...Well with close to 20 years experience in a variety of industries, I've discovered that I love to be a cheerleader of people. Whether it's colleagues or my kids, I love meeting people where they are with their skills and working to get them to the next level. It's fulfilling for me to continue to encourage people to see all that they are capable of now and into the future. (read more)
...I have been working as a Research & Instruction Librarian at a small university for 2 years now, and I love my job. I spend most days teaching undergraduate and graduate students how to conduct research. Research includes finding and evaluating sources and then synthesizing them into a paper with a clear thesis and evidence-based supporting arguments. (read more)
...I highlight and target areas where you struggle, but I also emphasize your strengths. As a brief example, some students don't necessarily struggle with content; they simply "freeze" when confronted with a question (i.e. they know the information, but don't know how to apply it); or vice versa. I excel in identifying such barriers to success to draw out your full potential. (read more)
In addition to my doctorate in English, I have over ten years of experience as a teacher, including as an active college faculty member at private and public universities. I work with middle-school through early college students on writing and research assignments while developing analysis and reading skills. I also work with students on SAT/ACT English/reading prep and application essays. (read more)
...My tutoring style is motivated by a blend of evidence-based teaching methods, a commitment to accessibility, and constant feedback from my students. In my experience, when students are convinced of both my disciplinary expertise and my approachability and investment in their success, they are mo... (read more)