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I Have Coached Students to Perfect Scores and the Ivy League
Carolyn K.

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INTRO:
I graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis (B.A.) and Carnegie Mellon University (M.F.A.). I also received two Fulbright Awards, which are highly competitive fellowships. I help students reach goals such as earning higher grades, raising standardized test scores, and gaining admission to their dream college. I have a passion for education and personalize lessons based on individual learning styles. Students have described me as clear, patient, and dedicated.

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INTRO:
I graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis (B.A.) and Carnegie Mellon University (M.F.A.). I also received two Fulbright Awards, which are highly competitive fellowships. I help students reach goals such as earning higher grades, raising standardized test scores, and gaining admission to their dream college. I have a passion for education and personalize lessons based on individual learning styles. Students have described me as clear, patient, and dedicated.

I provide expert college counseling and feedback on application essays. Schools that my clients have been admitted to include M.I.T., Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, NYU, Georgetown, Tufts, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, Washington University in St. Louis, UC Berkeley, Notre Dame, Northwestern, Boston College, University of Michigan, University of Illinois, Purdue, UC Santa Barbara, UC Davis, and many more.

My tutoring specialties include Writing, English, Reading, SAT Reading, ACT English, ACT Reading, AP U.S. History, AP European History, AP English Language and Composition, and AP English Literature and Composition. I instruct students at the junior high level and above.

EXAMPLES OF RESULTS:
*Many of my students have achieved perfect or nearly perfect scores on the ACT and SAT.
*Almost all of my students score fives and fours on the AP exams.
*I have helped students go up 100 or more points on the SAT Reading, increase 10 points on ACT English, and improve 10 points on ACT Reading.

MY CREDENTIALS:
*Scored in the top 1% in ACT Reading, the top 2% in ACT English, and the top 3% in ACT Composite
*Scored a perfect 5 on the AP U.S. History Exam
*Minor in Writing from Washington University in St. Louis (3.9 overall G.P.A.)
*Two-time Fulbright Scholar

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Education

Washington University in St. Louis
Drama
Carnegie Mellon University
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  • Hourly Rate: $125
  • Rate details: If a lesson is canceled less than 24 hours prior to the appointment, 1/2 of the lesson fee is charged.
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  • Background check passed on 3/25/2021

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ACT English

ACT English

The English grammar section of the ACT can be tricky, and I teach students the skills and strategies they need to succeed. Many of my students have earned perfect English scores after using the tips and techniques I introduced.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

The Reading section of the ACT is all about passage annotation, question type identification, and answer elimination. I will give you tips and techniques to improve your scores. We'll also practice effective time management.
American History

American History

Many of my students have achieved top scores (fours and fives) on the demanding AP U.S. History exam. I help students discover the test's key themes and concepts, and this shift in focus makes studying hundreds of years of history more efficient. I also provide feedback on course papers and projects.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I provide expert college counseling and feedback on application essays. Schools that my clients have been admitted to include M.I.T., Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, NYU, Georgetown, Tufts, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, Washington University in St. Louis, UC Berkeley, Notre Dame, Northwestern, Boston College, University of Michigan, University of Illinois, Purdue, UC Santa Barbara, UC Davis, and many more. My advice makes the complex application process much easier.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I have an MFA in Dramatic Writing (playwriting/screenwriting/TV writing) from Carnegie Mellon University and have taught scriptwriting at universities and community programs. I love helping people discover their creativity and artistic voices.
English

English

I guide students to improve their writing skills and scores in English courses and on standardized tests. I have coached students to perfect scores in AP English Language, AP English Literature, ACT English, and SAT Writing & Language.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

For over a decade, I’ve empowered students by strengthening their essay writing skills. I’ve consulted on college application essays to AP essays to general homework. My qualifications include a minor in Writing from Washington University in St. Louis and an MFA in Dramatic Writing from Carnegie Mellon University.
European History

European History

I've coached many students to a perfect 5 on the AP European History exam. I assist students with dividing hundreds of years of material into more manageable sections. We also study exam format and essay strategies.
Grammar

Grammar

I help students learn the rules of grammar to improve their writing and speaking abilities. Clients learn to fix mistakes by completing grammar exercises and revising essays. Many of my students have earned top scores on the SAT, ACT, and AP exams through grammar mastery.
Literature

Literature

I have coached students to perfect scores in AP English Literature, AP English Language, ACT Reading, and SAT Reading. I guide students to sharpen reading comprehension skills, improve writing proficiency, and raise test scores in literature courses and on standardized tests.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

