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Mena

5 (13 reviews)

Rate $60
Response 3h
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Number of students Mena has taught since their arrival at Superprof
6
Number of students Mena has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (13 reviews)

$60/h

1^st lesson free

Redaction
Proofreading
French literature

25-Year Veteran ELA Teacher | AP Literature & College Essay Specialist. I help students turn real stories into unforgettable college essays.

Redaction
Proofreading
French literature

Lesson location

- online

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About Mena

Why Work With a Master Educator?

30+ Years NYC Secondary Classroom Experience: Certified 7–12 ELA Specialist with an M.A. in British & American Literature.

Higher Education Teaching Background: Adjunct English faculty experience at Westchester Community College, Monroe University, and The College of New Rochelle.

12 Years in College Essay Coaching: Deep expertise in helping high school seniors bridge the gap between secondary writing and college-level storytelling.

I don't just proofread—I teach students how to identify their authentic voice, structure compelling narratives, and craft essays that capture the attention of college admissions officers.

About the lesson

* 4-Session Package ("Story & Outline"): Strategy, topic selection, structural outlines, and initial drafting.

* 8-Session Package ("Full Application Suite"): Brainstorming, drafting, polishing, and refining main essays + supplemental essays.

With 15 years of experience guiding students into top schools, I specialize in drawing out the stories that matter most. Balancing craft and strategy, I will help you to brainstorm, refine, and polish essays that capture your authentic voice and stand out to admissions officers.

My focus is on what students say as well as what they don’t. I help them uncover the small, powerful stories that reveal who they are and then help them sharpen those essays until they’re compelling, authentic, and impossible for admissions officers to ignore.

A strong college essay shouldn’t sound like everyone else’s, which is why I've been able to help students gain entry to schools such as Columbia, Carnegie Mellon, and NYU. Work with me to draw out your best ideas and turn them into essays that win.

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Natasha
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Perfect! Mena is providing our daughter with a sound foundation for the fundamentals of ELA and TACHS prep. Our daughter enjoys learning with Mena, and her confidence has improved as a result. Look forward to continuing tutoring sessions with Mena and highly recommend her.
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Natasha

Perfect! Mena is providing our daughter with a sound foundation for the fundamentals of ELA and TACHS prep. Our daughter enjoys learning with Mena, and her confidence has improved as a result. Look forward to continuing tutoring sessions with Mena and highly recommend her.

Mena's response
Met with parents and student to discuss student’s needs. Everyone was very nice, receptive, and upbeat.
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  Met with parents and student to discuss student’s needs. Everyone was very nice, receptive, and upbeat.
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Chris
- 5
Perfect! My kids all love her and seem to find her easy to understand. They actually seem excited to be working with her
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Chris

Perfect! My kids all love her and seem to find her easy to understand. They actually seem excited to be working with her

Mena's response
Lovely to meet with Chris and her children. I hope to continue our relationship.
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  Lovely to meet with Chris and her children. I hope to continue our relationship.
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Jennifer
- 5
Perfect! Great insight.
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Jennifer

Perfect! Great insight.

Mena's response
Met with Jennifer and her talented daughter to map out the college essay process. Highly engaged and receptive, both asked insightful, informed questions. A wonderful prospective client; full steam ahead.
- Mena's response :
  Met with Jennifer and her talented daughter to map out the college essay process. Highly engaged and receptive, both asked insightful, informed questions. A wonderful prospective client; full steam ahead.
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Julia

Mena was incredibly kind and flexible. She transformed the essay into an authentic story and really boosted my son’s confidence in his writing. Thank you so much!
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Julia
Mena was incredibly kind and flexible. She transformed the essay into an authentic story and really boosted my son’s confidence in his writing. Thank you so much!
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Andy

Mena is a dedicated English teacher who has a wealth of teaching experience and knowledge, with particular expertise in helping students develop their personal narrative and college applications.
Highly recommended.
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Andy
Mena is a dedicated English teacher who has a wealth of teaching experience and knowledge, with particular expertise in helping students develop their personal narrative and college applications.
Highly recommended.
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Vee

