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Harvard Graduate Specializing in Writing and Admissions Essays
Elle A.

378 hours tutoring

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Elle A.'s Photo

Harvard Graduate Specializing in Writing and Admissions Essays
Harvard Graduate Specializing in Writing and Admissions Essays
Elle A.

378 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

378 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Elle


Bio

I have been told many times I have changed someone's life. If I set my mind to helping, I will do whatever it takes, and I rarely work with students who have not met or exceeded their goals. Because of my strong track record with admissions, I am limited in taking new students but will do my best on first come, first serve basis. I graduated summa cum laude from Harvard and was admitted early action. I graduated in the top 5% of my class, so I have a strong academic background.

Given my area...

I have been told many times I have changed someone's life. If I set my mind to helping, I will do whatever it takes, and I rarely work with students who have not met or exceeded their goals. Because of my strong track record with admissions, I am limited in taking new students but will do my best on first come, first serve basis. I graduated summa cum laude from Harvard and was admitted early action. I graduated in the top 5% of my class, so I have a strong academic background.

Given my area of expertise, I take on competitive undergrad and grad admissions essays. I teach exceptionally strong writing skills and assist with complex papers (including structuring, editing and citation). A dedicated, skilled tutor can bring students light years ahead in their writing. I have quickly advanced students to A level writing, competitive admissions, and for publication.

One thing I do well is to understand the individual. I have helped those with learning disabilities, medical issues, and who are under-performing or not performing at the level they wish. I love a challenge and believe deeply in the ability to change, academically and across all areas of life.

If a student has financial constraints, please message me. If there are issues with a lesson, please let me know so we can improve the sessions together. I conduct most by cell and and in google docs to stay focused on the page. My goal is to make every student self sufficient and to advance towards a goal in as short a time as possible.

While I do have a 24 hour cancellation policy, I try to be flexible when there are medical issues or extenuating circumstances.


Education

Harvard Univ.
undergrad

Policies


Schedule

Elle hasn’t set a schedule.


Approved Subjects

Art

Art History

Art History

I double-majored in science and fine arts at Harvard.

Business

GRE

Corporate Training

Grammar

Elementary Education

Elementary Math, Grammar, Reading

English

English,

English

Extensive experience teaching writing, editing and language skills. References upon request
Grammar, Reading, TOEFL, Writing

History

Anthropology,

Anthropology

My undergraduate degree from Harvard was in Biological Anthropology and Fine Arts. I completed all the required coursed in biological and social anthropology, with a straight A average. I am more than qualified to tutor and teach Anthropology, and I have done so with students in the CA area. My tutoring method in Anthropology mirrors my method in math and sciences----I try to look at where the student is having issues and problem solve from there. For some it relates to poor handle on the content and it requires teaching the material back. I find some learners who are not auditory will not absorb lectures well. With others it relates to a fundamental issue with how the individual approaches the discipline and a concept that he/she cannot excel. Whatever the reason, I will shift the way I teach back the subject and try to make it dynamic, fun and something the student can absorb. I will work on specific assignments, correct tests, summarize reading material, and look for any area where the student is not performing well and try to advance his/her work.
Art History

Art History

I double-majored in science and fine arts at Harvard.

Homeschool

English,

English

Extensive experience teaching writing, editing and language skills. References upon request
Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Chemistry, Geometry, Precalculus, Reading, SAT Math, Writing

Language

TOEFL

Math

ACT Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus, SAT Math

Most Popular

English,

English

Extensive experience teaching writing, editing and language skills. References upon request
Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Chemistry, Geometry, Precalculus, Reading, Writing

Other

College Counseling

College Counseling

I have experience with college counseling when I tutored on the west coast; mainly students came to me who wanted to apply to Ivy League schools and needed help with their essays. As someone who was admitted to Harvard early action, I know I put together a strong application. I had excellent feedback on my editing and working with student's on their college applications. I am able to help with everything from the essay to planning out the number of applications and how to meet deadlines. I know how to help students achieve results, and many of the students I worked with credited me with helping them get in to the college of their choice, despite being told they had weaker test scores. Many students overlook the importance of short essays and telling their story, they rely instead on extra curriculars and test scores. I encourage honesty and modesty, and I love to help the individual represent his/her strong points. I am confident I am able to help students with a range of different kinds of applications and again meet the necessary deadlines. I love helping people achieve their goals, so helping with college counseling is a great experience.

