Grade Levels
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Tutoring Specialties
ADD & ADHD, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Tiered Support, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Gifted/Advanced population, EL (English Learners), Students with varying disabilities
Bio
Hello! I am Nicole, a lifelong learner, educator, and education advisor. The grateful mother of two amazing public school students (elementary and middle school) living in Portland, Oregon, I am always working to make our lives feel full of adventure, meaning, and care - goals I also bring into my teaching. Beyond academics, I focus on building confidence, organization, and independence. I’ve mentored both high school students and adult learners, and I believe every learner deserves a personalized path forward. Whether you need support with reading, writing, study skills, or college prep, I bring patience, expertise, and encouragement to make learning fun, manageable, meaningful, and supportive.
Teacher Specialization
I am an experienced teacher and college/career advisor with 15+ years supporting students in reaching their goals. I hold a Master’s in Education (Curriculum & Instruction) and a current teaching license in Oregon. I have taught middle/high school English Language Arts, middle school social studies, high school AVID, substituted across grade levels and subject areas, and served as a college and career counselor. I specialize in guiding first-generation students and families through college and career planning, making applications and financial aid less overwhelming and more empowering, and in teaching English language arts and social studies in a way that inspires a love of reading, writing, and inquiry in even the most reluctant learners.
Courses
1st Grade Social Studies, 2nd Grade Math, 2nd Grade Social Studies, 3rd Grade English Language Arts, 3rd Grade Math, 3rd Grade Science, 3rd Grade Social Studies, 4th Grade English Language Arts, 4th Grade Math, 4th Grade Science, 4th Grade Social Studies, 5th Grade English Language Arts, 5th Grade Math, 5th Grade Science, 5th Grade Social Studies, English 10, English 11, English 12, English 9, English Creative Writing, English Language Arts 6, English Language Arts 7, English Language Arts 8, High School Admissions, Journalism, Pre-Algebra, PSAT Prep, Public Speaking, SAT Prep, Social Studies 6, Social Studies 7, Social Studies 8, World Geography