Mena can hone in on a student’s strengths and weaknesses quickly, and share her insights with the student in a way that is warm, encouraging, and effective. She has helped my son improve his critical thinking and writing skills, which has in turn boosted his confidence and ability to express himself in all areas beyond school. I can’t recommend Mena highly enough!
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Vee
Mena can hone in on a student’s strengths and weaknesses quickly, and share her insights with the student in a way that is warm, encouraging, and effective. She has helped my son improve his critical thinking and writing skills, which has in turn boosted his confidence and ability to express himself in all areas beyond school. I can’t recommend Mena highly enough!
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Caitlin

Mena is a wonderful teacher. She is knowledgeable, patient, and kind. Her explanations are easy to understand and she’s always willing to answer questions.
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Caitlin
Mena is a wonderful teacher. She is knowledgeable, patient, and kind. Her explanations are easy to understand and she’s always willing to answer questions.
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Ann

Mena is an amazing teacher. She is kind and intuitive with many years experience teaching English to all age groups. She helped my daughter with her high school writing assignments . She nurtures confidence in her students which empowers them to take chances. A definite 5 star teacher.!
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Ann
Mena is an amazing teacher. She is kind and intuitive with many years experience teaching English to all age groups. She helped my daughter with her high school writing assignments . She nurtures confidence in her students which empowers them to take chances. A definite 5 star teacher.!
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Emma

Mena is a kind and welcoming teacher. She is knowledgeable in many areas and always takes time to explain her ideas and help you to expand your own. I would highly recommend!!
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Emma
Mena is a kind and welcoming teacher. She is knowledgeable in many areas and always takes time to explain her ideas and help you to expand your own. I would highly recommend!!
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Michael

Mena has helped us with a special project. She did a voiceover for a commercial video for us. She did not only help us to create a perfect text but also has a professional voice with perfect intonation. The cooperation with Mena was absolutely wonderful and we can highly recommend her!
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Michael
Mena has helped us with a special project. She did a voiceover for a commercial video for us. She did not only help us to create a perfect text but also has a professional voice with perfect intonation. The cooperation with Mena was absolutely wonderful and we can highly recommend her!
Nia

Mena is the best! A truly outstanding and brilliant woman with a big heart and a passion for teaching, as well as learning with her students. Her open mind and endless knowledge and patience allow for conversation to flow with ease and opens up the possibility to greater understanding. One of the smartest women I’ve known, Mena is truly one of a kind!!
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Nia
Mena is the best! A truly outstanding and brilliant woman with a big heart and a passion for teaching, as well as learning with her students. Her open mind and endless knowledge and patience allow for conversation to flow with ease and opens up the possibility to greater understanding. One of the smartest women I’ve known, Mena is truly one of a kind!!
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Anne

Mena is a excellent teacher. She is calm patient and trustworthy. She takes time to explain things. She believes in you which gives you the confidence to achieve your goals. Her support is always there. I would not recomend anyone else as mena I believe is the best.
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Anne
Mena is a excellent teacher. She is calm patient and trustworthy. She takes time to explain things. She believes in you which gives you the confidence to achieve your goals. Her support is always there. I would not recomend anyone else as mena I believe is the best.
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Jernee

Mena is a trustworthy professor because she provides you with an environment that makes you comfortable. The topic can be education-related or personal and she’ll always be there to give you the best advice.
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Jernee
Mena is a trustworthy professor because she provides you with an environment that makes you comfortable. The topic can be education-related or personal and she’ll always be there to give you the best advice.
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5h: $295
10h: $585

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This first lesson offered with Mena will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

30mins

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$60/h

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For hourly sessions on SuperProf, my rate is $60/hour, which covers only our live Zoom time. For my private clients, I offer a 4-Session Personal Statement Package for $450. This locks in four 1-on-1 sessions AND includes all offline draft reading, line-editing in Google Docs between calls, and direct text/email support through deadline day, a much better deal for families who want guaranteed results.

25-Year Veteran ELA Teacher | AP Literature & College Essay Specialist. I help students turn real stories into unforgettable college essays.

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25-Year Veteran ELA Teacher | AP Literature & College Essay Specialist. I help students turn real stories into unforgettable college essays.

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Super Prof

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free lessons

online

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Other tutors in Redaction

Laura

Elodie

Laura

Sherry

Jérôme

Mary

Michelle

Davayne

Nagatt Rose

Gabriela

Emily

Rekha

Syed

Carlos

Miguel

Henry

Ruby

Davide

Connor

Imran

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