English, Proofreading, and ACT Reading and English Tutor

Devin O.

I graduated from the Franciscan University of Steubenville with a BA in English Literature in 2024. This followed my proven track record with the English language, as I scored a perfect 36 on the ACT in both English and Reading in high school. As long as I have been able to read, I have kept a book nearby at all times. This gave me a great understanding of the nuances of the English language, which I now joyfully share with others.

My background in tutoring began in high school, when I aided elementary school students with their homework after school in a personalized setting. After this, I proofread many of my peers’ essays in college. Most recently, I spent a year in a dynamic outdoor education environment in Colorado, using a variety of interactive teaching methods to give students greater understanding of the topics studied. As such, I have the ability to engage individually and identify key areas of English skills to focus on and improve in.

My approach to ACT preparation is consistent and systematic. I start by diagnosing strengths and weaknesses in relation to the ACT English and Reading sections, which the student and I turn into achievable goals and real point improvements. Essay writing is inherently different, but I take a similar approach to writing improvement. First, I identify consistent weak points in the student's work. Then, I show simple and repeatable methods to improve that facet of their writing skills.

Please contact me with any inquiries or further questions about what a tutoring partnership could look like!