I'm an experienced and passionate educator with a Master's in English Education and a Bachelor's in English, along with a minor in mathematics. With over 35 years in both tutoring and classroom settings, I love helping students find their voices, reach their potential, and build confidence in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. I also coach students for standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, ACCUPLACER, HSPT, TACHS, ISEE, and SHSAT, focusing on strategies, timing, and skill development. My approach is encouraging, flexible, and personalized, combining thoughtful feedback, positive reinforcement, and practical skill-building to ensure every student feels confident, capable, and inspired in their learning journey.

["I enjoy traveling throughout the United States and Europe and have organized and escorted educational trips abroad with high school students. I’m passionate about reading and discussing books and love inspiring students to engage deeply with literature. In my free time","I enjoy photography","scrapbooking","gardening","and working on jigsaw puzzles. I also volunteer as a dog walker at a local animal shelter","which I find both grounding and rewarding."]