Emily

Qualified Teacher | MA Public Policy

I am a former educator with eight years of experience in teaching and tutoring. I possess extensive experience in delivering lessons in AP Literature, English, and SAT/ACT preparation. Additionally, I hold a Master's degree in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.

Teaches:SAT ACT English

Curriculum:AP Admissions

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Qualifications

Advanced Placement:Qualified Online Teacher (English Literature)

Admissions:Qualified Online Teacher (SAT, ACT and General Admissions Guidance)

Degree Qualifications:MA Masters in Public Policy (2021)/BA Social Relations and Policy/Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy (2014)

Vetted Tutor

Personally Interviewed

Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

Emily has tutored both in individual, small group, and large group settings. She has tutored in SAT/ACT prep, particularly in the English/Writing portions. Emily has helped students gain more than 100 points of growth on the SAT.

Additionally, she has experience in supporting students with their College Admissions essays. Former students of her have gained acceptances into universities such as Harvard, Brown, Stanford, and the University of Michigan.

Tutoring Approach

Emily uses a differentiated tutoring style based on students’ learning modalities, interests, and goals. Her approach is standards-based and data-driven.

In terms of SAT and ACT tutoring, Emily uses testing strategies that build student confidence, pacing, and reading comprehension on assessments. In English and College Admissions Essay Writing, Emily uses brainstorm activities, writing exercises and outlines to teach persuasive, analytical, personal and research writing samples