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admission essay writing

a supportive, positive, and holistic experience

My Philosophy

Welcome to The Ivy Wordsmith—a place where words matter and are treated with great importance. As a formally trained educator from Teachers College, Columbia University, I strive to provide students with a supportive, positive, and holistic experience. Thus, I wholeheartedly guide them with the utmost care as they conceptualize and reveal their ideas throughout the written component of the college application. Through a streamlined process I have developed, college-bound students feel empowered when putting their words to paper. Ultimately, it is my goal to set them up for success as they confidently showcase their virtues, unique backgrounds, qualifications, and life experiences.

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About

Received a master’s degree in art and art education from Teachers College, Columbia University (2007) and a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from the Fashion Institute of Technology – State University of New York (2005)

Professionally certified in the State of New York to teach Visual Arts (K-12)

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate holder

Nearly twenty years of professional experience, many of which have been dedicated to guiding college-bound and postgraduate students in the development of their admission essays by providing extensive consulting and editing services

Former Executive Director and Co-Founder of Ivy and Quill Admission Essay Consulting and Editing Services (2019-2023)

Taught Art and Technology at a premier North Shore Long Island school district (ranked in the top 20% of public schools in the State of New York) and was the co-recipient of educational grants that supported art enrichment and social justice experiences for students (2007-2014)

Served as a pre-college summer program professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology (2007)
Served as Project Coordinator of the “Way to Art Program” through the Girl Scouts of Nassau County and organized art workshops, museum visits, and community art exhibitions for preteen and adolescent participants (2005-2008)

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A Message to Parents of College-bound Students

“First and foremost, I want to acknowledge that based on the feedback I have received from many families that I have worked with, the college application process is just as confusing and difficult for parents as it is for their child.

That being said, I do my best to support your child’s needs when helping them find their unique voice and feeling positive about what they express in their college essays. In advance, thank you for considering my services at such a critical yet exciting time for your family.”

Services

Postgraduate
Statement of Purpose

Let your background, credentials, achievements, and your motivation for applying to the program of interest shine.

Undergraduate
Personal Statement

Impress admissions officers with a memorable and authentic personal narrative that showcases your virtues, unique background, and perspectives.

Postgraduate & Undergraduate Supplemental Essays

Learn how to approach school-specific prompts and craft essays that truly capture your strengths as a top candidate.

Resume Development

Put your best foot forward with a clear, concise, and strong resume that highlights your academic and professional experience.

Editing & Proofreading

Additional application materials, academic essays, and professional documents can be serviced.

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