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The Best Public Speaking Tutors in Portland, OR

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Jesse B.

75/hour

Portland, OR

Experienced Public Speaking Instructor + 100s of Successful Students

5.0 (134)

204 hours tutoring

Response time: 46 minutes

I've enjoyed teaching Public Speaking and other oral skills courses for more than 10 years, in 2 universities and privately in the Portland area. I effectively guide beginning, intermediate, and advanced speakers to their presentation / speech goals. We focus on all aspects: confidence, message, content...

Expert Tutor Who Truly Cares About Your Success

One of the biggest benefits of working with Jesse is that she never rushes; she truly cares about your understanding and will take as much time as needed. She also explains concepts in a clear, simple way that makes even the tough... - Dylan, 36 lessons with Jesse

Bryan H.

120/hour

Portland, OR

College Professor, Linguist, Speech & Written Language Specialist

5.0 (480)

1,614 hours tutoring

Response time: 8 minutes

I have experience working with individuals and classrooms on the cornerstones of Public Speaking. We focus on organization of thoughts, clarity of these thoughts, and rationality of these thoughts. With subjects that people are most passionate about, it is important to have poise and rationality, rather than...

A tutor that knows exactly what he's talking about

I have failed the linguistics section of the English CSET three separate times and was feeling really defeated. One of my friends suggested Bryan and said that he really helped her develop the skills she needed. To be completely h... - Mary, 4 lessons with Bryan

Ariana T.

75/hour

Portland, OR

PhD in Psychology, Educator (6+ years), Writer & Editor

5.0 (3)

9 hours tutoring

I absolutely love writing, editing, and proofreading and would enjoy assisting you with any of your academic essays, college & grad school admissions essays, research articles, and creative writing. In addition to editing, I can also provide tutoring in 1) psychology, 2) public speaking, 2) SAT, ACT reading...

Allen L.

90/hour

Near Portland, OR

Public Speaking, Accent Reduction and Pronunciation

5.0 (20)

69 hours tutoring

I have coached over 1000 students in correct pronunciation and the American accent as a certified PESL instructor. I have over 5 years experience helping students of all ages improve their pronunciation and accent. I have over 20 years of public speaking experience. Trained and certified by Dynamic...

Kelly J.

50/hour

Portland, OR

Academic Tutor and Tennis Instructor

5.0 (218)

457 hours tutoring

Currently as an undergraduate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I have taken several classes and have organizational experience in Public Speaking in the collegiate student organizations: UW-Club Tennis, Finance and Investment Society, and the UW Student Foundation while holding executive board positions. I...

Judy S.

100/hour

Portland, OR

Tutor w/MA for QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Computers, basic Excel

4.9 (760)

3,165 hours tutoring

In order for the employees to instruct the courses I helped develop, they had to complete a "Train-the-Trainer" program which I developed and taught. This course was an elementary public speaking class, which proved to be highly successful. Many of the employees stated that it my public speaking...

Wonderful, skilled tutor!

My daughter has been working with Judy for several weeks now. Though my daughter is a third year high school German student, she is missing some very important basics and especially struggles with grammar. Judy has worked with h... - Cindy, 19 lessons with Judy

John P.

60/hour

Near Portland, OR

Tutor to Exceed your Needs

4.7 (10)

22 hours tutoring

I am qualified to teach, coach, public speaking based on my experience as an educator, teacher, and prior member of a leading speech organization. I have taught in China, Thailand, and the United States. All of these places have very diverse cultures and audiences. Speaking in front of all of them was not easy....

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Brian T.

44/hour

Public Speaking Coach

5.0 (1057)

2,353 hours tutoring

Response time: 10 minutes

...communications and leadership. I have taught public speaking classes for Toastmasters members and I have taught public speaking in the Mount Laurel community education program. I also taught a public speaking course to employees of the Burlington County...

Knowledgable Roblox tutor

Brian is very skilled in the subject of computer programming. He helped me grasp the concepts of Roblox functions, I was able to apply these skills to create a game. I recommend Brian as a tutor. - Noah, 3 lessons with Brian

Frank S.

275/hour

Public Speaker to All Ages and All Size Crowds

5.0 (1398)

6,423 hours tutoring

Response time: 9 minutes

I have been a public speaker for over 15 years, speaking to crowds as small as 10 and as large as 2,000+. I have taught public speaking to middle and high school students as well as college level students and even adults. I can help you...

800 on SAT

Frank is the best tutor out there. No discussion. After a few sessions with my son. My son started getting perfect score of 800. I didn’t even things that’s possible. My son is always excited about the sessions. Thank you Frank! - Mary, 14 lessons with Frank

Bob P.

