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Certified, Experienced, & Engaging English & French Teacher
Jennifer W.

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Hello! I’m Ms. Jennifer, an experienced secondary English educator with a degree in English, a minor in French, and a master’s in teaching secondary English (GPA 3.86, Dean’s List). I have eight years of classroom experience teaching grades 6–12, including AP English, AP Literature, American and British literature surveys, honors English, grammar, Greek and Latin roots, and French I & II.

I offer dynamic, structured, discussion-based lessons tailored to each student, whether elementary,...

Hello! I’m Ms. Jennifer, an experienced secondary English educator with a degree in English, a minor in French, and a master’s in teaching secondary English (GPA 3.86, Dean’s List). I have eight years of classroom experience teaching grades 6–12, including AP English, AP Literature, American and British literature surveys, honors English, grammar, Greek and Latin roots, and French I & II.

I offer dynamic, structured, discussion-based lessons tailored to each student, whether elementary, secondary, advanced, or college-level. I specialize in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, AP and IB courses, college application and personal essays, and test prep for PSAT, SAT, ACT, CAASP, STAAR, Achieve 3000, I Ready, and more. I use proven materials, including College Board resources, sample Ivy League essays, practice tests, and supplemental tools like IXL, to help students excel.

My students’ successes speak for themselves: helping a student place in the finals of the 2025 John Locke Essay Competition (out of 63,328 entries), achieving perfect ACT scores—including the highest in a 100-year-old Catholic school’s history—and consistently exceeding expectations in writing. Voted favorite teacher by seniors three years in a row, I love guiding students in all aspects of English, including creative writing. Whatever your student is reading or preparing for, I’ve likely taught it and have the curriculum to help them succeed.

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Education

University of Louisiana at Monroe
English
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Additional Languages

French

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $55
  • Rate details: You may cancel or reschedule a lesson until 15 mins. beforehand. $15 charge for no show/no contacts. I understand things happen, but missed sessions affect my availability and potential to work.
  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required

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Accent Reduction

Accent Reduction

As a former middle and high school English teacher, I've worked with students in my inclusive classroom on many English as a second language skills including pronunciation. I also offer free student accounts to Quizizz which analyzes and scores pronunciation for any language, including English. The key to having a perfect American English accent - and one that will serve you well- is to focus on the phonics that make up each vowel team, diphthong, short and long vowels, and other common spelling patterns. Pronunciation has rules that allow you to improve your accent across the language. For example, there are three rules for pronouncing past-tense suffixes and rules for pronouncing plural words, how to pronounce /v/ sounds and /w/ sounds without merging the two. I provide clear outlines of each pronunciation rule with differentiated exercises to help you sound like a native. Being an experienced ESL tutor, I have tons of materials to cover rules and differences between languages that will help you speak clearly and in an understandable way. I'm very flexible, easy going, and passionate about helping my students. I go above and beyond to get the job done. My last ESL student, who I tutored for the interview process, recently landed a new job in the U.S., and I would love to help you reach your speaking goals, too.
ACT English

ACT English

Former ACT Aspire teacher with high student scores on standardized tests and the ACT Englisj, reading and writing portions. Licensed English teacher with the highest student scores in the history of a 100-year-old Catholic school. Voted favorite teacher three years in a row by every senior.
Common Core

Common Core

As a licensed English teacher, I know everything about Common Core. I even worked at a pilot school when Common Core first came out and got to know my state's department of education Common Core creators and curriculum writers. I have every Common Core standard memorized for reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Lastly, I offer a free subscription to IXL with custom Common Core courses just for learning Common Core standards for each state.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I've taught all forms of creative writing including poetry, drama, and prose at the middle and high school levels with experience tutoring elementary students. I love creative writing and use classic examples of the best creative works to demonstrate to students powerful strategies and tools to write moving stories that communicate big ideas and allow students to express themselves with pride. As a former American and British literature teacher, I've taught most authors and their works, and I would say that the key to creative writing is knowing the tools and strategies that authors before us and today have used with deft ability like literary devices, strong word choice, structure, and rhythm and meter. Mirroring their creative advancements allows for amazing prose, poetry, and drama. I'm confident I can take your writing to the next level!
Debate

