Certified Teacher & Classics PhD| Writing, History & Languages

Victoria M.

Bible Studies

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History and a certified teacher with extensive experience studying and teaching the ancient Mediterranean world. My graduate coursework has included religion in the ancient world, encompassing Greek and Roman religious traditions, early Christianity, and the cultural and political contexts of biblical texts. I help students develop close reading skills, historical understanding, and confidence in analyzing religious and historical sources. Whether students are studying the Bible in an academic setting or seeking a deeper understanding of its historical context, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based instruction tailored to their goals.

Classics

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an instructor with more than a decade of teaching experience at both the secondary and university levels. My background includes extensive study of the ancient Mediterranean world, including Roman history, Greek and Roman literature, mythology, religion, and classical culture. I work with students ranging from middle school through university, helping them develop a deeper understanding of classical texts, historical contexts, and scholarly approaches to the ancient world. Whether we are preparing for a course, analyzing primary sources, reading ancient literature, or developing research and writing skills, I focus on helping students read critically, think analytically, and communicate their ideas clearly. Lessons are tailored to each student's goals and experience level.

College Counseling

As a PhD candidate, certified teacher, and experienced writing instructor, I have worked with students on personal statements, supplemental essays, academic writing, and application materials. I help students identify compelling experiences, develop authentic narratives, and communicate their ideas with clarity and confidence. My approach emphasizes thoughtful reflection, strong writing, and careful revision rather than formulaic admissions advice. I have supported students through the college application process by helping them develop and refine essays, prepare application materials, and present their strengths effectively.

Essay Writing

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History with extensive experience teaching and mentoring students in academic writing at the high school and university levels. My work involves producing and editing complex research in ancient history, which has strengthened my ability to guide students in developing clear arguments, strong thesis statements, and well-structured essays. I have supported students in improving grammar, style, and critical analysis, as well as in preparing research papers and thesis-driven assignments. My approach emphasizes clarity, organization, and building confidence in writing across disciplines.

Executive Functioning

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History with a background in Education and several years of teaching experience at both the secondary and university levels. In my work with students, I frequently support executive functioning skills in high school and university/college students (ex. organization, time management, task initiation, and planning). I work with students who feel overwhelmed by assignments or struggle to keep track of deadlines, helping them break work into manageable steps and develop consistent routines. Much of my approach is integrated with academic support, particularly in writing-heavy courses where planning and structure are essential. My goal is to help students build practical strategies they can use independently, improving both their confidence and their ability to manage their workload over time.

French

I am a certified teacher, PhD candidate in Roman History, and Canadian educator with a strong background in French language and culture. Growing up and studying in Canada, I developed my French in a bilingual environment and have continued to use the language throughout my academic career. I work with students on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, conversation, and pronunciation, and can support learners ranging from beginners to those preparing for courses such as AP French or assessments like the DELF. Having taught at both the secondary and university levels, I tailor lessons to each student's goals while building confidence, independence, and lasting language skills.

Latin

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an experienced educator with more than a decade of teaching experience at the secondary and university levels. My training in Classics and ancient history has given me extensive experience working with Latin language and literature. I support students at a variety of levels, from those encountering Latin for the first time to more advanced learners studying translation, grammar, literature, or AP Latin coursework. Whether a student is working through the Cambridge Latin Course, preparing for exams, strengthening grammatical foundations, or reading Latin texts, I focus on building confidence alongside mastery of the language. Lessons are tailored to each student's goals and emphasize both strong fundamentals and long-term learning strategies.

Personal Statements

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History with experience teaching and mentoring students at both the secondary and university levels. I have worked extensively with students on academic writing, college essays, scholarship applications, and personal statements, helping them develop strong structure, clarity, and authentic voice. My approach focuses not only on revision and grammar, but also on brainstorming, organization, argumentation, and confidence-building throughout the writing process. I especially enjoy helping students turn rough ideas into polished, compelling final drafts.

