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- Rate $20
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- English
- Literacy
- Creative writing
- Essay writing
- Writing
Seasoned New Orleans writer with 25 years of writing experience, helping students from middle school to college master the art of writing.
- English
- Literacy
- Creative writing
- Essay writing
- Writing
Lesson location
- online
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at your home or a public place : will travel up to 10 mi. from Slidell
About Nichole
About Me: I'm a professional writer and experienced homeschool educator with over 25 years of experience teaching writing across a wide range of styles—from academic essays and research papers to resumes, copywriting, and creative work. I hold a degree in International Relations from the University of Southern California, a program that demanded extensive, high-level writing, and I’ve also published a book. As both a mother and a teacher, I understand how to connect with students of all ages and skill levels. My approach is patient, personalized, and rooted in real-world writing experience. Whether you're a middle schooler learning paragraph structure, a high schooler preparing for college essays, or a college student refining your writing voice, I’m here to help you write with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
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- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
There’s no one-size-fits-all “best” teaching method for writing, but the most effective and research-backed approach combines several complementary strategies. Here's what consistently works best across age groups and skill levels: 1. Process-Based Writing Instruction (Most Effective Overall) This approach teaches writing as a recursive process, not a one-time event. It helps students learn to think like writers. Steps: Prewriting: Brainstorming, outlining, and organizing ideas Drafting: Getting ideas down without worrying about perfection Revising: Restructuring and improving content Editing: Fixing grammar, punctuation, and style Publishing/Sharing: Sharing writing with peers or a real audience 🟢 Why it works: Builds confidence, demystifies writing, and mirrors how real writers work. 2. Mentor Texts & Modeling Use high-quality writing samples (mentor texts) and model your own writing in real time. Examples: Analyze how a persuasive article uses rhetorical appeals Model how to write a hook or strong conclusion on the board 🟢 Why it works: Students internalize structure and style by seeing it in action. 3. Scaffolded Instruction Break writing tasks into manageable chunks with clear models and supports. Examples: Use sentence frames or paragraph templates Provide outlines or graphic organizers Gradually remove support as students gain skill 🟢 Why it works: Reduces overwhelm, especially for reluctant or struggling writers. 4. Writing for Authentic Audiences Give students real reasons to write—letters, blogs, stories for peers, essays for contests, etc. 🟢 Why it works: Increases motivation and accountability. 5. Frequent, Low-Stakes Writing Incorporate daily or weekly informal writing activities like journals, quick-writes, or reflections. 🟢 Why it works: Builds fluency, lowers fear of failure, and reinforces the habit of writing. 6. Constructive Feedback & Peer Review Teach students how to give and receive feedback through structured peer review and teacher conferencing. 🟢 Why it works: Improves revision skills and gives students more control over their own growth. 7. Explicit Grammar in Context Instead of isolated grammar drills, teach grammar as it arises naturally in students' own writing. 🟢 Why it works: Helps students understand grammar as a tool for clarity and style. _________________________________________________ POSSIBLE LESSON PLAN Foundations & Flourish: Mastering the Craft of Writing Level: Adaptable for grades 6–12 and college-level Duration: 4 weeks (2 lessons/week) – 8 sessions total Instructor: Professional Writer (25+ years experience) __________________________________________________ As both a mother and an experienced homeschool teacher, I bring a patient, personalized approach to education. My background allows me to connect with students across a range of subjects—but writing is where I truly shine. Guiding students to express themselves clearly and confidently through writing is not just my specialty—it’s my passion.
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Rates
Rate
- $20
Pack rates
- 5h: $100
- 10h: $200
online
- $20/h
Travel
- + $$10
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