Level-Up Writing Tutoring & College Prep for Success
Mastering Writing for College Success
Helping Students Master Writing—Across All Subjects—in High School and College
We provide personalized tutoring services with a strong emphasis on academic writing, research, and critical thinking. Writing is the foundation for success in college courses across all subjects—from English and History to Science and Social Studies. Our mission is to help students strengthen these essential skills now, so they can thrive in Dual Credit, AP courses, and beyond. Academic writing is a crucial skill across all content areas in college.
- For Traditional High School Students
Whether you're preparing for AP, considering Dual Credit, or staying on the traditional high school path, this is the time to build a strong writing foundation. Learn how to craft well-structured paragraphs, essays, and basic research projects. Boost confidence and get ahead of future academic demands.
- For Dual Credit High School Students
Get tailored support for real college-level coursework while still in high school. Strengthen your thesis development, academic tone, and analytical writing skills. Learn to manage citations, avoid plagiarism, and meet the expectations of college professors—while earning credit early.
- For College Students
Receive expert help across all disciplines—from organizing complex research papers to mastering MLA or APA citations and developing a confident academic voice. Whether you're in your first semester or tackling upper-level courses, we’ll support your writing, reading, and research success every step of the way.
We help students master key academic writing skills, including:
- Avoiding plagiarism and using proper citations
- Understanding ethical vs. unethical AI use
- Developing student voice with an academic tone
- Writing thesis statements and topic sentences
- Constructing counterarguments and rebuttals
- Finding reliable sources and spotting misinformation
- Navigating the college library system
- Creating annotated bibliographies
- Writing research-based essays and arguments
- Performing literary and rhetorical analysis
- Using ethos, pathos, and logos effectively
- Outlining and organizing ideas logically
- Mastering MLA or APA formatting and citations
- Embedding and analyzing quotes
- Strengthening critical thinking
- Learning tips to impress professors
IContent will be tailored and expanded based on student needs and interests.
WE HELP STUDENTS MASTER LITERATURE ANALYSIS THROUGH CRITICAL THINKING:
- Analyze complex conflicts and underlying themes
- Connect literature with historical contexts
- Interpret symbolism, metaphor, and figurative language
- Evaluate moral dilemmas and ethical decisions
- Explore how race, class, gender, and power shape society
- Compare classical texts to modern events
- Think critically about author bias and purpose
- Apply literary lenses: structural, historical, ecological, etc
- Develop discussion skills using evidence
- Synthesize literature, history, philosophy, and current events
- Strengthen critical thinking abilities
- Learn college tips & tricks to impress any professor
Content will be tailored and expanded based on student needs and interests.
about your tutor
Hi! I’m Tabitha Alan Wilkes, a college English professor with a passion for helping students build confidence and master academic writing, research, literature analysis, and critical thinking.
I hold two master’s degrees—one in English and one in Educational Leadership—and have served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, interventionist, testing coordinator, and assistant principal.
My teaching philosophy is grounded in high expectations, positive reinforcement, and personalized learning. Every student has the potential to succeed, and I’m here to help unlock it.
Whether you're prepping for Dual Credit, tackling AP English, or adjusting to your first year of college, I’ll help you level up your skills and your confidence.