...My goal is to not just help someone get a better grade or test score, but to foster a love of the written word. I am a former journalist, grant writer and editor at HarperCollins Publishers in New York City. I have more than two decades experience writing for newspapers, nonprofit organizations, and jacket copy. (read more)
...I've been an avid reader since I was kid tackling hefty novels, such as Lord of the Rings, in middle school, and have a regular stack of literature I'm reading. One of my other favorite activities is doing the daily New York Times Crossword puzzle.+15 years tutoring in English and Writing
10 yea... (read more)
...College application essays are a specialty.I can typically diagnose a student's lexile level within minutes and craft a growth plan based on the starting point. Working through dyslexia and ADHD often require some methodical approaches by the student, and accelerated readers often need to work o... (read more)
...I later pursued my Education Certification at Ursuline College. I have taught in a variety of settings including preschool, elementary and middle school. I enjoy teaching students at every grade level! (read more)
...I've also worked as an instructor/counselor in a summer program for students with learning and social difficulties. I have a BA in English, and I currently hold an Ohio Substitute Teacher certification. I take an individual approach to students, evaluating their learning styles and finding methods that work for each one. (read more)