Willa J.
Private tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Dartmouth College, BA in Anthropology and Creative Writing 2010, GPA: 3.78 University of New Hampshire, MFA Creative NonFiction, 2013, GPA: 4.0
Experience
I have taught and tutored at the collegiate level and have extensive experience working with writers of any ability, including ESL writers. I do not believe in strictly editing students' work, but rather guiding them through the writing process to help them strengthen their own composition and self-expression skills. Connors Writing Center Tutor—Core Staff @ University of New Hampshire •Conferenced with graduate and undergraduate writers; collaborated with students using non-directive methods to teach writing skills and engagement with the writing process. •Supervised undergraduate staff; trained and mentored new tutors to ensure a high—functioning center. •Assisted the Director in broadening the center’s scope, expanding programs and resources for ESL students and graduate writers, and coordinating outreach with other departments on campus. Course Instructor at University of New Hampshire • Independently created syllabi and planned lessons for 401: Freshman Composition and 501: Creative Nonfiction. • Conferenced with all students individually to ensure one-on-one writing guidance, prioritizing the writing process and tools for self-revision.
Availability
Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 10 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I am a writer and writing teacher. I recently moved to Portland from the east coast and am excited to have access to the incredible hiking and outdoor adventures in this part of the country. I was an athlete in high school and college, I love singing and theater, and I once lived in the mountains in Chile working as a guide for horseback camping trips!
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