"As a Tutor, I draw on a background in writing and social science, combined with mentoring and coaching experience, to build students’ academic skills – and the confidence necessary to use them. I graduated in 2022 from Columbia University with a major in Urban Studies, and a specialization in American Studies. I have experience both in academic and persuasive writing, with written work published in the Chicago Tribune, Jersey City Times, and Columbia Political Review. My motivational tutoring approach comes from three years of experience as a coach for high-school Speech and Debate teams, where a focus on research-driven argumentation – and a supportive teaching style – helped lead my students to national success. My areas of expertise include:

- SAT Tutoring: the bulk of my tutoring experience is in SAT reading and math, where I focus on building competency both in key subject areas and test-taking best practices. I believe that the key to SAT success is in minimizing surprises, by teaching students to identify questions by type before solving

- Academic Writing: whether students are working on the fundamentals of essay composition, or seeking to move beyond the ‘five-paragraph’ format, I’m prepared to coach them through every step of the writing process. My experience in opinion journalism – a concise, accessible format – informs my focus on sharp prose, and persuasive rhetoric.

- History and Social Studies: with experience across the social science disciplines, and a particular focus on American History, I’m passionate about helping students uncover the dynamics behind historical events, and generate their own findings from primary sources.

- Application Support: teasing out a compelling personal narrative from one’s interests, experiences, and accomplishments is the central task – and struggle – of application writing. Whether for colleges, scholarships, or other competitive applications, I have a good deal of experience crafting personal statements, and a strong track-record with admissions committees." less...