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30-Year AP English Teacher | College Essay Specialist | 1,000+ Essays
Marc F.

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With a Master's degree in English and 30 years in the classroom — including Advanced Placement Literature and Language — I bring serious academic credentials to every session. But what my students remember isn't my resume. It's that I made them better thinkers.
I specialize in:

College application essays — I've guided more than 1,000 students from blank page to final draft, helping them find their authentic voice and tell their story compellingly
AP English Literature and Language — deep...

With a Master's degree in English and 30 years in the classroom — including Advanced Placement Literature and Language — I bring serious academic credentials to every session. But what my students remember isn't my resume. It's that I made them better thinkers.
I specialize in:

College application essays — I've guided more than 1,000 students from blank page to final draft, helping them find their authentic voice and tell their story compellingly
AP English Literature and Language — deep text analysis, rhetorical strategies, timed writing, and exam preparation
Academic writing and critical reading — from thesis development to close reading across all grade levels
Homeschool families — flexible, personalized instruction that fits your family's rhythm and documents learning for your portfolio

My approach is Socratic — I don't give answers, I ask the right questions until students find them themselves. Parents tell me their kids go from dreading English to actually wanting to do the work. That's the goal every time.
I work with middle school, high school, and college students. Whether your child needs foundational reading support, AP exam prep, or a college essay that gets them noticed — I've done it all, and I love this work.
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Education

NYU and UMASS Amherst
English
Salem State University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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  • Hourly Rate: $45
  • Rate details: mulliple session discounts...just ask
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 9/27/2025

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ADHD

ADHD

I’m a Master’s-level English educator with 30+ years of experience teaching AP English and coaching students through advanced reading and writing. I’ve mentored 396+ gifted learners and guided 1,000+ college essays, helping students build confidence and clarity in their work. My approach is structured and highly individualized, which supports many students with ADD/ADHD through clear routines, step-by-step scaffolding, and practical organization strategies. I focus on academic skills and executive-function supports (planning, outlining, drafting, revision) to help students follow through and succeed.
Common Core

Common Core

I’m a Master’s-level English educator with 30+ years of experience teaching reading, writing, and literature aligned to rigorous academic standards. I help students master Common Core ELA skills like close reading, evidence-based writing, argument, vocabulary, and grammar—while building confidence and independence. I’ve mentored 396+ gifted learners and guided 1,000+ college essays, so I’m highly experienced at moving students from “I don’t know what to say” to clear, organized, well-supported writing. My instruction is structured and personalized, with step-by-step scaffolding and practical strategies students can use across classes and tests.
Debate

Debate

With 30 years of English teaching experience, I've spent my career developing students' critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills—the core foundations of successful debate. I've coached students in constructing logical arguments, analyzing opposing viewpoints, and articulating their ideas clearly and confidently under pressure. My expertise in rhetoric, argumentation, and evidence-based reasoning translates directly to debate instruction, where I help students master research strategies, rebuttal techniques, and effective delivery. Whether you're preparing for competitive debate tournaments or simply want to strengthen your argumentative skills, I provide structured guidance that builds both technical proficiency and authentic confidence.
English

English

I am a licensed MA english teacher with 30 years of experience.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have 30 years of experience working with English language learners across urban classrooms, including students at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of language acquisition. My ESL/ESOL instruction addresses reading comprehension, academic vocabulary development, writing conventions, grammar in context, and oral language fluency, always with attention to the cultural and linguistic backgrounds students bring to the learning experience. I have worked extensively with students who face additional barriers — including limited prior schooling, interrupted literacy, and discrimination within school systems — and I am committed to creating a classroom environment where every learner feels seen and supported. Whether a student needs help navigating everyday English or preparing for academic and professional communication, I bring patience, structure, and genuine investment in their progress.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have spent 30 years teaching essay writing and composition to students across middle school, high school, and beyond, including in some of Boston's most challenging urban classrooms. My instruction covers the full writing process — from thesis development and argumentation to organization, evidence integration, and revision — with a particular strength in teaching students who struggle to find their voice on the page. I have developed original curriculum in academic argumentation and have coached students through personal essays, persuasive writing, literary analysis, and standardized test writing including SAT and AP-level work. Whether a student needs foundational paragraph structure or help crafting a college application essay, I meet them where they are and move them forward.
Literature

Literature

I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have 30 years of experience teaching literature across multiple genres — including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, and graphic narrative — to students from middle school through advanced high school and AP levels. My instruction emphasizes close reading, textual analysis, thematic interpretation, and connecting literature to broader historical, cultural, and social contexts, helping students move beyond plot summary to genuine critical engagement with texts. I have taught canonical works alongside contemporary and multicultural literature, with a strong commitment to helping students see themselves and their world reflected in what they read. Whether a student is working through a challenging novel for class, preparing for an AP Literature exam, or simply trying to learn how to read and discuss a text more deeply, I bring the experience and enthusiasm to meet them where they are.
Music Production

