Services
Writing Instruction That Adapts to the Student
I work with individuals one-on-one—either in person or online—to build their skills as writers, readers, thinkers, and communicators. Some need help with grammar foundations. Others are navigating admissions essays or ongoing school assignments. Still others are ready for creative or analytical challenges.
No matter the starting point, I tailor instruction to the student’s needs, learning style, and goals. I begin by getting to know the student and family—what’s working, what isn’t, and what kind of support is truly needed. From there, I design a custom plan, drawing from a range of teaching tools and approaches. The result is instruction that is both strategic and deeply personalized—adapted as we go, based on how the student responds.
Specialty areas include:
• Essay writing & literary analysis
• Grammar & mechanics instruction
• High school and college application writing
• Reading comprehension & annotation
I have deep knowledge of Bay Area independent schools and a strong track record supporting students through transitions—whether it’s preparing for the next grade level or applying to competitive schools.
A Note about AI in Student Writing:
AI tools are increasingly part of how high school and college students learn and work, and they can be useful when paired with the deeper skills of developing your own voice, ideas, and critical thinking. For students over age 13 who are permitted and choose to use AI, I can help them do so responsibly—teaching them how to ask the right questions and use AI as a tool, while ensuring the work reflects their own authentic voice.
