40 Hollis Center Tutors

I have a varied skill-set, and work experience, as well as a strong educational background specializing in general psychology, and media psychology. I am also proficient in the use of various computer programs including: SPSS, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. I hold graduate and undergraduate degrees in psychology. I started playing the flute in 5th grade and I have played in marching, pep, and concert bands. While in school I was selected to play for district and state honor bands, as well as a ... ... More

My name is Paul. I'm a bit of a word-smith. My skills and my concentration are with conveying ideas attractively and digestibly. I enjoy helping others internalize data and concepts and have spent a great deal of my time learning how to communicate intellectual ideas effectively. In this vein I am very patient and steadfast in trying to analyze the learning needs of one with whom I have established dialogue. I have attended School at two Colleges: Southern Maine Community College, where I ... ... More

I have taught private voice, piano and theory lessons for sixteen years. I am a professional vocalist, pianist and music director as well. I love watching my students improve as they study and develop their technique, their ear, and their confidence. I have a classical background, but also teach pop and Broadway songs vocally. Pianists should start with basics and then they can add in favorite songs they'd like to learn. My knowledge of music coupled with a genuine enjoyment for teachin... ... More

I tutored students through the Mathematics and Statistics program at the University of Southern Maine during my undergraduate education. I was listed to teach most forms of mathematics ranging from college algebra through real analysis (a form of theoretical calculus). I tutored students in a special room, in person, upwards of twenty hours a week. I had one of the most well-experienced and -respected pure math professors recommend me to students, and several students ended up coming to m... ... More

If you have gotten a new camera, or are getting one for Christmas, and want to know how to use it, I am your guy : I have been teaching the Portland Adult Education basic "How to Use Your 35mm Camera" class since 1990 or thereabouts. That is a nuts and bolts class that explains how a camera works, what the knobs, switches, and dials do, how apertures, shutter speed, and film speeds all inter-relate, etc. We get into color balance, composition, digital files, capture, film, filters, quite a bi... ... More

I have been a certified teacher in Maine for 17 years. I have taught sixth grade for many years and the last couple of years I have taught English at a local high school. I am certified as a K-8 general education and 7-12 English. I have also worked as an adult-ed teacher for a few years helping students prepare for their GED. I have a wide range of expertise and especially like working one-on-one with folks who have a specific goal in mind. I do much of my tutoring in the summer months ... ... More