20-year Veteran High School English Teacher

Andrew P.

I am an experienced English educator with over 20 years of teaching in New Jersey public high schools, working with students in grades 9–12 in both honors and college-preparatory courses. I currently teach high school English full-time and also serve as an adjunct English professor, where I teach first-year composition focused on academic writing, research, and critical analysis.

I hold a Master’s degree in English from Rutgers University as well as New Jersey certifications in English, Supervision, and School Leadership. My experience includes classroom teaching, one-on-one instruction, and small-group support with students ranging from middle school through adult learners.

I specialize in essay writing, literary analysis, grammar, research skills, and college application essays. I have helped students improve thesis development, organization, use of evidence, and revision strategies. At the college level, I regularly support first-year and adult learners in building foundational writing and critical thinking skills.

My tutoring approach is structured and individualized. I begin by identifying each student’s strengths and areas for growth, then design targeted lessons to build skills step-by-step. I provide clear models, guided practice, and specific feedback so students can make measurable progress.

In addition to teaching, I have published work in education outlets such as Edutopia, where I share instructional strategies and approaches to student engagement.

I enjoy working with middle school, high school, and college students and am committed to helping each student build confidence, improve their skills, and achieve their academic goals.