Drop-In One-On-One Writing Coach: Detailed Essay Feedback and Explanations for Writers
Who couldn’t use a little personalized feedback to help improve their writing? Join now for one-on-one coaching for your essays! You’ll get both written and face-to-face explanations and feedback. Drop in whenever you need some extra support!
New Horizons Academy - SAT & ACT Prep - ELA
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(306)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed20 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Prior to class, each student will need to submit an essay for review. A review time of 24+ hours is appreciated, but if a last-minute learner needs coaching, learners may bring their writing to class with them. If the writing is provided prior to class, the teacher will come to class with notes and suggestions prepared to discuss with the writer and workshop together during class time. If writings are brought to class without prior submission, the teacher will walk through the essay with the student, explaining as they go, and will finish sending remarks, comments, and suggestions after class time.Assessment
Prior to class, each student will need to submit an essay for review. A review time of 24+ hours is appreciated, but if a last-minute learner needs coaching, learners may bring their writing to class with them. If the writing is provided prior to class, the teacher will come to class with notes and suggestions prepared to discuss with the writer and workshop together during class time. If writings are brought to class without prior submission, the teacher will walk through the essay with the student, explaining as they go, and will finish sending remarks, comments, and suggestions after class time.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 10
Could your learner benefit from some personalized writing feedback from an experienced and friendly teacher? Then your learner is exactly the person for whom this class is designed! Few things are as rewarding as getting to sit down one-on-one with a young writer and simultaneously build up their writing confidence and offer suggestions, skills, and methods to take their writing to the next level! Prior to class, each student will submit an essay for review. A review time of 24+ hours is appreciated, but if a last-minute learner needs coaching, learners may bring their writing to class with them. If the writing is provided prior to class, the teacher will come to class with notes and suggestions prepared to discuss with the writer and they will workshop together during class time. If writings are brought to class without prior submission, the teacher will walk through the essay with the student, explaining as they go, and will finish sending remarks, comments, and suggestions after class time. This is a one-on-one writing coaching class, and the format each week will be based on the writing submissions of the student, and the skills they need help with the most that week based on their provided writing sample. Sample topics could include grammar, MLA style, hook/attention-getter writing, conclusions, transitions, using text evidence, adding in dialogue, adding sensory details, thesis writing, and just about any topic that falls under the wide umbrella of essay writing!
Learning Goals
Students will get detailed feedback from an experienced writing teacher who will walk them through their suggestions so they can truly understand WHY these improvements are being suggested, all within a safe and supportive environment.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Prior to class, each student will need to submit an essay for review. A review time of 24+ hours is appreciated, but if a last-minute learner needs coaching, learners may bring their writing to class with them. If the writing is provided prior to class, the teacher will come to class with notes and suggestions prepared to discuss with the writer and workshop together during class time. If writings are brought to class without prior submission, the teacher will walk through the essay with the student, explaining as they go, and will finish sending remarks, comments, and suggestions after class time.
At New Horizons Academy, we understand how difficult setting your family's schedule can be, juggling everyone's activities and classes. To honor that time commitment, we are proud to be able to offer another of our organization's Outschool-approved and trained teachers (Mrs. Becky, Teacher Carissa, Ms. Monica, or Teacher Donna) in the rare occurrence of teacher illnesses or urgent personal events. This will allow you to keep your schedule in-tact as much as possible and keep the learning going!
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External Resource: Lumio by SMART
Lumio by SMART is an interactive lesson resource similar to Nearpod that engages learners through polls, games, sharing, as well as workspaces for individuals, groups, and the whole class! It’s a great way to elevate the learning experience.
To join class, students will:
1. Go to hellosmart.com.
2. Students can connect to class by signing in with their Google or Microsoft accounts, or they can join as GUESTS with a lesson code and simply type in their names/nicknames.
3. If students would like to access the lesson outside of class time, they can either access the student-paced lesson link by signing in with a Google or Microsoft account, or accessing the PDF resources in the Outschool classroom.
