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Educator specializing in Reading, Writing, and Test Prep Skills
Vernell J.

441 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $60

About Vernell


Bio

Hello there

Teaching/tutoring is my passion. Words on paper are sometimes intimidating to many. However, I am not intimidated by the written word at all. In fact, I find writing and editing and creating with words invigorating. I enjoy helping my students to craft the best essay, paper, poem, and crafting new words.

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT:
Please be punctual. If you are unable to make a session, I need to receive from you notification at least one hour prior to the scheduled...

Hello there

Teaching/tutoring is my passion. Words on paper are sometimes intimidating to many. However, I am not intimidated by the written word at all. In fact, I find writing and editing and creating with words invigorating. I enjoy helping my students to craft the best essay, paper, poem, and crafting new words.

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT:
Please be punctual. If you are unable to make a session, I need to receive from you notification at least one hour prior to the scheduled session.

If, at any time, I do not hear from you and you fail to show, after 15 minutes, you will be charged for the entire session.

Missed scheduled session cannot be made up.

Please use your camera and please do not use your phone during scheduled sessions.

Prepare to have fun reading from an online source called EPIC if you are in elementary school.
Prepare to learn to craft the most effective sentences if you are in middle school or higher.
Prepare to become comfortable with the written word.

I look forward to working with you.

Vernell Wilks


Education

Binghamton University
English
George Mason University
Masters
George Mason University
Enrolled

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: If you are more than 15 minutes late for a session that you didn't cancel, you will be charged a $30 fee.
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 4/22/2022

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

English

English

20 plus years in teaching English to elementary, middle school, high school, and adult learners. I have multiple years of experience teaching English as a Second Language to youth and adult learners. Writing is my passion (published three books). I teach essay writing to teens and adults. For many years I have taught students to write a variety of essays such as the analytical, persuasive, argumentative essay, etc. I also teach college-bound students to prepare for the SAT exam.
Writing

Writing

I am proficient at writing. I have NEVER assisted anyone with a document that didn't receive less than a 90%. I have the ability to turn a sentence into a paragraph, a paragraph into a paper, and unravel, clean up, revise, polish a document to perfection. If you need help with writing, you really should consider using my skill sets. You will be happy that you did.
ACT English
Grammar
Literature
Proofreading
SAT Writing
Vocabulary

Examples of Expertise


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Ratings and Reviews


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4.8 (62 ratings)
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Reviews

5 Stars – The Tutor You Hope to Find!

Working with Vernell was truly one of the most important parts of my journey preparing for a Federal Law Enforcement written exam. From day one, she brought a calm, thoughtful energy to every session, helping me build the confidence and clarity I needed to tackle a process that felt intimidating and uncertain at times. After what felt like an endless wait, I finally sat for the exam — and passed! While the test format was completely different than what we had practiced (think: random facts, a strange proposal prompt, and curveballs galore), Vernell’s coaching kicked in exactly when I needed it. I stayed grounded, organized my thoughts, and relied on the core skills she helped me build — and that made all the difference. Vernell was more than just a tutor — she was a steady presence, a motivator, and someone who believed in me when the finish line felt far away. I’m incredibly grateful for her guidance and patience. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about your success and will help you get there with grace, strategy, and a whole lot of heart — Vernell is it. Thank you for everything

Aaron, 16 lessons with Vernell

Organized the outline well!

Vernell helped me with clearing up my thoughts in the outline. I had sometimes too much detail for what an outline should cover. She told me more or less not to all my cards. I also had fragmented or run on sentences, she helped make them concise and to the point.

Omar, 1 lesson with Vernell

Highly Recommended Writing Tutor

Ms. Vernell helped me in the past with the editing of my papers when I was in school and the investment definitely paid off. I received grades of 90% on most of my papers with her help. Ms. Vernell even helped me to learn to write better by taking the time to correct my mistakes and show me how to avoid making them again. With her help, I was able to improve my writing skills so much. Her personality is warm and friendly and that made it so comfortable to work with her. I highly recommend this tutor, because she is very professional and highly efficient. I would encourage anyone looking for a TRUE WordSmith to help you with your writing skills to use Ms. Vernell because you will be happy that you did.

Liz, 66 lessons with Vernell

Very patient and extremally helpful

Vernell helps my daughter in 8th grade with writing on different prompts. She helps her expand her sentences and make it into a good size paragraph. She is very patient and very knowledgeable. My daughter has improved in her writing skills tremendously . Vernell gives her prompts to practice from different areas, which helps in research skills also.

Malini, 24 lessons with Vernell

Fantastic!!

Mrs Vernell is an awesome teacher very helpful and patient my son is always existing to start his English session with Mrs Vernell.My son is improving and confidence with his assignments. Very thankful to have her as my son tutor .Great teacher !!

Camil, 10 lessons with Vernell

Amazing tutor! Very encouraging, helpful, and relatable

Vernell helped me with papers I was struggling with; she gave extremely helpful feedback, made in-text edits, and communicated in a way that made making changes to it doable and non-stressful (despite a lot needing to change). She also gave me tips and feedback that generally made me feel more confident as a writer and gave me direction for the future. She's talented and super encouraging, helpful, and relatable - makes you feel comfortable while genuinely helping you improve. 1000% recommend and will be back for my next Thanks again Vernell!

Vida , 8 lessons with Vernell
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