Music Production

I am an independent music producer and educator with 30 years of experience in music and education, and I operate Vibe Universal, my own production imprint, where I create original beats and instrumentals across hip-hop, trap, Afrobeats, lo-fi, and other contemporary genres. I have developed and taught original music production curriculum for students with no prior musical background, with a core philosophy that you do not need to know how to read music or play an instrument to create professional-sounding tracks. My instruction covers DAW navigation, beat structure, drum programming, melody and chord selection, sampling, and mixing fundamentals, with a focus on building creative confidence alongside technical skill. I also run Homeschool Beats Academy, an online music production program for homeschool families, which reflects my commitment to making music production education accessible to learners of all ages and backgrounds.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have 30 years of experience developing the reading comprehension and analytical skills that the SAT Reading section demands, including close reading, inference, evidence-based reasoning, and interpreting informational and literary texts. My approach goes beyond test tricks — I build the underlying literacy skills that make students genuinely stronger readers, which pays off not just on the SAT but in college coursework and beyond. I have worked with students across a wide range of starting points, from struggling readers who need foundational support to strong students looking to push their scores into the top percentiles. I am equally comfortable working through passage analysis, vocabulary in context, command of evidence questions, and time management strategies to help students feel confident and prepared on test day.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have 30 years of experience teaching the grammar, usage, punctuation, and rhetorical skills that the SAT Writing section tests directly. My instruction goes beyond test prep drills — I teach students to understand why answers are correct, building the underlying language skills that make them stronger writers and editors across all academic contexts. I am equally comfortable working through subject-verb agreement, pronoun case, parallel structure, comma usage, and sentence logic as I am helping students develop the strategic reasoning needed to evaluate word choice, transition, and paragraph organization questions. Whether a student is starting from scratch or fine-tuning to push their score higher, I meet them where they are and give them the tools to perform with confidence on test day.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

As a 30-year veteran English teacher, I bring three decades of classroom expertise to one-on-one tutoring, specializing in helping students master writing, reading comprehension, and critical analysis. My teaching approach combines proven pedagogical methods with project-based learning strategies that make English engaging and relevant to students' lives. I've worked with diverse learners across all skill levels, developing personalized instruction that meets each student where they are and builds genuine confidence in their abilities. Whether you're preparing for standardized tests, tackling challenging literature, or strengthening your writing skills, I create a supportive, encouraging environment where students develop both competence and a lasting appreciation for the English language.
Writing

Writing

Title: Licensed ELA Teacher | Writing Coach & Composition, 30 Yrs Exp Qualifications: I hold a Massachusetts teaching license in English and have 30 years of experience teaching writing across all major forms — expository, argumentative, narrative, creative, and research-based — to students from middle school through advanced high school and beyond. My instruction covers every stage of the writing process, from generating and organizing ideas to drafting, revising, and editing for clarity, voice, and correctness, with particular strength in helping students who feel stuck or who struggle to put their thoughts into words. I have developed original writing curriculum, coached students through college application essays, personal statements, and standardized test writing, and worked with English language learners to build written fluency alongside academic writing skills. No matter where a student starts, my goal is to help them find their voice and write with confidence and purpose.
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Confidence growing in English

Marc has been tutoring my son for a few months, and it’s been a wonderful experience. My son has struggled with English (both reading and writing) since first grade. He recently started his freshman year in high school and asked me for extra help in English. Certainly, with an older brother applying to college and hearing many family dinner conversations about the process, he sees the connection between high school grades and the next phase. I wish that I would have discovered Marc and the Wyzant platform earlier, but my son's progress wasn't always clear during middle school and the post-COVID years. However, I believe we are in a better position now. I once worried that my son would not make it through 9th grade honors English, but with Marc's help I am more confident my son will succeed. My son and Marc have been mainly focused on reading concepts so far. Marc has helped our son move beyond surface-level understanding and start looking for deeper meaning in texts. Marc asks thoughtful, guiding questions that lead our son to figure things out on his own rather than just giving answers, helping him become a more independent learner. My son says that he feels more confident now when new texts are presented to him. Marc is very patient, kind, and encouraging, and connects very well with teenagers. Not only has he helped build our son’s self-esteem, but he’s also changed our son's attitude toward English. He used to never enjoy the subject, and it was difficult to get him to focus on assignments. However, I believe that is changing, as my son seems to want to ensure he completes the homework properly for the next tutoring session. I look forward to seeing my son's progress in writing as well as that has also been a challenging area. We’re very grateful for Marc's support and would highly recommend him to other families.

JACKIE, 13 lessons with Marc
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