About
Hi students and parents! I'm Addison, a certified teacher with 3-years of teaching experience in all subjects.
As a teacher, I don't believe students have a one-size-fits-all mold; it's about listen... ing to your voice and making sure education speaks to you in a personalized learning-language. Whether you're into art, science, or something entirely different, I'm here to create a tutoring plan that's catered specifically to you.
Growing up in a diverse family, working closely with students with learning disabilities, studying psychology and child development, and collaborating with social work organizations have all taught me the power of adaptability and engagement. I've even taken the entrepreneurial path, starting my own academic tutoring business. I've learned to connect with students by tapping into their interests, showing them how they can focus their education into a path that sets up their future and career for success.
I look forward to being your teacher!read more
Education
DePaul University
Certification, Writing
2021 - 2025
DePaul University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatre Arts
2021 - 2025
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
2021 - 2025
International Teaching English as a Second Language Academy
Teaching Certification, English
2020 - 2021
Experience
Content Writer
Her Campus Media
Jun 2023 - present
Conducted in-depth audience research to understand the unique preferences and pain points of our tar... get demographic. Crafted and optimized content to address these specific needs, covering topics ranging from budget-friendly travel itineraries to psychology-backed self-improvement guides. Utilized data analytics to fine-tune content production based on audience engagement and feedback. Utilized captivating visuals and multimedia elements to enhance article appeal.read more
All-Subject Teacher
Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022
- Teacher of K-12 and adult students.
- Responsible for creating lesson plans from scratch to suppo... rt a multitude of students and their education levels
- Taught English, History, Math, Science, Creative Writing, Resume-Writing, and more
- Worked one-on-one with students with personal needs in all subjects, followed by a customized lesson plan that caters to their needs and gaps in school.read more
Gold Key Award Winner
National Scholastic
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021
Receiver of the 2021 National Gold Key Award in writing for original creative short story.
Gold Key Award Winner
National Scholastic
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021
Receiver of the 2021 National Gold Key Award in writing for original poetry.
Academic Tutor & Writing Coach
Jerome Student Services
Aug 2017 - Jun 2021
Implemented targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, providing personalized su... pport and feedback to address their specific challenges in completing English assignments.
Increased standardized English test scores by 30-45% among struggling students, surpassing school benchmarks by quarterly data intake.read more
Founder & Proofreader/Editor
AT's Student Services
Aug 2017 - Jun 2021
- Worked with business professionals as an email writer, editor, and proofreader for national busine... sses
- Tutored current middle school, high school, and college students in English and creative writing
- Proofread and edited academic, narrative, and memoir essays, helping two clients win Silver National Scholastic Awards
- Communicated one on one with clients to discuss problem areas and formed planned exercises to resolve issuesread more
Arts & Marketing Intern
Dublin Arts Council
Sep 2020 - Feb 2021
- Successfully increased exhibit attendance by 35% through featured social media campaigns, targeted... email newsletters, journalistic articles, gathering feedback, and partnering with schools.
- Designed and creative aesthetic informative promotional materials, including eye-catching posters, engaging social media posts, and captivating email content that highlighted the uniqueness of each exhibit. - Leveraged local art influencers and bloggers to amplify the reach of promotional content.read more
Director's Award
Dublin Performing Arts Company
Aug 2019 - May 2020
Received state level recognition for my directing, teaching, devising, and design work in directing ... an original adaptation of "Radium Girls".read more
Youth Teacher
Dublin Performing Arts Company
Aug 2017 - Jan 2020
- Developed a comprehensive curriculum that integrated theater exercises, improvisation, and storyte... lling techniques to ignite students' passion for creative expression. Additionally, encouraged daily journaling and creative writing exercises to enhance their writing skills.
- Facilitated a substantial increase in student participation and enthusiasm for theater and writing activities, leading to a notable improvement in performance and public speaking skills.read more