At Uptown Stories, we believe that writing is an essential tool for academic success, critical thinking, and self-expression. Based in upper Manhattan, we offer small-group writing workshops to children ages nine to sixteen, led by master teachers and professional authors. To ensure our workshops are accessible to all children, families pay tuition at a self-determined rate. www.UptownStories.org

Provide private instruction in essay writing, reading comprehension, and study-skills with a particular focus on the middle school age students. Assist with high school applications and essays.

Developed new humanities curriculum, including a fiction writing workshop, a Civil War research web ring, a performance of theatrical monologues, and student-directed literature circles. Facilitated discussions with girls about bullying and communication.

Designed and led a class on ancient civilizations. Developed interdisciplinary projects such as a diary written from ancient Pompeii and a Medieval Europe television news program.

Demonstrated model history, reading and writing lessons. Provided mentorship for new teachers. Assisted with curriculum development.

Originated an interdisciplinary, project-based 7th grade humanities curriculum at a small, progressive public school in the East Village. Helped develop advisory system, schedule, and discipline policies. Directed bi-annual student talent show and student film club.

Taught 7th grade English and 7th, 8th, and 11th grade creative writing using my own workshop-based curriculum. Acted as student advisor and middle school computer representative.

Taught 8th and 10th grade English and 9th grade classical civilization. Founded a girls’ discussion group on body image.

Assessed K-10th grade students in reading and writing at learning centers in Darien Connecticut and Cedarhurst Long Island. Developed and supervised individualized tutoring program.