Welcome!

I am an English and Humanities teacher who left the traditional school system in search of a better way! I saw too many bright students getting lost in a system not build for their unique minds.

I love working with students who think differently. It is truly my passion!

In every class, my goal is to foster confidence and independence, while equipping each student with the tools they need to reach their own personal best.

Tutoring for each and every unique mind

Tutoring with a twist

My goal is to support each student by seamlessly integrating executive functioning skills into the tutoring experience. So, in addition to math problems and writing essays, we are also building study skills that will last a lifetime, including:

  • goal setting

  • time management

  • breaking large tasks down into manageable bite-sized piece

  • identifying blocks and finding resources

  • learning new tips and tools for organizing and synthesizing information

  • celebrating our wins

  • reflecting on how we could do it better next time

We get homework done while learning life-long study skills

My pedagogy

Learning isn't about fitting into a rigid box; it's about discovering how your unique mind processes the world!

Strength-based coaching helps build confidence and momentum so we are resourced and optimistic in the face of challenges.

The best learning is always student-centered. I bring curiosity and enthusiasm so that students can develop rich, creative, personal connections to their work.

In a nutshell: we celebrate strengths and respond skillfully to challenges so that learning can feel enjoyable and rewarding.

a person sitting at a table with a book and pen
a person sitting at a table with a book and pen

What to expect in a session

Here's what parents can expect:

  1. We create a safe, regulated environment. Presence is prioritized.

  2. The student sets their goal every session, and we track it in our tracker.

  3. We work one step at a time using clear, direct instructions.

  4. Through attuned observation, I bring in tools to help students organize, comprehend, and synthesize information and successfully complete the task.

  5. We stand up and shake it off if we need to. We don't stress mistakes!

  6. We meet our goal and set new ones, celebrate progress every step of the way.


Small, steady wins add up to a student who trusts their mind and enjoys learning.

Every session has a rhythm; this consistent approach provides a very productive and focused learning container.

Experience

With over 12 years in international education, I have coached hundreds of students. I've seen how kids stumble and get stuck and what they need to get back on track.

I have worked as an educator, leader, and entrepreneur in a range of unique settings:

  • running a multi grade-level learning pod for students during the pandemic,

  • serving as English Department Head at two international schools,

  • creatively implementing international curricula,

  • coaching teenagers earning online high school diplomas,

  • and running countless creative writing workshops for teenagers

Education



University of Nottingham, Post-Graduate Degree International Education, PGCEi, international teaching license (2020)

Mindful Educators, Mindful Educator Essentials (2019)

International Baccalaureate, English & Individuals and Society, IBEC (2014)

UC Berkeley, Development Studies (2006)

Getting started

Working alongside caregivers is key to setting up a supportive learning environment. Here are the basic steps:

Free Consultation Call

First Session

Meet Regularly

A call with a care-giver (likely you!) to discuss where school feels hard and what's been tried. This 20 minute conversation helps us decide if it's a good fit and agree on payment.

The student and I meet, online or in-person. I get to know their interests, strengths, how they think, and where they get stuck. We set goals together and I start building their personalized learning roadmap, which I share with the caregiver.

The student actively works towards their goals.
I provide tools and champion the learner.
Some goals are short and clear: get a diploma, pass an exam.
Other students find that consistent long-term support is helpful.

I support you until your goals are met!

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We meet consistently -- preferably weekly or twice weekly. Consistency is key to developing a strong work ethic and encoding new skills and neural pathways. Goals are set and help us track progress; ownership of the process helps rebuild confidence.

Reach and Review Goals

Contact

"They loved her from the first lesson. She made them feel capable and empowered.

They would finish each 1 hour session with a smile on their faces because of the amount of work they were able to do together, which helped to increase their confidence a lot."

- Francesa, international school mother of three!

Testimonials

"Our family felt like we had a true ally, helping our daughter get to where she needed to be academically.

I am incredibly proud of of my daughter's growth in all areas, particularly in her confidence."

- Kristi, Grade 7 home school parent