Hi, I’m Susan! I’m a licensed substitute teacher in Oregon with over six years of experience teaching and tutoring. I specialize in ESL, English, and humanities subjects like history and literature, and I’ve taught more than 700 students. My teaching style is patient, supportive, and adaptable, helping you build confidence while meeting your goals. With dual B.A. degrees in Applied Linguistics and Arts & Letters, plus TESOL certification, I bring expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. Let’s make learning clear, engaging, and rewarding!

I'm a licensed teacher with a passion for sharing my love of reading, writing, and history! I am endorsed to teach secondary English Language Arts and Soial Studies, and I love to work with students to find out what they need the most support with to help them grow and succeed. I have a Masters of Arts in Teaching, and a Bachelor's degree in History with minors in Literature and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). I have participated in teaching fellowships with students who will become first generation college graduates, and am currently working with a before and after school program for elementary age students. I have a...

As a certified elementary school teacher with a reading specialist endorsement, I have the educational background and experience to guide students towards success. I have homeschool taught three students and have tutored a dozen students in reading, writing, and math for the past two years. Prior to that I taught first and second grade for three years and earned my graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction from George Fox University. I have the empathy and knowledge students need to meet their goals and would love to help your students succeed.

My name is Avery Kester, and I work with students in Reading, Writing, Literature, English, and Creative Writing subjects. I earned my MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Nebraska in January 2021. My focus as a tutor is on treating each student like an individual and working together to create a plan that focuses on growth and success. I have worked individually with students ages 7-19 and have some experience teaching at a collegiate level. I like to have fun with students, I never want writing and reading to feel like a chore. I often let students pick their own materials, with guidance from myself, and we spend time reading

I am a dedicated tutor and student advocate with a background in higher education and non-profit sectors. I graduated from The New School, a social research university, where I specialized in cultural studies and textual analysis. Prior to my studies at TNS, I was an English Literature major and writing tutor at SUNY Fredonia. Since relocating to Portland OR, I have embarked upon a career in student counseling and tutoring high school and college students. I am passionate about supporting students in their academic journeys. Through my intentional approach, I help students navigate the complexities of educational systems. In my previous roles

As a graduate student and mentor currently enrolled at Portland State University, I spend lots of my time supporting others. I have two years of experience as a special education teacher, as well as a bachelors degree in English and Special Education. I grew up in a family of educators and helping my mom as a kindergarten teacher for the past 20 years and my older sister as an English teacher. I am very passionate and am able to provide student’s clear access to their individual growth.