Justin A.
Private tutor in Portland, OR
Education
I earned my Master's of Arts degree in Writing, with an emphasis in Fiction, from Portland State University in 2003. While studying there, I taught classes, worked as a tutor, and co-taught classes with Professors from other departments. I earned my Bachelor's of Arts degree in English Literature, with a Minor in Creative Writing from Linfield College in 2001. While there I earned an honors award for a short novel entitled "Boywhispers". My college education began humbly. I earned an Associate of Arts degree in English from Chemeketa Community College. While earning three degrees, I raised a son, experienced a divorce, and worked multiple jobs. I understand that students have lives outside of classrooms. There is no shame in seeking assistance from tutors. Good tutors see themselves as ongoing students, and respect their clients as equal human beings.
Experience
I have 10 + years teaching experience. Over that time I have taught students ranging from Middle School age to College. I have worked in High Schools, after school programs, and numerous colleges/universities. In addition to my teaching experience, I have over 8 years tutoring experience. During that time, I have tutored a wide variety of writers. I have also worked as a Writing Consultant, training beginning tutors and helping to establish tutor centers at local high schools. I have taught and tutored students of all ages, academic levels, and cultural backgrounds. I enjoy working one-on-one with people, reading their writing, and helping them explore new and interesting ways to strengthen their own voices. I value a student-centered approach that seeks to empower the student and meet their individual needs.
Subject Expertise
Creative WritingReadingPersuasive WritingLiteratureIntroduction to PoetryIntroduction to FictionFiction WritingEssay EditingEnglishAmerican LiteratureCollege EssaysAP English Literature and Composition9th Grade Writing12th Grade Writing11th Grade Writing10th Grade WritingTechnical WritingWriting
Availability
Any day at any time
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Music remains my greatest interest. Within that, I spend a great deal of time writing, playing, and recording. Music is the breath that sustains human culture. It binds people together and if accepted, can help us learn virtually any subject. I enjoy music of all eras and genres, while cultivating a strongly articulated personal taste.
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