90/hour

Enthusiastic Expert in Writing, SAT/ACT, AP Hist/Lit

5.0 (610)

2,158 hours tutoring

A former AP/Honors History and Lit teacher, I have extensive experience tutoring HS, MS, and college students (GACE-certified in HS/MS History, Political Science, English, and Geography) and unique real-world experiences and credentials. After...

Bob is awesome! My son really enjoys this time with him and it learning a lot.

Great instructor! Bob is excellent with with my son. He is very good at explaining things that are taught for the SAT and really digging into the details or learning proper English skills. I would recommend him for anyone wanting... - Luke, 11 lessons with Bob

Kim L.

40/hour

Public Speaking Coach

5.0 (72)

232 hours tutoring

I have been certified by Toastmasters International, won many contests and coached others to be winners in speaking competitions. I can help build confidence and skills particular to American audience expectations. My MA in English/ESL helps with...

Susan B.

50/hour

Speech Coach With Extensive Public Speaking Experience

4.9 (636)

4,224 hours tutoring

I have a unique blend of public speaking experience as a former high school Speech and Debate coach and teacher and as an entrepreneur and business owner. I have also judged numerous National Forensics League high school Speech...

Fantastic tutor, a true gem!

My family and I are all very grateful to Miss Sue for helping my son to improve his writing and presentational skills over the past couple of months. Miss Sue was extremely flexible and patient with my son. He was applying to coll... - Eka, 17 lessons with Susan

Dina S.

145/hour

Experienced Public Speaking Coach Will Help You Speak Confidently

5.0 (628)

3,218 hours tutoring

I have been working with students to improve their public speaking for four years. As a certified etiquette consultant and former engineer, I bring a unique qualification and skill set that can help you improve your confidence and ability...

Super helpful and supportive trainer

Dina has been fantastic. She is professional, positive (no negative self talk is one of her rules), and supportive. She given actionable exercises and at home practices to help with speaking confidently. I have already noticed a d... - Sherry, 4 lessons with Dina

Holly D.

50/hour

American Sign Language Tutor & ASL Interpreter

5.0 (219)

812 hours tutoring

Hello everyone, I'm Holly! I have been tutoring American Sign Language since 2021 and, as of February 2025, I am a certified Novice Interpreter for the state of Utah. I have been studying American Sign Language since 2013 and have a...

Thorough and interested!

We met with me having a very specific goal. She researched what I was interested in learning and was well-prepared. She also listened to my thoughts about what I envisioned. She was thorough, patient, and so sweet. Looking for... - Kathy, 5 lessons with Holly

Riley Y.

100/hour

Ivy League Student Offering Public Speaking, Writing, and College Prep

5.0 (62)

153 hours tutoring

Throughout my time as a captain for my high school speech and debate teams, I also worked with training new members on research, public speaking, and competitive argumentation. I lead both the speech and debate teams to State Championships,...

Karen K.

125/hour

Public Speaking Training Specialist and Coach

4.9 (398)

1,772 hours tutoring

Response time: 32 minutes

I have taken numerous public speaking courses at Michigan State University and through career development workshops and seminars such as the Sandler Sales Training and the Weld Coxe Group. I was an active member of several public relations...

The MOST AMAZING College Essay Tutor & More!

My daughter and I have been meeting with Karen for over 4 months writing college essays. She is extremely knowledgeable, meticulous, and supportive. We met Karen for the first time and knew that she was the perfect match. Her pers... - Michelle, 29 lessons with Karen

Hanees H.

100/hour

Expert Public Speaking & Advocacy Coach | Award-Winning Speaker

Response time: 8 minutes

As an award-winning speaker, I have excelled in mock trial oral arguments, academic presentations, and persuasive speech competitions. With over two decades of experience in public speaking, coaching, and competitive advocacy, I help...

Positive Results

My son, who has ADD finds it extremely difficult to focus on and/or retain things that he doesn’t enjoy or that he finds to be boring. After the first tutoring session my son told me that he feels he has made more progress with 1 ... - Casey, 3 lessons with Hanees

Alan J.

225/hour

Experienced Public Speaking Coach

5.0 (826)

2,934 hours tutoring

I have an MBA from Stanford, where I was trained in public speaking. Since then I have made more than 50 business presentations and public speaking engagements. I currently coach executives on how to make effective business...

Highly experienced, and creative college coach

Alan worked with my son to help decide which option was best. He helped us understand what we needed to do, and what essays to write. His process made it so that after seeing a few iterations, my son can replicate it himself. With... - Vijaya, 20 lessons with Alan

Alex S.

