"Are your English writing and grammar skills holding you back at work or school? I can help you learn to write more correctly, clearly, and effectively. Writing isn't easy but there are rules, guidelines, and techniques that can be learned and mastered with practice.

Why should you consider me as your personal English writing tutor and coach? I have years of experience as a writing teacher at the college level so I know what professors expect. In addition, I have made my living writing for businesses large and small so I know how to help you put your best foot forward in a work or professional setting. Lately, I have been helping AP English students decipher difficult literary texts and master the form of writing synthesis and rhetorical analysis responses. I also help college students applying to graduate and professional programs to improve their personal statements.

Will you be comfortable and happy working with me? To find out, we'll begin with a 30 minute free get-acquainted consultation where we will discuss your learning goals and objectives for improving your writing and grammar skills. The next step will be a writing assessment to identify two specific areas for improvement that are likely to have the quickest and highest impact.

Once we agree to work together, I require a 24-hours notice if you need to cancel an appointment.

A little more about me. From seventh grade, where I learned to diagram sentences, I have loved English grammar and the power of words. My own education consists of a BA in English from UCLA and an MA in English and community college teaching credential from San Jose State University (SJSU), where I tutored in the writing center. I have taught writing and grammar at SJSU and several community colleges and loved it. In addition, I edit and write professionally in areas of technology." less...