Debate

My name is Jennifer, and I used to coach my high school debate team. I have lots of materials and fun exercises for teaching all forms of debate. I use examples of winning speeches to show students the strategies and techniques they need to win. With many successes and proud moments, I would be happy to help your student hone their debate and speaking skills to compete in local, regional, and national debate competitions.
English

English

As a licensed, secondary English teacher of eight years, I’m excited to offer you the total package: grammar, literature, reading, writing, speaking, and listening. I can teach you all the skills including how to analyze any text and write about it. With a Master of Arts in Teaching (3.86 GPA) and a proven track record of successfully teaching English, my students earn the highest scores every year, get tons of compliments on their papers in college, and feel confident about themselves. A member of the MLA and the APA, I stay up-to-date on style and formatting changes. Having tutored professionally for the past ten years, our sessions would be impactful and dynamic. My tutoring approach incorporates contemporary methods such as discussion-based lessons, scaffolded instruction, and differentiated learning. Lesson structure accommodates the student's goals. Located in the Central Time Zone, I’m available to East and West Coast students. Although I'm new to Wyzant, I can explain how it works and what all I can do for you. Feel free to ask me any questions or request a phone call. Take advantage of my low introductory rate of $35 for new students. Thank you for reading!
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

Former high school and middle school writing and grammar teacher here! I'm also a member of the MLA and APA and stay up-to-date on all revisions. I taught students from grades 6th-12th how to write strong essays including three-part thesis statements that answer the "so what?" question along with structure for introductory, body, and concluding paragraphs; citing in MLA and APA format; using strong verbs; how to link paragraphs and sentences for cohesion; style; grammar; bibliographies (including annotated ones); and works cited pages. When it comes to writing essays, literary reviews, critiques, character analyses, persuasive, argumentative, informative, analytical, or narrative writing tasks, I am your expert! My students complete essays quickly with guidance and get awesome grades! As a former American and British literature teacher, I've taught most works and can easily help you knock out those papers and impress your teacher!
French

French

Bonjour! I taught French I, II, and French honors for four years in Louisiana. I also have a minor in French, and I was just two classes away from getting a double major in the subject. I’m an excellent teacher, with high student scores and voted favorite teacher three years in a row. My masters in teaching and teaching certification further demonstrate my ability to plan exceptional lessons with differentiation (looking at things in a different way), scaffolding (gradual release of control), and technology-enhanced lessons (gamification); I’m great at jazzing exercises up to be super engaging and dynamic. I’m also a professional tutor formerly employed by various schools I taught at and the organization Broaden Horizons which serves underprivileged children. I currently create and sell French and English teaching resources, and I would love to use my library of fun educational tools and materials to tutor you and have some fun along the way! I’m more than happy to create a course of study for you to reach your goals, and being located in the Central Time Zone, I’m available to East and West Coast students as well. Message me to schedule a lesson or talk more! Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Grammar

Grammar

As a licensed secondary English teacher who taught 7th-through-12th grade grammar and writing for five years, I can teach you how to sound like a million bucks. With a Bachelor of Arts in English (Dean’s List), I’ve studied advanced grammar, and I’m great at solving all kinds of grammatical problems. I know even the most difficult grammatical concepts like the back of my hand. My Master of Arts in Teaching (3.86) GPA shows that I have effective teaching strategies and methods. My students’ high scores also show that I can teach the difficult subject that is grammar, and that I was voted favorite teacher by almost every senior for three years, shows that I’m personable. My ten-year career as a tutor has been a rewarding one, and I know I can help you! My tutoring approach incorporates contemporary methods such as discussion-based lessons, scaffolded instruction, and differentiated learning. Lesson structure accommodates the student's goals. Located in Central Time Zone, I’m available to East and West Coast students. Although I'm new to Wyzant, I can explain how it works and what all I can do for you. Feel free to ask me any questions or request a phone call. Take advantage of my low introductory rate of $35 for new students. Thank you for reading!
Literature