75/hour

Speech and Debate Coach Specializing in Confident Public Speaking

5.0 (76)

378 hours tutoring

Response time: 4 minutes

...school, teaching six multi-week group classes, and judging at numerous tournaments. I have taught students in general public speaking skills, general argumentation skills, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, Extemporaneous Speaking, Impromptu Speaking, Original...

knowledgeable and patient tutor

Alex was very patient and kind with our son. He was detailed and went through the thought-process and mechanics of speech writing and public speaking. Breaking it down topic by topic has been very insightful and helpful for Sana... - Pragyna, 32 lessons with Alex

LAURA B.

125/hour

English Language Professional

Response time: 50 minutes

Professional Educators License Homeschool parent and leader Content creator for corporate communications Toastmasters International Public Speaking Regional champion Skilled in MLA, APA, Chicago-Style, outlining, essay writing, compelling...

Nina P.

75/hour

Marshall Scholar Specializing in Writing, Public Speaking, and Debate

5.0 (10)

87 hours tutoring

...through writing. My background as a debater and debate coach prepares me to help students develop key skills in public speaking and argumentation. As a debater, I was the top speaker at the 2017 Tournament of Champions in Lincoln Douglas and won...

James E.

107/hour

Masters in physics, 18 years tutoring, 10 years online tutoring.

Response time: 33 minutes

I do a weekly podcast were I discuss the history of philosophy. I have over 4 years of experience in public speaking: lecturing to as many as 100 students at a time, giving political speeches and recording podcasts.

Great tutor and very patient

James does an excellent job tutoring Calculus 4-differential equations. He has an excellent grasp of the subject and provides examples from physics that illustrate the useful application of the topic. - Malva, 26 lessons with James

Susan M.

147/hour

Public Speaking, Presenting, Interviewing (Expert Communication Coach)

4.9 (112)

410 hours tutoring

Response time: 23 minutes

As a masters level Licensed and Certified Speech Language Pathologist, I am trained in rate, rhythm, vocal range and variation, pitch and intonation of speech. Additionally I am an advanced, Level II, Embodied Presence Teacher, that supports you...

Accent reduction, leadership development, and public speaking/presentation

Susan helped me refine my goals during the first session. She customized the class based on my profile and adapted her teaching throughout the sessions. We worked on accent reduction to improve my pronunciation as a non-native Ame... - William, 14 lessons with Susan

Roy P.

45/hour

Respiratory Therapy/Proofreading/Anatomy tutor for hire

4.9 (604)

1,736 hours tutoring

Response time: 5 minutes

I am qualified to tutor students in public speaking because I give presentations on a regular basis in my current job. Also, I earned an A in my Speech classes in classes. I feel that with my educational background and experience in making...

Very knowledgeable in Respiratory Care

I was struggling to pass my clinical simulation exam for the NBRC after failing the first time. I found Roy through Wyzant and thank goodness I did. Roy helped me to pass my clinical simulation exam after only one session with him... - Madison

Kristine H.

126/hour

Public Speaking Coach | 20+ Yrs Experience | Licensed

Response time: 29 minutes

For over 20+ years, I have been supporting clients with presentations, interviews, and all areas of Public Speaking. My training in Speech Therapy and membership in Toastmasters International offers the very best techniques to my clients. I...

Transformative Public Speaking Coaching with Kristine: Highly Recommended!

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kristine for public speaking coaching, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Kristine has an expertise for breaking down challenging topics into simple, easy-to-understand terms, which m... - Paul, 8 lessons with Kristine

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Lili Z.

27 lessons

Joe also mentored me and gave me excellent advice on having career development discussion with my manager. Over time, we also worked together on impromptu speaking, prepared speeches, presentation, book sharing and much more. It's been a wonderful journey with Joe and I look forward to working with Joe for years to come. I have recommended Joe to multiple close friends who want to improve their public speaking skills, and need professional advice to bring it to the next level.

Paul H.

8 lessons

Her personalized approach helped me gain confidence and improve my speaking skills significantly. Kristine's feedback is always constructive and encouraging, making each session productive and motivating. Her coaching has truly made all the difference in my public speaking journey. If you're looking to enhance your public speaking abilities, I highly recommend Kristine!

Jay J.

2 lessons

Thanks to her supportive and thoughtful coaching style, the lessons are also very pleasant and enjoyable. I wish I had met her earlier in my career and feel lucky to get coaching from her even now. I am very grateful for her dedication and efforts, and truly value the techniques that are from her extensive experience. It is my honor to recommend Ms. Shelley to anyone who is looking for a wonderful coach to improve his or her public speaking. I look forward to our continuing sessions very much.

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