"As a certified veteran teacher with over 18 years of English grammar, reading, and writing experience, I am confident of my qualifications to tutor students in grades 1-8.

From 2006 - 2016, I taught ELA (reading, grammar, and writing) in Plano ISD, including those in the PACE (gifted and talented) program, also known as TAG. During that time, students showed significant gains on the Writing STAAR and on their reading and language MAP tests as a result of my specific, direct instruction. In addition, I am highly experienced with the WORDLY WISE vocabulary program for all grades, and with teaching Greek and Latin word roots, as well as CogAT test prep for the verbal and non-verbal areas.

From 2006-2016, I taught ELA at a Texas public school.

From 2016-2018, I taught writing, vocabulary, and grammar at a private school in Dallas.

From 2018-present, I have tutored both in person and online. My online students are located across the United States and on other continents. Currently, I have logged over 1,000 online hours.

Every student has individual needs, and my assessment process as well as my wide array of instructional strategies will identify your strengths and target your weaker areas. While I enjoy teaching students in a classroom setting, the small group or one-on-one instruction that tutoring provides allows me to support learners in the specific areas and at the specific pace they require to achieve success.

I have received extensive professional development both recently and in the past. These opportunities have equipped me to provide research-based instructional strategies in reading and writing for students of all ages. During my career, I have taught over 1.2K students; I'm confident I can help you or your child.

My ratings consistently show significant improvement in student performance. I would be happy to share them with you. Thank you." less...