...I think the best writing tutors are those who take their own writing seriously. Published both as an academic and as a poet, I help others get in touch with the drive to express themselves and to communicate with others. At the same time, I have been extensively trained as a teacher, having rec... (read more)
...No matter what mode of life you plan on leading, English will be useful, and with work, even beautiful. By understanding what others have written and said, and expressing yourself through voice and pen (and keyboard, and tablet, etc.), you open so many doors for your own future. As a scholar and scientist, my papers have to be clear and grammatically correct. (read more)
My professional journey has been different than most. Traditionally I have a Bachelor of Science degree in English Eduction with a Minor in Theater from Pennsylvania State University (PSU). I taught for 12 years in high school as a substitute, in elementary as a paraprofessional and classroom tea... (read more)
...Grow your vocabulary every day and you'll grow with it. Grammar consists of the rules that govern the words we use and how we use them. We can't make up our own words and punctuation and expect to be taken seriously and understood. (read more)
...I studied classical repertoire and technique with Paul Schocker of Easton, Pennsylvania, and at The Mannes School of Music with Peter Bellino of New York City. I have spent the last decade working at solo jazz and accompaniment piano. I have written and recorded dozens of works for solo piano. (read more)