Literature

I've studied and taught every major work, author, and literary period in American and British history including 7th-through-12th grade literature and popular multi-cultural works and Southern literature. As an English major (Dean's List), life-long reader and aspiring author, I'm the literary nerd for you! My experience in tutoring includes college-level English students with nothing but success! Want to know the back stories, histories, and literary dramas behind the authors? Want it explained to you in a way you can understand it? Let's connect, today! I can't wait!
Proofreading

Proofreading

I’m an expert proofreader with eight years experience grading hundreds of essays for thesis statements, hooks, background information, definition of important terms, analysis, understanding of the text, accuracy, evidence, reasoning, methods of elaboration, cohesion, style, formatting, grammar, and spelling. I know exactly what to look for in any writing mode (research, expository, analytical, and narrative/creative) and can proofread quickly. I have high standards having taught 7th-12th grade grammar for five years, and I’m an expert grammarian. I can spot a grammatical flaw from a mile away. I would love to help you spruce up your assignments, and make an impression that reflects your personality and strengths! Since 2015, I’ve been tutoring students from first grade to college with nothing but success. My students receive countless compliments on their writing, and I know I can help you, too! My tutoring approach incorporates contemporary methods such as discussion-based lessons, scaffolded instruction, and differentiated learning. Lesson structure accommodates the student's goals. Located in the Central Time Zone, I’m available to East and West Coast students. Although I'm new to Wyzant, I can explain how it works and what all I can do for you. Feel free to ask me any questions or request a phone call. Take advantage of my low introductory rate of $35 for new students. Thank you for reading!
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

Friends, Romans, countrymen lend me your ears! Hello, I'm Jennifer, and I love public speaking. As a teacher, English major, and former debate coach, I know the best speeches, best practices in speaking, and the timeless strategies and techniques to take your speaking to the next level! I use the best speeches ever made and break them down to show you what makes a good speech so moving, clear, and powerful. I would love to help you spruce up your writing and delivery. Message me to leave a lasting impression on your audience, just like Shakespeare!
Reading

Reading

I have a bachelor’s in English (Dean’s List) along with a master’s in teaching English (3.86 GPA) where I took courses on reading comprehension and teaching reading to students with disabilities like dyslexia, autism, and ADHD. As a secondary English teacher of eight years, I’ve taught hundreds of students how to read, understand, and analyze complex texts and demonstrate their understanding in their writing. We also receive a lot of training as teachers, and I’ve completed courses for learning disabilities and advanced students as well. Former American and British literature teacher, honors teacher to 9th-through-12th grade students, and a paid tutor at public and private schools in Baton Rouge and Monroe, Louisiana, I’m experienced and trained to advance students and prepare them for college and standardized tests, no matter their level, by using contemporary teaching methods, research-based strategies, and staying up-to-date through memberships with the MLA, APA, and National Council of Teachers of English. Each lesson is planned with your goals in mind. For standardized test prep, I use sample exams from your state’s standardized test in order to expose the student to common questions and state-shared standards. I use sophisticated reading strategies like partner reading to teach students fluency and vocabulary, clozed reading (pause and say the word) for frequent checks of attention, radio reading, and higher-level questions to probe the text. I have lots of experience and great results with working with diverse students. I’ve seen improvements in their writing, reading, analysis, and even handwriting. Just working one-on-one, finding proven strategies that work, with strict goals in mind, and careful attention to progress, I’m confident I can help your student.
STAAR

STAAR

As a licensed English teacher with experience tutoring and teaching students to ace the STAAR reading test, I know I can help your student! I also offer a free subscription to IXL with custom course plans just for the STAAR reading assessment! Students can also use this subscription to practice at home. As a former STAAR tutor, I have endless custom lessons for each question type and standard assessed such as determining the meaning of unfamiliar words, identifying main ideas and themes, analyzing characters and plot development, interpreting figurative language and literary devices, evaluating the author's purpose and perspective, and making inferences and drawing conclusions.
Writing

