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Are you looking for a dedicated and experienced tutor to help you master reading, writing, and literature? With a background in both law and education, I bring a unique approach to tutoring that enhances critical thinking, analytical skills, and effective communicationessential tools for academic success.

As a former high school English teacher and current Master's in English candidate at Arizona State University, I have spent years helping students develop strong reading comprehension, essay writing, and literary analysis skills. My experience in education has equipped me with engaging teaching strategies tailored to different learning styles, ensuring that each student gains confidence and proficiency in their abilities.

Additionally, my previous career as a licensed attorney has refined my expertise in research, argumentation, and persuasive writing. This legal background allows me to help students sharpen their analytical skills, improve their writing clarity, and structure their arguments effectively whether for academic essays, standardized tests, or professional communication.

What I Offer:
Personalized Tutoring Lessons tailored to your unique needs, whether it's improving grammar, essay structure, or literary analysis.
Reading Comprehension Strategies Techniques to help you break down complex texts and engage critically with literature.
Writing Excellence From brainstorming to final drafts, I provide constructive feedback to enhance clarity, coherence, and creativity.
Test Preparation Support for standardized tests, college essays, and advanced coursework.
Interactive Learning Engaging discussions and activities that foster a deeper appreciation for literature and the written word.

Whether you're a high school or college student, I am here to guide you toward academic growth and success. Let's work together to unlock your full potential in reading and writing!

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Matthew’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, Theology

Graduate Degree: Texas A & M University-College Station - Master of Laws, Legal Studies

Graduate Degree: Arizona State University - Master of Arts, English

Hobbies

The power of words, the art of storytelling, the logic of digital design, and the discipline of physical fitness—these are the passions that shape who I am and how I approach life. Whether through reading, writing, website development, or exercise, I am constantly seeking ways to learn, create, and grow, both personally and professionally.

Tutoring Subjects
Administrative Law
Admissions
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
Anthropology
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
British Literature
Business
Business Writing
Civil Procedure
Classics
College and University Admissions
College Application Essays
College English
College Level American Literature
Comparative Literature
Constitutional Law
Contract Law
Creative Writing
Criminal Law
Criminology
Elementary School Writing
English
English Grammar and Syntax
English Language Arts Substitute
ESL/ELL
Essay Editing
Evidence
Expository Writing
Family Law
Fiction Writing
Graduate Test Prep
High School Business
High School English
High School Level American Literature
High School Reading
High School Writing
IB Extended Essay
IB Literature and Performance
IB World Religions
Intellectual Property Law
Introduction to Fiction
Journalism
Law
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Linguistics
Literature
Logic
LSAT
LSAT Argumentative Writing
LSAT Logical Reasoning
LSAT Reading Comprehension
Medieval Literature
Middle School Reading
Middle School Writing
Other
Philosophy
Phonics
Property Law
Public Speaking
Reading
Religion
Social Sciences
Social Studies
Sociologies
Sociology
Spelling Bee
Substitute
Technical Writing
Theology
Tort Law
World Literature
World Religions
Writing