UC Berkeley

Simona M.

Areas of Specialty

Admissions Writing, Undergraduate Admissions

Subject Tutoring

English, Literature, Writing

Simona started working for Signet in 2021 with 20 years of teaching experience. She specializes in English (mostly honors and AP courses) and admissions consulting. She received her BA in English and Italian from UC Berkeley, an MS for Teachers-Secondary School from Pace University, an MA in International Educational Development from the Teacher's College at Columbia University, an Advanced Certificate in Educational Leadership from Long Island University, and National Board Certification for Teachers for English Language Arts.

Simona M. stands out because:

She is seasoned, experienced and comforting.
She goes above and beyond to advise students in all of their interests.
She loves the admissions process and helping students learn about themselves through their personal essays.

Clients and students love Simona M. because:

Experienced tutor in a variety of English related subjects with a focus on encouraging students to read and write with joy and enthusiasm (and lots and lots of rigor).
Loves coffee and books and bookstores and journals and fountain pens and great conversations and languages and truth and beauty.
The Metropolitan Museum in New York City is her favorite place in the world.

“THANK YOU! I can't express how thankful I am! I'm beyond excited!! You not only helped me refine my essays, but you also helped me to become an overall better writer. Because of you, I learned how to strengthen my voice in my writing. I'm forever grateful for everything!”

— Recent Client