For over a decade, I’ve helped students hone their personal statements, allowing their applications to stand out from the crowd. We identify your core strengths and craft a compelling story that will be memorable to the application review committee. My clients have been admitted to top undergraduate universities, medical schools, pharmacy schools, and law schools. I teach writing at the college level, and my MFA in Dramatic Writing adds creative flair.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I help students and professionals make great first impressions by fixing errors in their compositions. I minored in Writing at Washington University in St. Louis and am an expert in grammar rules. I have proofread college applications, English papers, resumes, cover letters, and scripts.
Reading

Reading

I help students learn to be more effective readers and critical thinkers. I have coached students to perfect Reading scores on the ACT and SAT exams. I can also recommend strategies for speed reading.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

For over four years, I have helped students achieve impressive results on the SAT exam. Many of my clients have earned scores in the top 1% on SAT Reading. I teach skills and strategies to make the passages and questions easier.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I teach students skills to achieve content mastery in social studies. Understanding geographical and historical context illuminates social studies topics. I scored a 5 on the AP US History exam and have a minor in Political Science. I have tutored students in social studies courses for over two years.
Theater

Theater

I am a graduate of Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, a top-ranked theater school. As an award-winning theater artist and working professional, I can coach you in playwriting, directing, and dramatic literature. I also received a Fulbright and have taught undergraduate drama courses.
United States History

United States History

For over a decade, most of my students have achieved top scores (fours and fives) on the demanding AP U.S. History exam. I help students discover the test's key themes and concepts, and this shift in focus makes studying hundreds of years of history more efficient. I also provide feedback on course papers and projects.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I teach students vocabulary skills, which provide a strong foundation for reading comprehension, writing, and standardized test-taking. I've coached students on phonetics and encouraged them to become more active readers. Evaluating students' individual learning styles allows me to offer personalized strategies to effectively memorize vocabulary words.
World History

World History

I coached a student to a top score of 5 on the AP World History exam. I help clients discover the test's key themes and concepts, and this shift in focus makes studying hundreds of years of history more efficient. I also provide feedback on course papers and projects.
Writing

Writing

I earned a minor in Writing from Washington University in St. Louis, received a Fulbright Award, and work as a professional writer. My students improve their composition skills for English courses, standardized tests, and college essays. Many clients have achieved top scores on ACT and SAT essays. I also offer feedback on creative writing projects.
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Excellent tutor who is knowledgeable and patient

Her tutoring in AP U S History made all the difference. I can’t adequately describe how much she helped. I give her the highest possible rating and recommend her to anyone interested in improving their understanding of the subject matter and increasing their chances for success.

Eric, 37 lessons with Carolyn

Engaging positive tutor

Carolyn was able to give us grammar feedback, suggestions on how to improve our writing, techniques to strengthen the narrative that we wrote. She also suggested some books to read for reference material.

Jami, 1 lesson with Carolyn

Very Helpful

Carolyn helped my daughter with an AP Lit paper. She has been struggling with writing strong topic sentences. Carolyn helped her make her writing more forceful and argumentative.

Michele, 2 lessons with Carolyn

patient tutor

Carolyn is communicative with us before and after the lesson. She sent me a summary of the lesson as well afterward without asking for it. We are happy to continue with her.

Jay, 13 lessons with Carolyn

Helpful in transforming writing from ordinary to amazing

Miss Carolyn really helped in modifying my daughters personal statement. After getting reviewed by Carolyn my daughters personal statement sounded very mature and demonstrated her strengths. Knowledge gained in that process helped my daughter to write her other college applications.

Sudha, 3 lessons with Carolyn

Very good first lesson!

My son had the first lesson with Carolyn. He really enjoyed the class, and said that the class was very helpful in brainstorming and organizing his thoughts. He is looking forward to the next lesson!

Min, 13 lessons with Carolyn

Essay

Awesome! Incredibly helpful. Thank you so much! What a great resource for college essay, ACT and application help. Savannah really enjoyed the lesson and is looking forward to working with you. We can't thank you enough. Regards, Heidi

Heidi, 5 lessons with Carolyn

Very knowledgeable and patient

She helped my son with his essay topic. She is very patient with her students and knowledgeable about top 50 colleges. She is also on time which very important.

Sara, 7 lessons with Carolyn

Amazing, brilliant tutor

Excellent college counseling. Carolyn has extensive experience and knowledge about colleges, college applications and the whole process. She takes the stress out of it all.

Ally, 9 lessons with Carolyn

Very helpful SAT tutor

Carolyn helped me accomplish and understand the aspects of the English and Essay portions of the SAT. Her tips and teaching style were very effective and made everything easier to understand. She is a patient tutor and you will certainly see positive results with her help!

Rowan, 8 lessons with Carolyn