Science

Anthropology,

Anthropology

My undergraduate degree from Harvard was in Biological Anthropology and Fine Arts. I completed all the required coursed in biological and social anthropology, with a straight A average. I am more than qualified to tutor and teach Anthropology, and I have done so with students in the CA area. My tutoring method in Anthropology mirrors my method in math and sciences----I try to look at where the student is having issues and problem solve from there. For some it relates to poor handle on the content and it requires teaching the material back. I find some learners who are not auditory will not absorb lectures well. With others it relates to a fundamental issue with how the individual approaches the discipline and a concept that he/she cannot excel. Whatever the reason, I will shift the way I teach back the subject and try to make it dynamic, fun and something the student can absorb. I will work on specific assignments, correct tests, summarize reading material, and look for any area where the student is not performing well and try to advance his/her work.
Chemistry

Special Needs

Dyslexia

Dyslexia

I started tutoring students with ADHD, dyslexia and medical illnesses that affected their performance (brain tumors) when I was at Harvard. I tutored for an agency in CA that sent me to all the special needs students. I have worked with special needs students in the Brookline public schools and LA private and public schools. My method is variable student to student, it's very individualized, but it is of great importance to focus on self esteem and be encouraging so that these students don't anticipate under performing or feel incapable of succeeding. I will employ a range of different techniques---index cards, speaking out each step of problem solving, fact checking, estimation, et al. I try to figure out if the student is a visual, auditory or kinesthetic learner and adapt my cues accordingly. If a student has problems with memory and consistency, then repetition is key.

Summer

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Chemistry, Geometry, Reading, SAT Math, Writing

Test Preparation

College Counseling,

College Counseling

I have experience with college counseling when I tutored on the west coast; mainly students came to me who wanted to apply to Ivy League schools and needed help with their essays. As someone who was admitted to Harvard early action, I know I put together a strong application. I had excellent feedback on my editing and working with student's on their college applications. I am able to help with everything from the essay to planning out the number of applications and how to meet deadlines. I know how to help students achieve results, and many of the students I worked with credited me with helping them get in to the college of their choice, despite being told they had weaker test scores. Many students overlook the importance of short essays and telling their story, they rely instead on extra curriculars and test scores. I encourage honesty and modesty, and I love to help the individual represent his/her strong points. I am confident I am able to help students with a range of different kinds of applications and again meet the necessary deadlines. I love helping people achieve their goals, so helping with college counseling is a great experience.
ACT Math, GRE, PSAT, SAT Math, TOEFL

Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Impressive Tutor

My twins had their respective first sessions with Elle. She's laser-sharp on her assessment and able to quickly diagnose the problems. Even though they must completely rewrite their essay, both said they are motivated and excited to tackle the new draft. That's impressive!

Jeannie, 5 lessons with Elle

Very knowledgeable tutor

We have had 3 sessions with Elle and she gave great feedback to my son’s college app essays, asking the right questions, guiding my son in the right direction while allowing him to do his own work. She reminded him that as long as the essays reflect himself, that he can feel good, whether or not he gets in. Great advice!

Gray, 7 lessons with Elle

Knowledgable and patient tutor for college essay

Elle was easy to work with and very helpful. I would highly recommend for anyone working on a college essay or something related the college application process.

Andy, 5 lessons with Elle

Smart, committed and amazing!

Elle really taught me how to structure an essay professionally. I love how interested, committed, quick, and efficient she is. She helped me get thoughts out of my head even when I couldn’t! She’s a very talented person and I would definitely recommend her 10/10. I promise, you will not be disappointed. I know I will be working with her again. She’s the right tutor, so make sure you reach out to her if you’re looking for somebody!

Ali, 3 lessons with Elle

Stellar Tutor

Nick enjoyed his lesson and was motivated to do the work. He finally was able to get organized in his thoughts. Elle instructed in addition to listening to Nick. She really was able to connect. Recommend highly!

Christina , 5 lessons with Elle

My experience with College Essay Help

I came into this session, blindly.I had no idea which direction I needed or wanted to go. Elle was very attentive, patient, kind, and helpful. I will be working with her again soon on my college essay. She is very intelligent and personable. : )

Michele, 1 lesson with Elle

Very creative and knowledgeable tutor

With Elle, I was able to take my college essays to the next level. Her commitment towards my work inspired me to work even harder. She always kept a positive attitude towards mistakes and was honest with me when I needed a fresh start. I am sure that because of Elle’s help, I will be able to expand my options of colleges and find the school that best suits me. I totally recommend Elle because she will help you find your voice the same way she helped me finding mine.

Josue, 7 lessons with Elle

Elle is a wordsmith

Elle is a wordsmith, the kind I have not encountered before. She creates moving sentences and passages effortlessly and with ease. She is very positive and always found words of praise and encouragement for me, even when I was feeling stuck and clueless. I doubt myself a lot and Elle’s encouragement is really what really helped me sustain my effort through the application deadline.

Simonida, 12 lessons with Elle

Very patient and keen listener

This was our first session and Elle was very patient in guiding my daughter. I think we have a great start and we look forward to working with Elle again.

Nadeem, 3 lessons with Elle

Excellent

Elle is great, we all love her. She is very patient and goes above and beyond to work with difficult clients. We are all very happy that she got to help us in working with the student.

Dan, 12 lessons with Elle
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