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Olivia H

ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
EducationEarned a B.F.A. in Musical Theater from The Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music with a concentration in Playwriting
HobbiesHiking, reading, playing guitar, attending concerts and comedy shows, skateboarding, picnicking at the beach!
Test Prep
Academic SubjectsAmerican Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & CompositionUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US HistoryMusic Theory
General Strengthselementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, ESL, literary analysis, test-taking psychologysummer enrichment planning, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, college audition preparation for performance tracks, college research and advisement, college list building, film programs, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), dance programs, BFA programs, performing arts programs, musical theatre programs, film, television, and digital media, acting programs
Related ExperienceHas worked as a professional actor for over a decade; extensive experience as a director and audition coach; has worked in theater education (emphasis on Shakespeare and traditional texts); extensive tutoring background with an emphasis in elementary education; experience teaching ESL and remote learning; served as a volunteer tutor in local elementary schools while in high school; several years of experience teaching dance (jazz and ballet) and guitar; comfortable curating a curriculum and developing lesson plans for students