I am a college professor and a certified ESL instructor. I earned my MA from Miami University and my MFA from Columbia. I am experienced in teaching SAT Prep with a focus on English, TOEFL, and tutoring in English including helping students to write personal statements in preparation for college admission as well as helping with ELA assignments. (read more)
...I love seeing students' self-confidence grow as they realize that they *can* master the content that they once found impossible. For me, tutoring is less about the increase in grades and the boost in self-esteem that accompanies that increase. I have five years of experience in teaching public speaking, research, and debate as well as two years of experience in private debate tutoring. (read more)
...I went on to University of Iowa initially as an undergrad admit to the Writers Workshop but also kept up with trumpet with David Greenhoe. I gradually began playing more gigs in big bands, theater bands, small jazz groups, in religious services with organ. It was a natural step to move to New York and see how far I could go. (read more)
...My students are often in very high level courses requiring not only writing help but literature analysis as well. My students often read the material with me together, seek clarity and understanding, and then we utilize our analysis to write a myriad of different reports. I successfully help countless students with the college, graduate school, or job application process. (read more)
...I have experience teaching all levels of English, including IB and AP English, and I can help you master reading comprehension, essay writing, and literary/textual analysis. Please reach out and I can help you succeed! I’m a certified high school teacher and I have my master’s in English and comparative literature from Columbia University. (read more)