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Experienced English Tutor: Essays, Term Paper Emergencies, and ESL
Donna Ann P.

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I have been teaching foreign and American students English, essay writing, literature, and grammar for over 12 years. Need late night help with an English literature essay, term paper, college entrance essay, resume, or grammar homework? I can help. I am also familiar with the Common Application and a variety of undergraduate school admissions essays along with the personal statements required for graduate school.

I have a B.A. degree from the University of Texas at Austin. I have taught...

I have been teaching foreign and American students English, essay writing, literature, and grammar for over 12 years. Need late night help with an English literature essay, term paper, college entrance essay, resume, or grammar homework? I can help. I am also familiar with the Common Application and a variety of undergraduate school admissions essays along with the personal statements required for graduate school.

I have a B.A. degree from the University of Texas at Austin. I have taught students in grades 1-12 and college students as well. If you have a term paper emergency or just need a better understanding of what you are reading, I can help. I can also assist you with reading comprehension and SAT test preparation. My students like the fact that I teach them how to find the main idea and the implied idea in the reading comprehension section of the SAT as well as manage their time effectively on the faster paced digital SAT. I also teach them how to prepare essays quickly and succinctly in a timed testing environment. In addition, I have tutored middle school students in both Math and English in preparation for the SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT (the entrance exams for private high schools).

With all of my students, I patiently teach grammar and essay writing skills to meet their needs. Usually, I assess the student's writing and grammar skills during the first lesson. Then, I customize subsequent lessons to cover those areas in which they need improvement. I want to ensure that students develop and improve their writing style as well as expand their vocabulary. I can also provide supplemental homework to help students improve their writing and grasp important grammar skills.

Contact me via Wyzant with your questions and comments. I look forward to working with you.

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Education

University of Texas, Austin
undergrad

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  • Rate details: I charge $38/hr. for tutoring online.
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  • Background check passed on 11/1/2017

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Career Development

Career Development

I have assisted many students with their college entrance essays for both undergraduate and graduate programs including personal statements to be submitted with their MBA applications. Basically, you need to tell the school why you are unique and what you can add to their graduate class as well as how their program will meet your unique needs. Stating simply that you wish to obtain a degree in order to make more money is not what the school wants to hear. Instead, the school wants to know what unique projects you have previously completed, and how a degree from their university will help you achieve something special. The purpose of the essay or statement is to set you apart from the mass of applicants, and encourage the school to accept a unique and talented individual who will be an asset to their class. Detailing one's prior work experience is important. If the student is seeking an MBA because it will further their existing career and expand their management and corporate governance capabilities, then these issues should be discussed. If the MBA represents a completely new business path for the student, then their new goals should be described. Professionally, I have a B.A. from the University of Texas. I worked for many years as a Corporate Paralegal Coordinator assisting attorneys and major corporate clients with multi-million dollar transactions at a major law firm. I also completed business courses in both graduate and undergraduate school. I never finished my MBA because I was able to attain a management position without it. Today, I have my own litigation support business and I tutor students part-time. I am personally familiar with the process of entering an MBA program because I was admitted to such a program.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I have assisted many students with their college entrance essays and personal statements for both undergraduate and graduate programs. Basically, you need to tell the school why you are unique and what you can add to their student body as well as how their program will meet your unique needs. Stating simply that you wish to obtain a degree in order to make more money is not what the school wants to hear. Instead, the school wants to know what unique projects you have previously completed, and how a degree from their university will help you achieve something special. The purpose of the essay or statement is to set you apart from the mass of applicants, and encourage the school to accept a unique and talented individual who will be an asset to their class. Detailing one's prior work experience is important. If you have done some meaningful nonprofit volunteer work, then your charity work or unpaid internship should be mentioned as well. If you are seeking a degree which will further your existing career or if you are choosing a new area of study and new goals, that issue should be explained. Professionally, I have a B.A. from the University of Texas. I worked for many years as a Corporate Paralegal Coordinator assisting attorneys and major corporate clients with multi-million dollar transactions at a major law firm. I also completed business courses in both graduate and undergraduate school. I never finished my MBA because I was able to attain a management position without it. Today, I have my own litigation support business and I tutor students part-time. I am personally familiar with the process of entering both undergraduate and graduate schools.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

