Dana
Encouraging Tutor Specializing in English, Writing, and Test Prep
"Instruction does much, but encouragement everything." -- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe I am passionate about learning and enjoy encouraging others as they learn. I am a writing coach and have experience with elementary through college level English, test preparation, and literature analysis. For the past seven years, I have taught in small groups and one-on-one. Each student is a creative individual, and I make every effort to tailor learning to address each student's needs with the expectat...
dyslexia
SAT writing
elementary (k-6th)
phonics
SAT reading
writing
grammar
reading
English
literature
proofreading
vocabulary
Kara K. from Towson, MD
Dana was great to work with! We worked on test preparation (GRE) and also writing my personal essays to graduate school! She was always easy to reach and was very flexible with scheduling! She made me feel very comfortable and she truly knew her stuff! I am so grateful I chose Dana to work with!
Lorraine B. from Bel Air, MD
Dana S. is punctual, warm, and a very effective educator. She has been working with my developmentally disabled son for three weeks. We are thrilled with how her friendly, rewarding personality has positively affected the quality of his life. We are so happy with his reading progress.
Devon B. from Chevy Chase, MD
Dana is remarkable, patient, wise, and also fun. We could not be happier. She is a perfect match for our son, fully understands his chronic anxiety, and draws out the very best from him. We are indeed very fortunate.
Mollie B. from Bel Air, MD
Mrs. Dana figured out what I needed to learn and found multiple resources that went with my learning style. She figured out what worked best for me. We laughed our way through grammar. I am grateful she helped me prepare for my SAT!
Eunsun J. from Madison, WI
I have learned speaking in English from Dana. Although it takes time to talk to her, she patiently waits for me. Moreover, when I didn't know meanings of sentences or words, she explained definitions to be easier to understand for me. It is helpful to study English with Dana.
Michelle K. from Rosedale, MD
Dana is knowledgeable in her profession. We have her for writing skills and I was extremely impressed with her knowledge in this field. She was also nurturing and patient. We are going to love working with her.
Kate B. from Roswell, GA
Dana helped my daughter for the 6 weeks prior to her retaking the ACT. Her score improved significantly. She's a great tutor.