1:1 Essay Writing Coaching & Support | College/University Prep
In these one-on-one sessions, I provide personalized guidance to enhance your child’s essay writing skills and confidence, including assistance with essays for awards, scholarships, and bursaries.
Jelena Basic, M.Ed.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(4)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed45 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
Students will be encouraged to apply the skills learned and practiced during the sessions to their current writing assignments.Assessment
Tracking progress.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In these one-on-one tutoring sessions, I will provide personalized support to help students develop effective essay writing strategies. Tailored to individual's needs, the sessions focus on the essay writing process, thesis development, essay organization, argumentation, research methods, and proper citation techniques. Together, we will set achievable goals, celebrate progress, and cultivate a resilient mindset that will empower the student to tackle writing challenges with confidence. Through individualized assessment and feedback, we'll identify the student's strengths and areas for growth, allowing us to craft a customized approach to elevate their writing to new heights. The sessions are designed to be student-led, strengths-based, and growth-oriented.
Learning Goals
1. Refine Writing Skills: Develop and refine the essential skills required for crafting well-structured and coherent essays, including thesis development, organization, evidence integration, and argumentation.
2. Enhance Critical Thinking: Strengthen critical thinking abilities by analyzing essay prompts, texts, and scholarly sources to construct compelling arguments and counterarguments.
3. Research and Source Integration: Learn effective research methods and strategies for integrating scholarly sources into essays, including proper citation techniques and the synthesis of diverse perspectives to support arguments.
4. Writing Process Mastery: Develop proficiency in the entire essay writing process, from prewriting and outlining to drafting, revising, and editing, empowering learners to produce polished and high-quality essays independently.
5. Individualized Feedback and Improvement: Receive personalized feedback on writing strengths and areas for improvement, with guidance on specific strategies and techniques to enhance clarity, coherence, and effectiveness in essay writing.
Other Details
Supply List
Students should bring with them the following: 1. Current essay writing assignment they wish to work on. 2. The rubric that will be used for evaluation. 3. Any previous writing feedback they received from their teacher.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B1)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2024
5.0
4reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from University of Toronto
Master of Education Degree
Served on an Awards Selection Committee, evaluating and selecting candidates for various academic and merit-based awards, fostering a deeper understanding of the criteria for effective scholarship essays.Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$40
per sessionMeets on demand
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