Supply List
Prior to class, each student will need to submit an essay for review. A review time of 24+ hours is appreciated, but if a last-minute learner needs coaching, learners may bring their writing to class with them. If the writing is provided prior to class, the teacher will come to class with notes and suggestions prepared to discuss with the writer and workshop together during class time. If writings are brought to class without prior submission, the teacher will walk through the essay with the student, explaining as they go, and will finish sending remarks, comments, and suggestions after class time.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined June, 2020
4.8
306reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English from Emporia State University
>>>ABOUT BECKY ZERR<<<
Teaching--especially in English, writing, and language arts--is a true passion of mine. I graduated Cum Laude from Kansas State University in 2010 with a Secondary Education degree in English and Journalism, and then went on to teach in the public schools before setting off on my own as an online teacher and tutor.
My philosophy of education is to make it as fun, personalized, and as interactive as possible for the kids. I always try to even out my direct instruction/lecture time with plenty of opportunities for students to practice these new skills, take polls, play review games, and collaborate with peers.
I am happily married to my husband Brad, and we have two beautiful daughters, Sophia and Elise. We currently reside in Kansas in a small town, and we love the small town life.
Oh, and Zerr is pronounced "Zarr," so it rhymes with "car."
>>>ABOUT MONICA WINKLER<<<
Hi there! I'm Monica and I teach reading, vocabulary, and writing classes. I recently finished graduate school in linguistics.
I grew up speaking English, Spanish, and Swiss German at home, so I've been surrounded by several languages from a young age. Whether I am studying the history of a word, or what language can tell us about its speakers, I am endlessly curious about language. I have experience teaching linguistics courses at the university level, as well as teaching writing, reading, and English as a second language online. I'm so excited to share my passion for language and to learn with and from my students!
My teaching philosophy is that every student comes into the classroom with knowledge. It's my job, as a teacher, to leverage what they already know to help them achieve their goals.
Outside of the classroom, you can find me at the beach, or out in nature. I love to spend my free time reading, writing, and with my friends and family. Oh, and playing with my cat, Biscuit!
I'm looking forward to seeing you in class!
>>>ABOUT BRITTNEY SHAW<<<
Hi! My name is Brittney. I received my Associates Degree in Elementary Education and my Bachelors Degree in English. I love working with kids and have experience with all ages.
I am a wife and mother of four, ages 9, 6, 4, and 1, and the oldest of eight. I have been both a nanny and babysitter as well. Through my past employment and own kids, have gained experience with children with speech delays, autism, and ADHD. I have also worked as a classroom volunteer and ESL instructor.
I love reading and writing and am a total bookworm. I also love dogs and cooking. My kitchen and my reading chair are my happy places!
My teaching philosophy is that every child is different and my job is to make sure to embrace those differences to make the education experience the best for all the children. I also want to make sure I do my best to foster a love of reading in my students because, "if you can read, you can do anything!"
Qualifications:
-Associates in Elementary Education
-Bachelors in English
-Former ESL instructor
-Experience with all ages
>>>ABOUT REBECCA WARTHEN<<<
Hi! My name is Rebecca and I'm from South Carolina in the USA. I've been teaching for over 9 years, both in the classroom and online.
I graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a minor in Psychology. This background helps me to relate to students from all walks of life. I earned my ESL teaching certification from Oxford Seminars in 2013.
I have taught English in New York City, Nicaragua, and Thailand as a US Peace Corps teacher. I've also taught students online from countries like China, Japan, and all over Central and South America. I speak conversational Thai and Spanish.
In addition to teaching English, I also teach dance! I enjoy cooking, being active outdoors, and making crafts.
I look forward to meeting you soon!
Qualifications:
- BS College of Charleston
- 100 Hour TEFL/ TESL/ TESOL Certification - Oxford Seminars
- 9 years of experienceReviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$20
per sessionMeets on demand
20 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
