My Story

Writing can often be a difficult skill to hone. Many times we are learning from an English teacher who has become an English teacher because they LOVE WRITING, and they love writing because they are good at it. What about the rest of us?

I have had the unique experience of being both. In college, I was a lover of literature, but found out that I wasn't as great of a writer as I thought. I was fortunate to have my UCI English instructor sit with me for hours, going line by line, explaining the basics, the advanced techniques, and the nuances one can use TO THINK while writing. I was taught how to use writing to convey my thoughts, not to use my thoughts to make me seem like a good writer.

I focus on the thinking first. Becoming a more methodical thinker can make one a more poignant writer. One can be a methodical thinker at any age and any level. Being smart is not a prerequisite for writing, but writing CAN MAKE YOU SMARTER. I can show you how.

A good writer lies dormant in all of us. We all have something interesting to say. You already have within you the means, the content, the vehicle with which to write. My Roadmap to Writing can show you that you also have the ability to drive your writing and thinking to new places and new heights.

I'm committed to helping my students succeed. That's why I offer bespoke tutoring to help each student navigate their own unique challenges.  I want to help you achieve your career goals.

I have a BA in English from UC Irvine, MA in Teaching from Chapman University, Single-subject credential in English, and post graduate work in Neuroscience in Education from Johns Hopkins. I spent over ten years in the classroom and have taught 6th - 8th grade Honors English, 9th & 10th grade Honors English and AP Language & Composition. 

I have been an online tutor for four years and have almost 6,000 hours of tutoring as well as 1400 five-star ratings on Wyzant. I have recently been admitted to Mensa.