...I also received a 5 on the AP Literature exam and received a 99th percentile score on the SAT Writing section, giving me the qualifications to efficiently proofread and edit papers of any kind. I have extensive experience coaching students to optimize their college essays and scholarship applica... (read more)
...I have 3 years of experience working with students in Elementary - High School, including students who have minor learning difficulties or for whom English is their second language. Since every student is unique I begin by getting to know my students on a holistic level and assess their learning... (read more)
...My mom always tells the story of how I was writing before I could even write (or read) -- I'd take a pen and scribble in a notebook as though I was writing a story. I haven't changed much over the years. I received a 5 on both the AP English Language and AP English Literature exams, and I graduated with highest honors in English from UC San Diego. (read more)
...I model my style on the teachers I most admired. I teach students to approach a text with an open mind and to start first by focusing on story and what elements resonate with them. Although I believe in the importance of a detailed lesson plan going into the start of a class, I’ve learned that it’s crucial to be flexible. (read more)
...In terms of my style, I have always worked to ensure that students are not simply fed solutions to their problems, but guided through approaches that foster deep understanding of the course material. Rote memorization without applicational knowledge does not carry much value. Therefore, I am co... (read more)