"Let's get you past the various blocks and on to better test scores, better written correspondence and essay creation, and a better understanding of the English language and how to make it work optimally for you.

Tutoring is a joy for me; awarding so much of what I love doing in one package: teaching, sharing, and connecting. I have decades of cumulative experience as a marketing copywriter, local newspaper reporter, and freelance copywriter & editor. I am looking to share my love of and expertise in all forms of writing, grammar, proofreading, and the art of persuasion. I enjoy working with people of all ages and getting tasks accomplished together...specifically, you accomplishing them with my help.

I offer assistance in the following:

Writing

Good writing is efficient. It packs a punch and engages your reader. From writing assignments in school, to college applications, to being able to write a solid email in the workplace, it all matters, and is cornerstone to expressing yourself academically, professionally, and personally. I can help with all aspects pertaining to the written word -- paragraph and essay construction, thesis writing, how to edit your own writing, and beyond. You will develop brainstorming and outlining technique that gets you started comfortably, so you avoid the dreaded blank piece of paper or monitor staring back at you.

Reading

Reading comprehension is vital to success in all areas of academia. Regardless of school subject, if you’re unable to glean key information from directions and passages, you could easily fall behind. Reading comprehension is included in most standardized tests and is critical to strong scholastic development. Being a solid reader sets a foundation for a lifetime of learning, and of interpreting information swiftly and accurately. I approach reading with my students by first getting a sense of your comfort level and aptitude and building from there. You will learn how to read critically, absorbing key information the first time while effectively disregarding o" less...