"Hi, I'm Amaya.

I have always loved literature since I began writing my first "novels" on OpenOffice as a child. When my family moved to England, this manifested in an English Literature A-Level (A) and an EPQ (A+) on poetry. As a student at Wellesley, I majored in English Lit (3.8 GPA), continuing to fall in love with the subject. In college, I tutored college students and high, middle, and elementary school students. I now have extensive experience teaching students of all ages and backgrounds. In addition, having been educated on both sides of the Atlantic, I have navigated education system differences and am confident in mentoring students with unconventional academic experiences.

As a one-on-one academic tutor, I have helped hundreds of scholars from first-grade students to first-year college students. I have taught essay writing, literature, and standardized testing prep, guiding students with school assignments and college admissions. My students' successes include significant increases in grades and confidence in reading and analyzing literature. Through my careful assistance with the college application process, my students have identified the aspects of themselves that they are most proud of and showcased their best profiles to institutions.

In addition to tutoring, I have written for various publications as a journalist and copywriter and edited poetry and fiction as an editor and judge. When editing essays, I pay careful attention to phrasing and word choice, providing detailed commentary and explanations of edits for students.

As a tutor, I like to assess the student's individual learning style and tailor lessons. For literature analysis, it is helpful for the student to first see examples and understand the process of extracting meaning from poetry and novels. Providing consistent feedback on progress is important, and I enjoy creating a supportive environment for students in which feedback is helpful and never critical." less...