Catherine R.
Private tutor in Portland, OR
Education
English Major, Bachelor's Degree earned from Lewis & Clark College in May, 2013. 3.7 GPA. Work Study job (photo assistant) through the Publications & Communications department.
Experience
I tutored throughout boarding school at the nearby Boy's & Girl's Club. They were typically young in age, but some were upwards of 13 years old. Subjects ranged: English, Math, Science, History, Handwriting. I have also tutored a number of friends. I took a total of five AP classes at Mercersburg Academy in Pennsylvania, including AP Composition, AP Literature, AP Biology, AP U.S. History, and AP Chemistry. I also took advanced Calculus and advanced Spanish. My SAT scores were above average, but I prefer to tutor outside of standardized testing. I would truly love to become an official tutor. Throughout my school career, I witnessed a significant lack of tutoring and student support. Everybody deserves a chance to receive the help they deserve, especially when it comes to education. I recently graduated, and I would be honored to put my education to proper use. I have taken a good number of literature, psychology, and philosophy courses. My favorite subjects within my major were studying modernist literature and writing fiction short stories. Some other courses: Biology, East Asian Art History, Chaucer 300, Logic, Ethics, Fiction Writing (100,200,300,400), Communications, Social Psychology, Philosophy of Art & Beauty, Virginia Woolf Thesis Capstone, and two Spanish courses. I have a great ability to organize databases. I never talk down to someone because that person doesn't understand something. I love learning. I am great at time management. I am confident in my ability to speak clearly and concisely when attempting to describe or explain things. I always try my very best to help, no matter the situation. Positivity is key!
Availability
Any day at any time
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Hello! My first name is "Catherine," but I go by "Riley." I was lucky enough to graduate from Lewis & Clark College last summer and have been volunteering, writing, and traveling since then. Though it has been a fruitful experience, I am ready to move on to a new chapter. Teaching is one of my main focuses now, so I would be honored to help a child achieve clarity and build upon their academic confidence. Throughout elementary school and middle school, I experienced a number of teachers who lacked passion, or totally forgot about the importance of encouragement. Those two factors are crucial when it comes to learning, which is why I would love to spread my compassion and knowledge. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions! I look forward to hearing from you.
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