...As an educator who has worked with students at the middle school and high school levels developing written voice, ideas and messages I am comfortable providing constructive feedback, proofreading, and making the writing process a positive experience for all students. Passing the TASC (formerly G... (read more)
...My book was published by HarperCollins in 2020. It won the Dolores Huerta Prize from the International Latino Book Awards, and the Hornblower Prize from the New York City Book Awards. I meet my students where they are, at all levels and ages, for a specific assignment at school or a longer-range course. (read more)
...I am an experienced publishing professional and published author who is passionate about the written word. I have worked for many major publishing companies, including Random House, Disney Publishing Worldwide, and Penguin Putnam. As an independent contractor, my clients include Highlights Magazine, the Cousteau Society, and Columbia University. (read more)
...I have a Masters in Literacy Education that included training in working on phonics with students who struggle in reading. During this training we were required to participate in a literacy clinic, in which we were paired with students. With these students we had to diagnose their reading deficiencies, do weeks of remediation, and diagnose next steps to take. (read more)
...I am a 5 time published playwright with plays being performed around the world, and I have just had a screenplay optioned with a producing team. I work hard to show students of all levels and abilities that effectively expressing yourself in writing is possible for everyone. I teach and coach with humor and kindness, and excel at helping students get past writer's block and insecurity. (read more)