About the Founder

Hi! I'm A.J., a professional tutor dedicated to helping adult learners enhance their writing skills. For over ten years, I have been showing students and professionals how to become confident and effective writers who express themselves with individual style.

I believe writing is more than grammar and syntax; it is about finding your unique voice and communicating your ideas with clarity and confidence. With personalized sessions, interactive learning, and thoughtful guidance, I can empower you to become a skilled writer capable of navigating academic and professional assignments with ease.

EXPERIENCE

  • College Application Essay Coach

    • Personal statements

    • Supplemental essays

  • Scholarship Essay Coach

  • Academic Writing Tutor

    • High School

    • Undergraduate

    • Graduate

  • English Tutor - College Level

  • ESL English Tutor: Intermediate through Advanced

  • ABE Reading and Writing Tutor

  • Student Success Coach

  • Career Help Consultant

    • Resumes

    • Cover Letters

EDUCATION

  • B.A. Humanities; English and sociology

    Washington State University

    • summa cum laude

Certifications

  • T.E.S.O.L. – University of Arizona Global

  • Excellence in Online Teaching - Washington State University Global

  • Goodwill Career Coaching and Navigation

Specializations

  • Teaching Writing

  • Uncommon Sense Teaching

  • Supporting Veteran Success in Higher Education

ASSOCIATIONS

  • The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring (ATPAPT) - Member

  • National Tutoring Association - Member

More Testimonials

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A.J.'s previous students:

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"This tutor did an excellent job of assisting me with organization and structure. They saw errors in my paper and helped me to see them, taking the time to talk about the thesis statement, topic sentences, and closing sentences. They even provided extra resources that discusses these things."Essay Writing Student

"This really helped me with MLA format. Thanks!" Composition Student

"This tutor helped me get over some intimidation issues I'm having about writing an APA format paper. I truly appreciate her giving me a good, solid starting point."Essay Writing Student

"This is exactly what I needed and had hoped for. Thank you so much!"– Nursing Student