...I received perfect scores on the SAT and LSAT Reading sections (please don't expect the same from me on math!). I have honed my writing and editing skills throughout my years as a lawyer and tutor. I look forward to meeting any child or adult who finds reading and writing a daunting experience.... (read more)
...I completed a masters degree in linguistics with special focus in teaching composition. I subsequently taught academic writing classes in colleges and universities for fifteen years. I have California teaching credentials for grades K-12 as well as community college and adult, all in English language arts. (read more)
...I have been a book and magazine editor. My freelance writing has run the gamut from general interest to literary profile to sports journalism. My experience with writers has included helping the very young to professionals. (read more)
...I have been studying Latin and Ancient Greek for six years. I enjoy the intensely technical aspect of studying these languages. Not only has it deepened and enriched my understanding of the languages I knew already, but it has also made it easier for me to learn new languages. (read more)
I love teaching others to appreciate literature of all kinds. My specialties are American Literature, African-American Literature, and Multi-Cultural Literature. Writing instruction is also exciting to teach to someone who struggles with writing of any type. (read more)