A passionate English educator of over a decade, I’ve taught everything from Creative Writing to AP English to Composition at the college level. As a former English Department Chair, I provided instructional coaching for the Humanities department, growing fellow teachers into more effective educators. I received my Masters in English Education at Columbia University, and have two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in Comparative Literature and one in Spanish Language. I speak Spanish and have extensive experience working with students learning English as a second language. In 2016, I developed a curriculum for writing college admissions essays, and have since guided hundreds of students through the process.

I love working with students on the college admissions process. To me, it’s a rich opportunity for their personal growth (as well as mine, tbh). Through the essay prompts, institutions ask students to reflect on their experiences, their communities, and most importantly, their identity. Making students feel empowered during this time is the most important work I do and to be their advocate and cheerleader is a privilege.