I've been teaching English Language Arts for twenty-five years at the high school and middle school levels. I'm certified through the U.S. Department of Education's American Board certification progra... m. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. I specialize in essay writing (all genres), proofreading & editing, admissions essays, creative writing, and building grammar skills. I enjoy honing my students' critical thinking and close reading abilities. I tell my students that literature is simply the story-telling of a culture. Whether you're seeking help with an outline, reading homework, a research paper, citations & documentation, a writing prompt, sentence diagramming, or a constructive writing review; I'm your go-to tutor. So let's geek out on grammar, slam some poetry, and love literature together!read more

I live on the coast of SC a few blocks from the beach. I can hear the surf from my front porch at night. Reading, gardening, arts & crafts, and historical research are my main hobbies. Writing is my p... assion. I prefer personal narratives, poetry, and short stories. The one-on-one vibe and flexible scheduling of tutoring appeal to me. I believe in education for education's sake, and learning shouldn't feel like an overwhelming or tedious chore. It should be a positive, free-flowing experience. If it's not, we need to fix it! That's where I come in. After twenty-five years as a classroom teacher, guidance counselor, and college admissions counselor, I have a good handle on identifying possible issues and working with my client on strategies toward a solution. So, proofreader, editor, tutor, etc...how may I help you?read more