I am a Professor of English Literature and Composition at a small liberal arts college, where I have been teaching for over twenty years. I received my Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Chicago and my B.A. from The Johns Hopkins University. In addition to tutoring all aspects of writing and literature, I have expertise in advising on college essay writing and the overall college admissions process
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...the University of Tennessee with a Bachelors degree in English Education. Over the last 20 years, I have successfully tutored students of all ages in a variety of subjects. I am passionate about learning because I feel that an individual can learn new things throughout their life and expand their world view. My favorite field of tutoring is humanities as it relates to historical events. My interests include reading, theater, art and gardening.
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...to Adults), and a very well lived and thriving life, I can effectively teach a variety of subjects to a broad variety of individuals. I also have great experience working with a variety of ages. I have taught a Homeschool collective of adolescents; been a Visiting Professor of Industrial Design at the University of Washington & Lee; a Collegiate Professor at Columbia College; and spent my earlier years as Teaching Intern at Savannah College of...
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...Metropolitan University, and an MA from York University. I also have 9 years of experience as a teaching assistant in undergraduate courses at York University, working with students taking their foundational humanities courses as part of their undergraduate degrees. The courses I most enjoy focus on developing critical reading and writing skills using the history of literature and culture as our subject matter - from ancient Greece and Rome, medieval and early modern Europe, to...
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...diversity of students in a varying array of genres, including nonfiction, essays, short stories, resume building, poetry, and film criticism. What I've learned in my time with a varying array of students is that I must approach every person with a fresh perspective. Every student brings a prior education and years of conditioning to any of their classes. It is my job as the teacher to patiently collaborate with every student by meeting them where...
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...bachelor's degree in applied technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus. Alongside my academic journey, I serve as an online tutor at the Digital Technology Business School of London, where I help students develop strong communication and analytical skills. As an English tutor, I draw on my legal background to teach students how to read critically, write persuasively, and express ideas with clarity and confidence. Whether assisting a student with grammar, essay writing, or...
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I am passionate about helping students learn things to help them in school and instill habits that will help them in life! I am committed to working with students at their pace to understand the best methods and environment for them to learn in. I approach tutoring from a social psychological framework to not only maximize the learning and retention of information, but also to promote well-being!
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...20 years as an Assistant Principal. I went to school in Buffalo at Canisius College and at Buffalo State College. I love teaching English classes especially literature and poetry. I believe that my job is to help you approach reading and writing as a learning opportunity and a teaching opportunity. In other words deciding for yourself what an author is trying to teach you and what you can teach others through your writing.
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...age levels, as well as test prep! My main tutoring focus is on university level social science, ACT/SAT prep, AP test prep, and essay workshopping. My tutoring sessions are focused on the student's ideas, and my role is to help them convey their ideas in the most effective way possible. I have experience tutoring writing for many different subjects, and my lessons are tailored to each student's specific needs. My students have all reported receiving...
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...on a college admissions team and read thousands upon thousands of student essays. As an ADHD busywork-hater, I'm passionate about helping you get value out of your class and find actual meaning in the material. I tutor with History, Rhetoric, and English, and my favorite subject is writing. Having read a lot of student writing, I am confident that I can help you find your own voice. I graduated from Hampshire College with a BA...
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...communicators by sharing the skills and strategies that have made a difference in my own academic journey. My goal as a tutor is to help students gain confidence in their writing, master essential English skills, and approach essay challenges with creativity and clarity. I strive to create a supportive learning environment where questions are welcomed and progress is celebrated.Whether you're working on grammar, analytical essays, or crafting that important personal statement, I'm committed to meeting...
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...to creating a supportive learning environment where students can flourish. My expertise spans Creative Writing, English Grammar and Syntax, and Basic Computer Literacy, enabling me to design engaging lessons that cater to the unique needs of each student. I believe in fostering curiosity and critical thinking, which not only enhances students' skills but also builds their confidence. My passion for literature and writing enriches my teaching approach, allowing me to inspire a genuine love for...
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...make learners feel comfortable, resulting in their ability to be honest with me about their learning: what's going well, what's not, and admitting their weaknesses (personal or academic) so that we can work on them. I get excited about helping students because I know that it's just a matter of unlocking their learning style and opening their eyes to the fact that they are smart and they can learn. And once they realize that, their...
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...to be your tutor. I have extensive tutoring experience in a variety of fields. I have tutored children, teenagers, and adults in ESL, application essays, literacy, English, reading, writing, grammar and syntax, essay editing, executive functioning, PRAXIS, phonics, professional certifications, real estate, special education, study skills and organization, etc. I am passionate about helping students of all ages improve in all academic subjects. I still remember my excitement when my speech therapy client spoke her...
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...creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history, art, writing, and music for three years. During my fourth year in Hungary, I trained interpreters for...
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Teaching, for me, is a wonderful chain reaction that never dies. My teaching philosophy prioritizes the student's learning process and their final takeaway from the classroom. Teaching is about empowering students to grow in their respective worlds and interact with other people effectively, and I am delighted to be a part of that journey for as many students as possible.