When I started tutoring 7 years ago, I worked for a major tutoring center chain in San Francisco. There, I honed my tutoring skills with younger students, and patiently taught them cursive writing, reading, spelling, and basic grammar and pronunciation. I encouraged them to write complete sentences, and made learning fun and interesting while I followed the center's lesson plans. However, I realized that tutoring students in classes of 25 or 30 does not always meet their needs. Private tutoring can resolve their weaknesses and end their frustration. Students are much more likely to admit they don't understand a concept in a private tutoring session than in a large classroom. Younger children can be especially shy and afraid to admit they don't understand a concept. With private tutoring, I can solve the student's confusion more easily. I also have extensive experience teaching children raised in non-English speaking households. Having studied Russian and French myself, I know how hard it is to become fluent in a second language. Therefore, I have the teaching skills and patience necessary to help students for whom English is a first or a second language.
Phonics

Phonics

I have been teaching ESL and English pronunciation to foreign students for over six years. Phonics drills, which focus on parts of words and key syllables and their sounds, help the student learn English more easily. Usually I combine phonics drills with vocabulary instruction and grammar in order to improve the student's comprehension and ability to speak clearly. Using phonics flash cards and reading material at the appropriate level for the student help build the student's confidence quickly. I have a B.A. degree from the University of Texas at Austin.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

As a paralegal manager for many years, I conducted training sessions for recent college graduates on key topics in the legal profession. I am comfortable speaking in front of an audience, and encouraging others to speak in a relaxed manner. I am also experienced in preparing notes which guide me through a speech so it appears more natural and not as robotic. In college, I participated in debates. As a paralegal, I have over 20 years of experience assisting attorneys at trial. A good debater and public speaker knows both the strengths and weaknesses of their point of view before they speak. Preparation is the key to a successful presentation. I would be happy to assist others in reaching their public speaking goals.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have taught students how to prioritize their homework, and how to focus on key ideas and themes when they read textbooks and literature. Focusing on reading comprehension improves not only study skills, but also SAT scores. I encourage my students to use a highlighter as they read,and highlight key ideas. They should also look for exceptions and contrasting theories when they read a text. In addition, I have taught them internet research skills to supplement their knowledge. I have also encouraged them to evaluate what they read, form their own opinions, and express their viewpoint clearly. Good reading and writing skills provide the foundation for good study skills.
ACT English
ACT Reading
English
ESL/ESOL
General Computer
Grammar
Law
Proofreading
Reading
SAT Reading
SAT Writing
Spelling
TOEFL
Vocabulary
Writing

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Superb session

Tutor provided my family with a wealth of information. Looking forward to the future sessions, as my daughter prepares for the HSPT.

Jerry, 4 lessons with Donna Ann

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Donna provided several suggestions and multiple link of reference articles and data source to support the essay point. She is very patient and keeps focus on the main topic.

M, 1 lesson with Donna Ann

Knowledgable and Experience Language Arts tutor

English - Language Arts for Highschooler. she was able to complete highschool essay review with good recommendations and tips. Was able to share many informative tips how highschoolers need to work on Language Arts.

Pallavi, 10 lessons with Donna Ann

Exceptional writing tutor

Donna was an exceptional writing tutor who played a pivotal role in helping me craft a compelling appeal letter. Her expertise, guidance, and dedication were invaluable. She ensured that my voice was authentically represented in the letter and provided constructive feedback that boosted my confidence. Donna is a mentor who empowers her students to communicate effectively and persuasively. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking writing assistance.

Aaron , 2 lessons with Donna Ann

Very skillful and helpful teacher

She helped my son with his essay very carefully. We discussed with the child, explaining in what order the overall sentence structure should be placed. I feel very lucky that my son met Donna. She is a very valuable teacher that I met after struggling with other insincere teachers I met here.

Hanna, 1 lesson with Donna Ann

I recommend this teacher!

It is difficult to find a teacher who can properly guide older students, but this teacher's lessons helped me a lot. Answers to questions come quickly, and above all, her judgment on editing is very fast and accurate.I want to continue taking lessons.

Esther, 2 lessons with Donna Ann

Patient and kind tutor

Donna was very sweet and helpful. She gave me ideas and helped me with my statement. She is very knowledgeable in the language and very patient with me. I would recommend her to anybody that needs help without judgement.

Manju, 1 lesson with Donna Ann

Knowledgable and Experience Language Arts tutor

English - Language Arts for Highschooler. she was able to complete highschool essay review with good recommendations and tips. Was able to share many informative tips how highschoolers need to work on Language Arts.

Pallavi, 10 lessons with Donna Ann

Great Great teacher!

My son met several writing teacher through Wyzant and She is the best writing teacher. She gave a lot of useful advice about the writing and my son learned a lot.

Hanna, 1 lesson with Donna Ann

Great advice and help for a teenager

It was not easy to find a good writing teacher for a teenager. Danna is always very helpful when my teenager boy is in trouble of writing. She helped to organize his paragraphs. Thank you very much.

Hyun, 16 lessons with Donna Ann
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