Hi! I'm Desiree.

I've been teaching for almost 15 years, and I work with high school and college students who need help becoming better writers and thinkers, whether that's for AP exams, college applications, or just getting through their coursework without losing it.

What I help with:

AP Exam Prep (APUSH, AP World, AP Euro, AP Lit, AP Lang)

These exams require you to write under pressure and think critically. I teach concrete frameworks—like my SPRITE method for evidence generation—that give you reliable strategies instead of making you figure it out on your own. We'll work on thesis statements, document analysis, essay structure, and time management.

College Essay Coaching

Your college essay should sound like you, not like every other "I learned the value of hard work" essay. I help you find your genuine story and tell it in a way that's compelling and authentic. We'll work on personal statements, supplementals, and scholarship essays.

Writing Improvement

This is for anyone who knows what they want to say but struggles to say it clearly. Maybe your teachers keep saying your thesis is "too broad" or your arguments "need more development," but you're not sure what that actually means. I help you understand what strong writing looks like and give you the tools to get there, whether it's essay organization, paragraph structure, argumentation, or just making your sentences clearer.

Academic Support & Homework Help

Whether it’s weekly assignments or major research papers, I help students work through challenging material, organize their thoughts, and build the skills they need to succeed independently.

My Approach

I will get to know you first. What are you actually struggling with? Once I understand your challenges, we create a focused plan. I'm here to teach you strategies you can use on your own, building your confidence and independence along the way.