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Danielle D.

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Hi! I have a BA and MA in English with a minor in Secondary Education from St. John's University in NYC. I have been an English teacher for fifteen years. Ten of those years have been as a HS English teacher and the past five have been as a professor of English Composition and Interpersonal Communication. The past three years, I have been nominated by the student body for our commencement ceremony's "Professor of the Year" Award and that has ben an honor. I hold certifications in online...

Hi! I have a BA and MA in English with a minor in Secondary Education from St. John's University in NYC. I have been an English teacher for fifteen years. Ten of those years have been as a HS English teacher and the past five have been as a professor of English Composition and Interpersonal Communication. The past three years, I have been nominated by the student body for our commencement ceremony's "Professor of the Year" Award and that has ben an honor. I hold certifications in online instruction and diversifying instruction methods in an online setting. Most recently, I have been a volunteer for The College Essay Guy's Matchlighters Scholars. I have worked with students from various backgrounds and financial situations to create their college personal statements. I typically work with students ages 14-22. I teach students the four foundational academic essays- Research Paper, Descriptive, Persuasive, and Narrative. I teach Creative Writing as well. In addition I teach Literary Analysis. I help students find their voice and elevate their writing. I teach in the traditional classroom setting and online in a 1:1 in teams or zoom.
I believe that writing should not be stressful! I am your guide on the side who will show you good models of writing, different techniques to craft a thesis statement, hook your reader, and structure your essay, Together, we will take your essay from your 'to do' pile to 'done!'
Let me help you master your College Admissions Essay, Academic and AP Writing, and the stages of revising and editing. Contact me today, I look forward to helping you achieve your goal!


Education

St. John's University
English
St. John's University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Common App Essays are $150 an hour.
  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 8/11/2026

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

English

English

My degrees are in English literature. These encompass not only reading, analyzing, and writing but the mechanics and grammar as well. I am well versed in any assignment that an English teacher or Professor will assign given my 15 years experience in the classroom.
Literature

Literature

My BA and MA are in English. Whether you need to analyze themes in Lord of the Flies or use personification in an essay- I am here to help!
Proofreading

Proofreading

Perplexed about using a comma versus a semi colon? Not sure which verb helps your sentence to flow? I have 15 years of experience as an English teacher in HS and College settings. Reach out to me today!
Reading

Reading

I am the guide on the side helping my students read to gather information and analyze texts. I help all levels. I want to help you gain confidence and use strategies to get the necessary information to analyze texts.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I have 15 years in the classroom at both the HS and College level. I can assist you with any vocabulary questions and/or assignments you may have. I assist all levels to gain the confidence to speak and write with a varied vocabulary.
Writing

Writing

Let's take that research paper from dreaded to done! I will be your guide on the side assisting you with formulating a thesis, showing you the ABC's of citing research, and how to create your essay either in APA or MLA format.
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