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...Creative Writing Honors. I am very passionate about writing, reading and editing. My area of concentration lies within the poetry field, but I am well-versed in fiction and non-fiction as well. I would love to help build writing and editing skills! I also have lots of experience tutoring middle school math and algebra. I've tutored my younger sister, who has ADHD, through middle school and now 9th grade, all subjects. I was also in charge...
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...I have worked with students of all ages including Pre-K-High School. I have a Bachelors in Education and a Minor in English as a Second Language from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I specialize in meeting students where they are at, helping them grow, and meet their potential. Navigating our curriculum to adhere to 21 century learners is a must in our school environment. We must use readily available technology to support and...
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...was working on bulletin boards, but when I saw students struggling, I asked the teacher if I could help them read. She said yes and it was that moment that I was hooked. Giving someone the confidence and the tools to help them become successful learners is the best reward one could experience. I have participated in the realm of education for over 30 years. I attended Texas A&M University from 1993 through 1997 while...
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...children how to read, I've helped students read at grade level, I have seen students graduate after coming into my classroom with less than ten credits, and along the way I have learned so much and have acquired valuable tools and skills that help people reach their academic goals. I believe education should always be accessible to all, so whatever I can do and however I can help, I will do so in order to...
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Being able to effectively write an expository essay is necessary for nearly every educational pursuit. Unlike persuasive or creative writing, expository writing seeks to inform an audience on a specific subject that was previously unknown to that audience. Expository writing may include such elements as analysis, analogy, cause and effect, and comparison. You may take a focused course in expository writing or you may be assigned expository essays for another class. If you find yourself wanting extra support as you write an expository essay for a specific class, or if you want help cultivating the skills necessary for expository writing in general, consider private tutoring.
Expository writing includes many forms of prose, all aimed at informing the reader. Your tutor can walk you through these formats and help you decide which one or combination is right for your project and topic. Expository writing focuses on building a strong essay or composition around the information you want to present. Tutors can help you find a style of writing that best presents your topic, guiding you from the beginning to the end of your writing process with helpful, objective eyes that can strengthen your presentation. Expository writing tutoring also focuses on the grammar and mechanics of writing, so not only do you get your information across to your audience, but your information is presented in a cohesive way that is approachable for your audience. Your tutor can help you edit your work, correcting any structural issues or erroneous formatting while explaining to you why one structure is more accurate or sounds better than another.
Tutors want you to learn during tutoring sessions. They explain the how and why behind editing, so that you have a good grasp on how the mechanical and rhetorical sides of your writing collaborate to produce a strong expository essay. Expository writing tutoring should be a low-stress, informational part of your life. Because tutors set their own schedules, they are often flexible in the times and places they can meet, meaning that you are able to choose a time and place that works best for you. You can choose to work in the comfort of your own home or at a local coffee shop, your college campus, or anywhere else around your area. If you are unable to make a learning session, or you don't enjoy studying in-person, you can choose to meet your tutor over the internet as well.
Regardless of your goals or proficiency level, an expository writing tutor can help you reach the success that you're looking for. Whether you have a classroom assignment or an upcoming work-related project, your tutor can guide you along the way. Unlike classroom-based learning, where the instructor has between 20 to 30 students to manage, your private instructor is dedicated to ensuring that your goals are being met. They are able to fully customize your learning plan, ensuring that you strengthen your weaker areas in an efficient manner.
Becoming an excellent expository writer can open a lot of doors professionally. It is a skill that is valuable in science as well as advertising, and can make you a valuable asset in the professional world. By working with a private tutor, you can sharpen this skill and improve your chances of being promoted or landing your dream job.
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Recent Expository Writing Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I worked on her English assignment this week which was a very unique assignment, something I have never even done but love the concept. Her assignment was to construct a "found" poem from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. We had to read a chapter and pick out Dickens' words, phrases and make up our own poem.
Today the student and I continued to focus on 10th grade English, by completing quizzes and tests. We then began a compare and contrast essay that he was assigned by his teacher! We plan on finishing it tomorrow.
The student felt that she had done well on the in-class timed writing assignment on Deadly Choices that her teacher held this past week. We spent most of our time reviewing and discussing her notes for Jane Eyre. I felt that her thoroughness and analysis were well done. Since her class does not spend class time discussing the book, we had a lengthy discussion about the aspects that her teacher instructed her class to focus on (characterization, mood, 'art of the writer', and themes). We ended by reviewing denotations and connotations, and practicing on a few of the words that she was assigned for homework.
During the session today, we started by going through his math section of homework. We covered story problems as well as 2-digit subtraction. We then went on to cover reading comprehension with a reading passage and questions to follow. We also covered geography and rhyming words. The student did really well on all of the worksheets and seems to have mastered the subject matter.
During my session with student 2, we focused on the math section of her homework, particularly on finding the area and perimeter of an object. We then went on to cover vocabulary and she was very comfortable with the definitions, synonyms, and examples of the word list toward the end of the session.
Practiced identifying parts of speech in complex sentences. Used knowledge of prepositional phrases to place commas in appropriate places in complex sentences. Reviewed the basics of binomial factoring.
The student and I reviewed his homework and focused on a short story that he was assigned in class. I helped him rework his response and explained why it was necessary to make changes. I assigned the student another homework assignment (to practice with last week's essay but format it differently) so that he can practice forming paragraphs.
