"Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high school: I have tutored English with the National Honor Society, served as a TA for literature classes, and founded creative writing groups. In these roles, I have worked with students to analyze prose and poetry, plan and polish essays, prepare for tests, and workshop creative projects. For full details of my academic career, including the milestones I achieved and can help guide you toward, please read my subject qualifications!

I have several years of professional and volunteer experience tutoring AP Literature, AP Language, SAT ELA, textual analysis, and creative writing, and have provided extensive proofreading services. I aim to help students understand the building blocks of the English language, not just memorize test questions, and develop skills with broad, ongoing applications. I firmly believe that a solid comprehension of grammar is the foundation for both effective reading and beautiful writing, so I have practiced methods of making it intuitive and approachable. A typical session will include the use of practice problems or writing samples to identify and address problem areas. I strive to provide conversational sessions that help students feel comfortable with difficult readings, passionate about their writing, and confident going into tests.

Please be aware that, while I am excited to work with you, I do have a full-time job and am unavailable on weekdays. I do not offer free consultation meetings, though I am happy to answer questions by message, set aside time to speak with a guardian during our first lesson, or schedule a shorter first lesson as a trial. Though I have never yet had a student use it, your first hour is protected by Wyzant’s Good Fit Guarantee!

Please feel free to message with any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!" less...