"With over 20 years in public education and a National Board Certification in writing instruction, I specialize in helping students from kindergarten and beyond discover their writing potential. I’ve taught middle school English Language Arts, tutored former students at the high school level, led writing-focused classes in both middle school and elementary, and now work with elementary students writers—so I bring a full-range perspective to writing development.

I use a simple, powerful metaphor to teach writing: it’s like building a person. We start with the skeleton—the structure every strong piece needs. Even the most reluctant writer can learn to build this foundation: a clear beginning, middle, and end. From there, we add muscles, skin, and a heartbeat—that’s the spark that brings writing to life through voice, word choice, sentence variety, and elaboration.

Just like every person looks different, each writer's work becomes unique. My goal is to help every student move from basic writing to work that truly stands out. Whether you're preparing for state tests, improving classroom performance, or building confidence, I’m for you—one word at a time." less...