Katherine
Background Checked
Bachelor of Arts
Sacramento
English (Native)
Description
Katherine is a recent graduate of Amherst College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology with an impressive 3.9 GPA. She offers tutoring in English language arts, with a focus on writing, grammar, and literary analysis for students from middle school through college.
Katherine brings a wealth of experience from several internships, including working as a Staff Editor at the Eyre Writing Center, where she developed writing skills in students aged 11-15. In this role, she provided detailed feedback on various writing forms, met with students weekly to explain areas for improvement, and taught general rules for writing and English language. This experience honed her ability to convey constructive feedback clearly and understandably while consistently meeting deadlines. Her tenure as an Editorial Intern at Amherst College Press further deepened her expertise in English writing and grammar conventions, including the Chicago Manual of Style, through developmental and copyediting tasks. Katherine’s academic background and hands-on experience make her adept at fostering strong communication skills and guiding students toward greater independence in their academic work.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology, Amherst College, May 2023 (GPA: 3.9)
Grades & Levels
Kindergarden
Middle School
Highschool
College
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