"I’m a retired Texas State Certified English Teacher with three decades of classroom and one-on-one teaching experience. I hold an Honors B.A. in English: Creative Writing from the University of Texas at El Paso and am a proud member of the Golden Key National Honor Society. My passion for helping students succeed in writing—whether academic, creative, or professional—has defined my career.

I’ve taught every level of secondary English and have helped thousands of students strengthen their writing skills, develop their authorial voice, master test compositions, and prepare for college and career readiness. I specialize in teaching students how to craft compelling essays, write emotionally charged narratives, respond to text-dependent test questions, create winning college applications, and draft strong cover letters. My students have consistently earned top scores and scholarships, and several have become published writers themselves.

I’m also a bestselling author of over 20 books, a three-time Teacher of the Year, and a two-time International Impact Award winner. I led the Scorpion Writers Guild of Horizon High School in El Paso, Texas, to international recognition that earned accolades from local, state, and federal leaders. Over 90% of the Writer’s Guild members were at-risk students.

My approach is individualized, encouraging, and rooted in both proven educational practices and real-world writing experience. Whether your goal is to pass a test, raise a grade, build confidence, or write with power and clarity, I’m here to guide you every step of the way." less...