"I'm a former HS English teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience with IB English, AP English, and Research and Writing. I've offered individual and small group tutoring on IB Extended Essay, AP Capstone, SAT/ACT Writing and Reading sections, and in college level writing and research projects as well. I'm an expert in getting my students to write compelling and unique college essays for US, UK, and European universities. My master's degree is in literature and writing studies and working especially with struggling students. I've worked both international and US schools and in both K-12 and HigherEd. I understand the rigorous nature and the high expectations of college-level work and college admissions. Having taught courses such as Freshman Composition as an college instructor and advanced courses such as IB English Literature and AP English Language and Composition, I possess a breadth of knowledge of the types of assessments students encounter in their coursework.

With over 20 years working as an editor/writer in various capacities both professionally and personally for friends and family, I've become skilled in providing effective and consistent feedback to students of all ages and am a master at reworking resumes and cover letters for both recent graduates and mid-career changes.

I'm a dedicated educator who will work diligently to help you improve your skills and to find your own talents. I promise to help make essay writing, research, SAT/ACT prep, grammar, and literature analysis easier and more accessible for you.

I've been an avid reader since I was kid tackling hefty novels, such as Lord of the Rings, in middle school, and have a regular stack of literature I'm reading. One of my other favorite activities is doing the daily New York Times Crossword puzzle." less...