BIO

I'm a writing and "English" teacher who has a keen understanding of the challenges of communicating well. I can help you think, write, read, and speak more effectively.  I have much patience and numerous easy-to-understand tools that will make you feel better about what you have to do. My intention is to help you find ways that work best for you.

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My M.A. is in Humanities with a concentration in Composition and Rhetoric. This means I teach writing as a process rather than as a formula. Too often students hate "English" because "English" formulas don't always work for everyone. I have clear, concise lessons to assist you in developing a solid writing process that you can rely on in your school classes as well as in your personal and professional lives.

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For 5 years, I taught College Composition (ENG 101 & 102) courses. Thus, I have a strong concept of what college professors expect. Teaching college also gave me vast experience working with ESL/ESOL students. After teaching, I spent 10 years writing and communicating professionally. I've been featured in the New York Times, Reuters, Bloomberg, NPR, and multiple local publications. I am a seasoned speaker and have taught numerous classes and workshops on a variety of communication subjects including creative writing, writing for diverse audiences, and high school college preparatory writing. Ultimately, I served as an independent consultant working with small businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to help them devise public outreach plans and implement community engagement with distinctive and dynamic audiences. 

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These "real world" experience give me a relatable and practical approach to teaching.

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In recent years, that's what I've been focused on---teaching students one on one. I've had the opportunity to work with a variety of people motivated by one common endeavor---to communicate better. I truly value working with people to help them feel more confident about their abilities.