Hi everyone! I am a patient, supportive classroom teacher and writing tutor with 20 years of experience teaching English at private schools in Philadelphia and on the Main Line. I have worked with diverse students in grades 7-12.

I believe strong communication skills are key to success in life, both academically and interpersonally. Telling our stories helps us know ourselves and connect with others. Hearing others' stories helps us understand and empathize with experiences beyond our own. 

My goal is to help students succeed by offering classes in writing, college essays, literature, and study skills. I'm also available to work with students 1:1 to hone their skills! My classes are inquiry-driven and discussion-based. Even when I'm delivering information, I like to provide lots of opportunities for students to respond, practice, and engage. My core belief is that students are the ones doing the intellectual work in class - my job is to create opportunities for them to explore, analyze, and shape their own understandings. 

I'm National Board Certified in English for Adolescents/Young Adults. I have a masters degree in English from the Bread Loaf School of English at Middlebury as well as a second masters in Teaching Secondary English. I'm also a College Board-approved AP English Literature teacher.

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy travel, hiking, and gardening!