...I earned my BA from Georgetown University (graduated summa cum laude) where I majored in English, and I earned my MAT (Master of Arts in Teaching) from Brown University. I spent my junior year of college at Oxford University where I studied Shakespeare, creative writing, and 20th century drama. For the past 19 years, I have taught high school English. (read more)
...My students and I have had the most success using The Official ACT Prep Guide, readily available from most booksellers, but I am open to using any resources which students may also suggest. I reply promptly to all contact from students, usually within the same day, and am very flexible in scheduling lessons. If cancellation is necessary by the students, I only require three hours' notice. (read more)
...My experience spans a variety of ages and contexts. Some of the students needed long-term support building a foundation of skills. Others simply needed help getting through a rough class or assignment. (read more)
...I tutor for ACT and SAT preparation, and my students have always seen at least a 3 point increase in their score after working with me. I also have experience with tutoring AP English courses. I work on test preparation skills as well. (read more)
...Some of my written work has been published in places such as The Rising Phoenix Review, Pendemic, and The Buchtelite; more forthcoming at The Fellowship of the Unmoored. Over the years, I've worked with writers at all skill levels on everything from emails and school essays to full-length novels... (read more)