Tutoring With Annie
About
Do you need to catch up on schoolwork, improve grades, or prepare for a test?
I have been tutoring students since 2008, for thousands of hours of private sessions. I have coached students to perfect 800s on all sections of the SAT, and high 30s on the ACT.
I teach:
- SAT/ACT/GRE test prep
- Pre-algebra
- Algebra I/II
- Geometry
- Precalculus
- essay editing
I tailor my tutoring to the individual needs of each student. My students have attended public, private, charter, and home schools, and I have worked with students with many learning differences, including ADHD and dyslexia.
A testimonial:
"Thank you for your wonderful help with both of our children- Catherine improved her ACT test scores from a 19 to a 25; she received many great offers and chose University of Portland. With the scholarship she earned we are well below the cost of a state university. Marty did even better; going from a 17 to a 25- he has now been accepted to all 8 of his schools - and has received offers totaling over $80,000."
- Di, parent
About me:
I have a BS in molecular bio from the UC Davis, and completed two years of graduate studies in environmental microbiology at UC Santa Barbara. After grad school, I discovered private tutoring was a great match for my skills. I truly enjoy working with students individually to help them surmount the many challenges school places in their paths.
I have been tutoring and teaching since 2008. I also tutored for the SUN after-school program in Portland, developed several classes for Saturday Academy, and teach SAT classes.
I am also an accomplished musician and songwriter (voice, various instruments) and I would love to work with more students who are studying music theory and voice!
I look forward to working with your student! Please contact me if you have any questions.
I truly enjoy working with students individually to help them surmount the many challenges school places in their paths.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to assess a student's previous tests or assignments and discuss their goals. If we are working on test prep, I like to review content first to ensure that students understand the test material, and then we move on to testing strategies.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I trained as a teacher during grad school and taught several classes.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My typical rate is $60 an hour. I am happy to work with groups of students who would like to share that cost.
How did you get started teaching?
After grad school, I discovered private tutoring was a great match for my skills. I truly enjoy working with students individually to help them surmount the many challenges school places in their paths.
What types of students have you worked with?
I tailor my tutoring to the individual needs of each student. My students have attended public, private, charter, and home schools, and I have worked with students with many learning differences, including ADHD and dyslexia.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I am also a musician, and I released a series of songs and videos this year.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
It helps to find someone with a lot of experience helping many different students.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Students should think about their goals for tutoring. Would they like to improve their test scores or grades? Would they like a deeper understanding of a subject? What can they share about their learning style and what is the best way for them to retain information?