I am an English teacher by career, currently taking some time away from the secondary school classroom to complete a master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I began tutoring reading and math part-time, and the progress I saw students make during this one-on-one instruction inspired me to become a teacher. I completed my teacher licensure coursework through Mary Baldwin College and gifted education classes through UVA's Curry School. I taught 8th Grade English for five years and coached students to prepare for standardized tests in reading and writing. Though I love literature, I find it especially fulfilling to help students learn to express themselves through writing. In my personal time, I enjoy reading, traveling, running, and watching a good movie or sports event. I believe tutoring is a great way for students to get individualized instruction without the pressures of a more formal academic environment. As a tutor, I work with students to help them make progress toward their personal goals and gain confidence in their academic abilities.

literature, history, travel, running, sports in general