"I am a middle school Humanities teacher with 18 years of experience teaching English Language Arts, writing, reading comprehension, and integrated social studies. I hold a Bachelor of Science in English Education and a Master of Education, and I am certified in secondary English Language Arts and Social Studies in Pennsylvania. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with middle school students, including Gifted and Talented learners, designing curriculum that helps students develop strong thinking skills and express their ideas clearly in writing.

My teaching experience has primarily taken place in classroom settings, where I work daily with students ages 12 to 14. I regularly support students through whole-class instruction, small-group work, and individualized feedback, particularly in writing and reading analysis. While I am newer to formal tutoring, teaching is my full-time profession, and I have extensive experience working one-on-one with students who need targeted support, enrichment, or confidence-building. I assess student writing regularly and adjust instruction based on individual strengths and areas of need.

My tutoring approach focuses on helping students understand how writing works rather than simply correcting mistakes. I emphasize organization, idea development, clarity, and confidence, breaking writing tasks into manageable steps and modeling strategies students can use independently. Sessions are structured, supportive, and tailored to each student’s needs. I aim to help students feel more capable and confident in their writing so they can transfer those skills back to the classroom and beyond." less...