Writing Tutoring

Academic Writing

I offer one-on-one or small group sessions that help students build writing skills in the following: 

• Elementary: Grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and foundational essay skills

• Middle & High School: Grammar, essays, research papers, and standout college application essays

• College: Literature, argumentative, critical and research papers/essays; thesis development, MLA formatting, research, drafting, and revision

Creative Writing & MFA Application Support

I  offer creative writing sessions for all levels; from the novice writer to experienced writers looking for guidance as they pursue their own creative projects, including:

• Children: Fun writing exercises and guided activities that teach character, setting and other elements of language arts; structured storytelling and bookmaking projects

• Teenagers & Adults: Exercises that spark creativity, structured assignments, guided reading to teach elements of craft, guidance on personal creative writing projects 

• MFA Applicants: Support with revising writing samples, crafting compelling personal statements, and direction on selecting the right programs

One-hour sessions for individuals and small groups (2-3 students): $85 an hour 

In person or remote 

Teaching Statement 

In one-on-one tutoring, my goal is to help students discover their own intrinsic motivation, so that ultimately, they can utilize the powerful tools that give them the ability to express, argue, entertain, and illuminate unique ideas and perspectives. I encourage students to identify areas they want to improve and guide them towards concrete goals such as structuring a strong essay or developing more nuanced characters in their story. Through practice, guided editing, and engaging lessons, I help students develop the writing skills they need for finding clarity and original voice. 

For academic writing, I aim to make the process less intimidating and more immersive. Writing is a process, and I challenge students to focus on one step at a time rather than rushing to a finished paper. For creative writing, I recognize that the process is not always linear. Some writers benefit from structure and prompts to get them going, while others need gentle guidance as they explore a messy first draft. I meet each writer where they are. 

I love working with adult writers, but I also have years of experience working with kids and teenagers. Writing can be a source of great frustration for many students in school, but I love creating assignments that help younger writers discover their innate storytelling abilities; lessons that show how writing is not something to be afraid of, but a skill that can take them far, helping them explore and communicate their minds and imaginations. 

As a teacher and a writer, I understand that writing is fundamentally hard for all of us. The process demands patience, attention, and vulnerability, qualities that our competitive, AI-using world doesn't always slow down for. As a tutor, I value the process and the craft of writing as a deeply human experience.