OR
$60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available, Experienced, In-person Teacher With SPED And Distance Learning Expert
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I am an experienced nanny, educator and caregiver specializing in working with children with ADHD, autism, and other learning or sensory challenges. I am also well versed in early childhood development and education. I have been particularly successful teaching reading. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of...
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"It was a pleasure to work with Beverly (Annie). Our daycare fell through and she came in last minute to watch our 1 year old for the day. She was very capable and we would work with her again. Thanks, Annie!"
Reviewed by Samantha Y.
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Hi! I am 27-year-old recent graduate of the prestigious University of Wisconsin Madison Physics Department. Here I worked as an educator and researcher, graduating with a Master of Science. I am a kind gentle giant, with years of professional education credentials.
From 2017-2020, I was a full time Teaching Assistant for the...
Sage S.
Portland, OR
$24-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have an undergraduate degree in mathematics with a focus in education. I have tutored students privately and within public school programs. My experience ranges from grade 6 to introductory collage math courses.
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I love all school subjects and especially art teaching.
I am learning yoga. I have worked in schools and in private tutoring. I have 12 years experience. I got straight A in college and made the deans list. Then I was president of the Art Education Society. I help others focus with study strategies that makes them want to take...
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Recent private tutor reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Sophia R.
5.0
Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in multiple subjects, she has brought out the best in him, and goes above and beyond, with his writing assignments (her specialty). We feel lucky to have...
- Elissa B.
Natalie Q.
5.0
Natelie is not only a natural and experienced educator, she goes above and beyond what is expected and is dedicated to adapting her skills, knowledge and experience to meet the individual needs of my daughter. She understands that not all children learn the same and has been extremely creative...
- Mary H.
Claire S.
5.0
Claire is my daughter's Spanish tutor. She is very knowledgeable and is great with kids. She is fun and engaging.
- Elizabeth S.
Megan W.
5.0
I've hired many nannies, personal assistants, organizers, tutors, pet sitters, etc...over the years (most through care.com), and Megan is by far the best I've ever had. I hired her as a tutor and my girls love her. They never complain when she comes (and we're talking academics three days a week...
- Kelly K.
Jessica V.
5.0
Jessica is one of the most thoughtful individuals that I've had the pleasure of meeting. When she is with you, she gives you her complete attention and truly listens to you. She is an excellent educator, has outstanding communication skills, and is an absolute pleasure to be with. Her breadth of...
- Josh S.
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Happy Valley, OR
How much do private tutors cost near me in Happy Valley, OR?
The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Happy Valley, OR is $24.50 as of May, 2024. The actual rate your chosen private tutor charges can vary depending on the subject you require help with and how experienced the tutor is.
How do I find a private tutor near me in Happy Valley, OR?
To find a private tutor near you in Happy Valley, OR. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Happy Valley and can compare your options by subject expertise, their hourly rate, and how experienced they are. For example, you can narrow your search to a private English tutor, private Spanish tutor, or even to private SAT tutoring services.
What types of private tutoring services are available near me in Happy Valley, OR?
The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Happy Valley, OR are usually for complex subjects such as chemistry, reading, or calculus. On Care.com, you can find private tutors near you who can teach a wide range of subjects for all grade levels, from elementary school to college.
How can I safely hire private tutoring near me in Happy Valley, OR?
When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Happy Valley, OR, we ask all private tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You can look for private tutors who have a badge on their profile that indicates they completed this background check. However, to safely hire a private tutor near you in Happy Valley, OR, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references and running an independent background check.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a private tutor near me in Happy Valley, OR?
When interviewing private tutors near you in Happy Valley, OR, it’s a good idea to ask them questions about how they gained their area of expertise, how they best engage with students, and what their instruction style is. You can also ask them to provide you with references from current or former clients who can attest to their skills.