Proofreading

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an experienced educator with more than a decade of teaching experience at the secondary and university levels. My academic and professional work has involved extensive writing, editing, and research, from undergraduate essays to graduate-level scholarship. I have experience reviewing and advising on college applications, graduate school applications, medical school applications, personal statements, research proposals, and competitive funding applications, including grant proposals that have secured more than $150,000 in external funding. Whether you are revising an essay, research paper, thesis, personal statement, application essay, or grant proposal, I provide detailed feedback on grammar, style, organization, clarity, and argumentation while maintaining the writer's own voice. My approach goes beyond correcting errors: I help writers understand how to communicate their ideas more effectively and persuasively. I have particular experience supporting students applying to college, graduate school, medical school, and other competitive academic programs.

SAT Reading

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an experienced educator with more than a decade of teaching experience at the secondary and university levels. Strong SAT Reading performance depends on more than test-taking tricks. Students need to be able to read carefully, identify evidence, recognize patterns in argumentation, and make sound inferences under time constraints. My background in teaching reading, writing, and analytical thinking helps students build the skills necessary for long-term success on the SAT. In our sessions, we focus on close reading, question analysis, evidence-based reasoning, vocabulary in context, and effective pacing strategies. I work with students to identify recurring errors, understand why incorrect answers are tempting, and develop approaches that can be applied consistently across passages and question types. Whether a student is preparing for their first SAT or looking to improve an existing score, lessons are tailored to individual strengths, challenges, and goals. My aim is not only to improve performance on the exam but also to strengthen the reading and critical thinking skills that support longer term success.

Soccer

In addition to high-level playing experience (4-year Conference First-Team All-Star; Semi-Professional Playing Experience with the Toronto Lady Lynx of the W-League), I bring a strong background in teaching and mentorship through my work in secondary and higher education. I focus on building technical goalkeeping skills — positioning, footwork, distribution, shot stopping, and communication — while also helping athletes develop confidence, discipline, and game awareness. My coaching style is supportive, structured, and adaptable to players ranging from beginners to competitive club or school athletes preparing for tryouts and higher-level play.

Study Skills

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an experienced educator with more than a decade of teaching experience at the secondary and university levels. Many students struggle not because they lack ability, but because they have never been taught how to manage their workload effectively. I help students develop the study habits, organizational systems, and learning strategies needed to succeed independently in school. Our work may include time management, planning and prioritization, note-taking, assignment tracking, test preparation, reading strategies, and breaking large projects into manageable steps. I tailor these skills to each student's needs, whether they are struggling to stay organized, feeling overwhelmed by coursework, or preparing for more demanding academic expectations. My goal is to help students become more confident, self-directed learners. Rather than creating systems that depend on a tutor's constant support, I focus on building practical habits and strategies that students can continue using throughout high school, college, and beyond.

Thesis Writing

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History with extensive experience in academic writing and research at the undergraduate and graduate levels. My work involves developing long-form arguments, engaging with primary and secondary sources, and structuring complex research projects. I support students with extended research papers and thesis writing at all stages, from refining a topic and building an argument to organizing drafts and revising for clarity. I also help students break large projects into manageable steps and maintain momentum over time. My approach focuses on clarity, structure, and developing independent writing skills, so that students can navigate research-intensive work with greater confidence. I also have a decade of experience evaluating theses for high school and undergraduate courses.

Writing

I am a PhD candidate in Roman History, a certified teacher, and an experienced educator with more than a decade of teaching experience at the secondary and university levels. Writing is a skill that extends far beyond the classroom. Whether students are composing essays, research papers, personal statements, or application materials, strong writing depends on clear thinking, effective organization, and a strong understanding of audience and purpose. I help students develop those skills through individualized instruction tailored to their goals and experience level. My background includes teaching academic writing, advising on college, graduate school, and medical school applications, and reviewing research proposals and competitive funding applications, including grant proposals that have secured more than $150,000 in external funding. In our sessions, we focus not only on improving a particular piece of writing but also on building lasting skills in argumentation, structure, revision, and style. My goal is to help students become more confident, independent, and effective writers in any academic or professional setting.