Retired teacher with strong background in conventions, literary devices, and reading comprehension. I can help with all levels of language arts including SAT prep.

Kristine is my aunt and yes, she is the "cool aunt", definitely! She can relate to just about anybody, is empathetic, and pays attention to details! She's very good at gift-giving, for example, and I'm confident that she could understand any student and could help them strengthen up their weak spots. She is very good with communication and is able to intellectually grasp just about anything! On top of that, she has a great heart!

Kristine is the type of teacher that makes children feel special! She gives constant encouragement and supportive feedback. She is able to connect with students and help them grow both academically and socially. I worked with Kristine at a middle school in South Florida and one of my fondest memories is how she helped a struggling student gain self-confidence by performing with her in a school talent show. Kristine is a musician and wrote a song for the student to sing on stage while she played the guitar. These connections are what makes Kristine a teacher that the students look forward to learning from. She is a talented Language Arts teacher and keeps students engaged in a curriculum that focuses on skills that would otherwise be lost to texting and social media posts.

I highly recommend Kristine as a tutor! She is experience, knowledgeable, personable and makes learning fun! She is a great encourager, will always be on your team and will leave you wanting to learn more and dive deeper into the world of literature. She is trustworthy and will make anyone feel comfortable. Any person learning from Kristine is lucky and will feel special and empowered!

I am delighted to write this recommendation for Kristine Cook, a remarkable educator and dear friend whom I have known for over thirty years. Kristine recently retired after an outstanding three-decade career as a middle school English teacher, and she is now eager to bring her wealth of experience and enthusiasm to new students via a virtual platform.

Kristine is the kind of teacher every student hopes to have. She is exceptionally smart, endlessly patient, and deeply caring. She brings an infectious energy to everything she does. Her sense of humor and warmth light up every room—or in this case, every virtual classroom—and she has a rare ability to make learning both meaningful and fun.

What truly distinguishes Kristine is her intuitive understanding of her students’ needs. She tailors her teaching style to each individual, ensuring that every learner feels seen, supported, and empowered. Her approach is rooted in integrity, kindness, and a passion for helping others grow.

Throughout her career, Kristine made a lasting impact on countless students, and I have no doubt she will continue to do so as an online tutor. She has all the skills, insight, and heart needed to thrive in this new setting—and to help her students thrive right along with her.

I recommend Kristine Cook with the highest confidence and without reservation. Any student would be lucky to learn from her.

I’ve known Kristine for years, and wholeheartedly recommend her! She’s incredibly knowledgeable, making complex English concepts understandable, and she’s genuinely caring. She significantly helped improve my literary analysis and expanded my literary interests. Her personalized approach truly makes a difference!