Writing

As a licensed secondary English teacher who taught 6th-through-12th grade grammar and writing for eight years, I can teach you how to sound like a million bucks. With a Bachelor of Arts in English (Dean’s List), I’ve studied and taught all modes of writing (research, expository, analytical, and narrative) along with their structures, formats (member of the APA and MLA), documentation styles, methods of elaboration (lengthening papers), cohesion, and word choice. An expert on the writing process, I can help you whip up a paper in no time. Since 2015, I’ve been tutoring students from first grade to college with nothing but success. My students receive countless compliments on their writing, and I know I can help you, too! My tutoring approach incorporates contemporary methods such as discussion-based lessons, scaffolded instruction, and differentiated learning. Lesson structure accommodates the student's goals. Located in the Central Time Zone, I’m available to East and West Coast students. Although I'm new to Wyzant, I can explain how it works and what all I can do for you. Feel free to ask me any questions or request a phone call. Take advantage of my low introductory rate of $35 for new students. Thank you for reading!
ACT Reading
Spelling
Vocabulary

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Amazing tutor

Jennifer taught both my children - one in middle school and one in elementary. She is an excellent language arts teacher. She helped both my kids with strong fundamentals and essay writing. Jennifer's guidance and efforts was crucial in helping my older child reach the top percentile of essay writers at the prestigious John Locke essay competition.

Anand, 68 lessons with Jennifer

Amazing teacher!

My daughter (6th grader) and son (4th grader) loved their reading session with Miss Jennifer! She was very interactive and kept them engaged the entire session! Highly recommended

Nadia, 1 lesson with Jennifer

Wonderful tutor for middle school student!

Jennifer has been an excellent tutor for our 8th grade daughter. Both her writing and confidence have improved in just a few lessons with Jennifer!

Ellie, 2 lessons with Jennifer

Very knowledgeable and helpful

Ms. Jennifer is an amazing teacher. My son tells me that he can’t wait for the next class each week. She encourages my child and I think has made him very confident in trying to comprehending complex words and paragraphs. She is extremely capable and understands what the focus area should be for the child to improve but at the same time does all this in a very fun and positive way. So happy to have found a teacher like her.

Mala, 4 lessons with Jennifer

Great Teacher

I like reading the feedback from Ms. Jennifer after every lesson. I know what my daughter is doing and how much she learnt. My daughter enjoys having her lesson and she finds it is very helpful and interesting. Thank you Ms. Jennifer!

Shirley, 15 lessons with Jennifer

Skilled and doesn’t waste time.

Jennifer began work with my son right away. She was able to gauge his abilities and adjust on the fly to help him improve his essay-writing abilities. She had a bunch of age appropriate material already prepared and came up with a plan to benefit him the most.

Jonathan, 5 lessons with Jennifer

A great English teach ...

I have two middle school children in 6th and 7th grade. Both of them like very much Jennifer after their first online class. Jennifer did an assessment on Grammar and Vocabulary in the first class, which helps to have a specific syllabus for each of them. She is very knowledgeable, nice and patient. My kids can immediately focus on the class topic from the beginning of class and keep a whole one hour class time. Thanks Jennifer!

Yongjun, 22 lessons with Jennifer

Excellent Teacher

Jennifer worked so well with my son on a thesis type paper for high school. She taught him how to do research, compile data and write a comprehensive essay Great job thank you!

Beatrice, 8 lessons with Jennifer

Fantastic writing coach

Jennifer is a fantastic writing coach! She is so positive and encouraging for my 11 year old son and clearly very experienced in teaching. She is always prepared with detailed lessons, provides great feedback, and most importantly, my son really enjoys his lessons with her. She is also coaching him in French and makes learning such a fun experience. Can’t recommend her highly enough!

Susanne, 6 lessons with Jennifer

Great teacher.

Jennifer has been working on grammar with my son. She did a great job helping to simplify complicated grammar rules. My son just placed into honors English for 10th grade. Thank you Jennifer.

Mark, 15 lessons with Jennifer