Wendy: Westmont tutor
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I am a patient and thoughtful educator with over 15 years of experience. As a lifelong learner, my enthusiasm for education shines through and helps my students find and grow their own love of learning!
In my experience as a tutor and educator, I've worked with students of all ages from preschool to adulthood, but have the most experience with children in grades K-8. I've taught all elementary school subjects, and specialize in English, writing, filmmaking, and environmental education. And as an academic manager, I've helped students develop effective executive functioning skills.
I'm also a professional writer and most recently led the editorial efforts at a global education nonprofit. I received my MFA in writing from the American Film Institute Conservatory (consistently rated as one of the top 3 film schools in the U.S.) where I received a comprehensive education on writing and storytelling from Academy Award-winning filmmakers and industry experts.
As an environmental educator, I've led educational programs at nature centers in Atlanta and throughout Chicagoland. I am a Certified Master Naturalist through the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the University of Illinois and a Certified Pollinator Steward through Pollinator Partnership, the largest nonprofit in the world dedicated to the protection and promotion of pollinators in their ecosystems. I am also a graduate of the National SEED Project (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity).
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Undergraduate Degree: California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor in Arts, Radio and Television
Graduate Degree: American Film Institute Conservatory - Master of Science, Playwriting and Screenwriting
In my free time I enjoy writing short stories and poetry and taking classes at the Poetry Foundation. I also love reading, singing, and playing the ukulele. I’m a regular volunteer with the Forest Preserves of Cook County, leading educational hikes and nature journaling workshops. And my favorite activity is spending time with my husband and our 9-year-old son, going on outdoor adventures and watching him play baseball.
- Academic Coaching
- Art
- Creative Writing
- Ecology
- Elementary School English
- Elementary School Writing
- English
- English Grammar and Syntax
- English Language Arts Substitute
- Essay Editing
- Expository Writing
- Fiction Writing
- Filmmaking
- High School Writing
- IB Film
- Introduction to Fiction
- Journalism
- Middle School English
- Middle School Writing
- Other
- Performing Arts
- Poetry
- Poetry
- Public Speaking
- Science
- Spelling Bee
- Study Skills
- Study Skills and Organization
- Substitute
- Ukulele
- Writing