About
I specialize in Composition. I can help with understanding essay prompts, crafting thesis statements, organization, citation, MLA, and idea generation. I am a nearly finished Grad Student and have been teaching writing for over 5 years.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Get to know them on a personal level. Understand what concerns they have about writing. Put them at ease. Build their cofidence. Always postive.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Baechlor's Degree in English.
Certificate in Composition.
Near completion of Masters Degree in Compostion
5+ years experience working in a college writinig center
5+ years experience as a writing tutor at university, junior college and high school levels
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Always willing to negociate on price
How did you get started teaching?
I was a corpoate trainer many years ago. That translated into a return to college in order to get a Masters degree for the purpose of teaching at the college level.
What types of students have you worked with?
High School and older.
I work very well with ESL students
I am excited to work with any student with any background
Very diversity friendly
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Helping a very deserving student to get into the college of her dreams. She is an inspiration to me due to her perserverence.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for an instructor that will adapt to your writing style.
Also, your instructor should be focused on high order concerns like: thesis statement, organizaton, following the prompt, topic sentences, MLA, citations, etc...
Your instructor should give advice, not instructions.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Be as specific as you can about which skill(s) need more development. This will help you to grow as a writer.
Do not be scared to write what you think.