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Lakisha: Sandy Springs tutor

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I have a Master's degree in English with a concentration in Linguistics and a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) from George Mason University. I have been teaching ESL at Stratford University in Falls Church, Virginia for 3 years. I was also a Certified English Teacher of grades 7-12 in New York City public schools. I have a love of language and a gift for grammar that I enjoy sharing with students. I guide and encourage the students I tutor to build their Vocabulary, Reading, and Essay-Writing skills to help them succeed in their courses and exams.

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Lakisha’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: New York University - Bachelor of Science, Language Arts Teacher Education

Graduate Degree: George Mason University - Master of Arts, English

Hobbies

Reading, Documentaries, Puzzle and Card Games, Canoeing with my Scout unit

Tutoring Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax
ESL/ELL
Essay Editing
Graduate Test Prep
GRE Analytical Writing
High School English
High School Level American Literature
High School Writing
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Writing
Other
SAT Reading
SAT Writing and Language
TEAS Prep
Test Prep
Writing