I specialize in college application essay coaching, SAT/ACT and AP test prep, analytical essay writing support, and creative writing inspiration/instruction. I love what I do and pride myself on quickly establishing an excellent rapport with each of my students, no matter what our task. Some kids see me for a month or two to work on a particular project or paper; others see me every week from 7th grade through their high school graduation for ongoing writing support; many begin working with me junior year to gear up for college, which may include AP, SAT strategies and of course help writing college essays.

 Students come to me with a list of schools to which they intend to apply, and I work with them to organize and streamline what needs to be written for each and every application. (If you need the name of a college counselor to help you establish an appropriate list, I can refer you.)

 I help students think about and develop subject matter, outline and draft their personal statements, and edit and revise their final drafts.  I derive great satisfaction from getting to know my students as quickly as possible and effectively coaching them to produce personal statements that reflect their smartest, best, most interesting selves.  I believe that their college essays should be written by them--not by me or their parents--and together we work hard to create writing that honors each student's authentic voice and style.

I tend work with kids once or twice a week—some students prefer to meet for a two-hour block and do much of their writing and editing onsite, with me over their shoulders. I usually start this process with students during the summer before senior year, or in the fall.  The earlier—for sure—the better!