"Hello, and welcome! I’m an English, Writing, ESL, and Math tutor with an M.A. in Linguistics and ten years of experience as a software developer. I specialize in helping students strengthen their writing skills—sentence structure, grammar, paragraphs, essays, and clear academic communication. I also support students with reading comprehension, foundational math, pronunciation, and overall confidence in schoolwork.

I teach writing and language through patterns so students understand how sentences fit together and how ideas connect. My explanations are step-by-step, calm, and clear, and I adapt lessons to each learner’s pace and needs. Younger students benefit from gentle structure and confidence-building. Teens and adults focus on clarity, fluency, and effective communication that carries into school, work, and everyday life.

What I help with:

• Writing skills (K–12 and college): grammar, organization, and essay structure

• Reading comprehension and text analysis

• ESL pronunciation, conversation, and academic English

• TOEFL grammar, reading, writing, listening, and speaking

• Elementary math and foundational skills

• College-level writing and linguistics

Background:

• M.A. in Linguistics (grammar, pronunciation, and language learning)

• Experience teaching ESL from beginner through advanced

• Grew up bilingual in Japan

• 10 years in software debugging and analytical problem-solving

• Experience supporting elementary through adult learners

I’d love to learn more about your goals. My posted schedule reflects times available for new students, and I also have some flexible options for ongoing weekly sessions. Feel free to send a message so we can plan your first lesson." less...