Paul has taught thousands of students to grow in confidence and skill in English. He teaches all aspects of English including reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and grammar. 

 

He has trained thousands of students in one or more of the following subjects:

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• School Subjects

  • English

  • AP Seminar

  • AP English Language & Composition

  • AP English Literature & Composition

  • Honors & AP US History

  • Honors & AP World History

• Writing Contests

• Publications

• SAT Reading and Writing (he also teaches the Math section)

• ACT English and Reading Comprehension (he also teaches the Math section)

• College Applications: Activities List & Essays

 

Through his lessons, students have raised their English grades from C’s to B’s and B’s to A’s. They have won prizes in a wide variety of writing contests including The Betty Award, John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize, the Young Playwrights Festival, and the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. They have published their works in online publications such as Alcott Youth Magazine, Bazoof, Just Poetry, and Young Writers. They have achieved 700+ on their SAT Reading and Writing section and 32+ on their ACT English and Reading sections. 

 

What Students Say about Paul

 

“Paul is a brilliant teacher, who will guide you to success . . . His diligence and care for the students both in and out of class makes him not only a teacher but also a life tutor, who will encourage and always be willing to help you. With Paul’s help . . . my SAT scores increased by 500 points . . . I was also able to excel at my classes in Suffield Academy, being able to easily connect and analyze different writings . . Tutoring with Paul was one of the greatest decisions of my life, it helped me achieve and make new goals in life.” - Joao 

 

“Teacher Paul has been teaching me English since I was in elementary school, and I can confidently say that he has helped me grow as both a writer and as a human. My English skills when I first came to his classes were less than ideal. However, with his guidance, my writing has become a core part of my identity and a source of pride. It is without a doubt that he cares for his students, as he not only teaches you how to study, but why you study. His motivational anecdotes and valuable lessons make Teacher Paul an unparalleled mentor.” - Jiyoun

 

“Before, I was struggling with English essays, but his critiques and points helped me greatly in improving myself. I can see my improvement through his helpful comments on my essays and the increasing grades on my school essays. His teaching made me want to listen and fully engage in the class. I can tell Paul truly cares about our futures and wants to see us succeed.” - Minhee

 

How Paul Teaches 

 

For school subjects, he reviews past performance and previews future assignments. For past assignments, he carefully analyzes the student’s performance based on the assignment, the grade, and especially the teacher’s comments. He then the student on how to satisfy their teacher’s requirements and rubric. For current and future assignments, he works with the student to thoroughly understand the requirements and expectations and then helps them revise their work. 

 

For writing contests and publications, he guides the student through a systematic, proven process. First, he and the student decide on a big list of contests and publications. For each contest and publication, they analyze past winners. These pieces provide the ultimate examples of what the judges have appreciated and awarded. He then helps the student generate creative and insightful ideas to explore in a variety of categories including critical essay, flash fiction, personal essay & memoir, poetry, screenplays & scripts, short story, and speculative fiction. Then, at last, the student writes, and Paul guides the student through many, many revisions until the deadline. 

 

For the SAT Reading and Writing section and the ACT English and Reading sections, Paul coaches the student to achieve his dream score through a proven process. First, the student takes a diagnostic test to assess his level. Then, Paul analyzes the student’s weaker areas and targets those areas for practice through drills. The student then continues to take practice tests and do drills, over and over until he/she achieves his target score. Throughout this journey, Paul teaches the student every concept and technique needed to score high. Perhaps most importantly, Paul never fails to believe in and encourage the student to keep trying even if the scores stagnate. 

 

For college applications, Paul counsels the student on how to write winning essays and describe activities in impressive ways. He has carefully studied applications that have earned students admission to Ivy League colleges and Ivy Plus schools, and therefore he knows what the admissions officers want. Through his guidance, many students have gained admission to some of the best colleges in the country. For the main essay and supplemental essays, Paul first teaches important principles and analyzes example essays to help the student understand the nature of the personal statement. Paul then helps the student generate many ideas and narrow down the possibilities. Finally, the student writes and revises again and again until the personal statements demonstrate his passion, character, and accomplishments in the best possible light. 

 

 

 

Having taught in Bergen County, NJ for over 20 years, Paul knows how to help every student with all their English needs. To schedule lessons or get more information, click here.

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