University Instructor & Academic Writing Coach | Essays, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL

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Welcome! I’m a professional writer and university instructor with over a decade of experience helping students of all ages—both in the U.S. and internationally —become more confident, effective writers. What I offer: A clear, step-by-step approach: Writing feels hard for everyone (even professional writers!). I’ll show you how to break the process into manageable, practical steps. A strong academic foundation: I teach the core structure of academic writing—a flexible framework you can use for essays, research papers, and exams. Personalized lessons: Whether you’re preparing for a proficiency exam, writing a class essay, or building long-term skills, every lesson is tailored to your goals. Complete support at every stage: I’ll help with grammar, organization, research, and developing ideas— from brainstorming to final polish About me: Education: M.A. in English Literature from Stanford University Experience: 10+ years of university-level teaching, plus work as an editor and freelance journalist (published in major outlets) Global perspective: I’ve lived in China and traveled across Europe and Asia. I love working with students from all over the world. What I Can Help With: Writing & Essay Coaching Grammar & Organization Support Exam Preparation: SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, GCSE, and more Literature Tutoring & Reading Analysis I provide free trial lessons so we can talk through your goals and you can get a feel for my teaching style risk-free! Have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out — I’m happy to help!