An experienced academic coach, Michelle has spent more than 20 years in the educational field, teaching both private and public schools, with a Master's Degree in Special Education. She has also lectured at Lesley University Graduate School in Boston and presented at the Annual Spring Conference of the Council for Exceptional Children.

 

Michelle is the SSAT coordinator and administrator for the center and has been on staff since 2000. She also acts as the learning specialist and staff development presenter, being involved in both management and tutoring.

 

As a tutor, Michelle works with primary, middle, and high school students, focusing on improving their reading, writing, organizational, and study skills. In her approach, she helps her students develop the greater confidence and self-esteem that are imperative to academic success.

 

Testimonials

Michelle,

I want you to know the wonderful difference you made in my life as well as G.'s. First, as a parent, you brought me from feeling clueless to feeling completely secure throughout this process. I only learned last year that there was anything called the SSAT, and that G. needed to not only take it but do well because it is part of her high school application. Feeling very lost, I found you and now where there was confusion is confidence. Thank you so much for going above and beyond for not only G. but me. The very informative conversations that you initiated with me are so appreciated. I didn't know what to ask you and yet you knew what I needed to know and you proceeded to make sure I understood it. From the computer SSAT application system, preparation tips for G. succeeding the SSAT, to guidance in the difference in private schools we are interested in, you brought me into the light. You could have just given me a time, date, and place but you did so much more. It is easy to see that, to you, this isn't just a job, but a passion for students to succeed and for parents to be well informed. Above all of this, my daughter G. left you feeling the most confident I have ever seen her. You instilled confidence and relaxation in her from the moment she entered until the moment she left you. G. felt your heartfelt good impression of her, your confidence in her abilities, and, most of all, your genuine concern on her journey with the SSAT to high school. G. left you not only feeling confident in her performance but confident in you. She knows that if the scores show she needs help in a certain area, that she can return to your care and succeed. The greatest part of G.'s day, as it would any 13-year-old's day, was to hear of your belief in her. You are one of those rare people who make God smile by who you are and what you do. I will send you G.'s results as soon as we get them.

Sincerely,

— Vicky C.

 

You are a wonderful tutor. Your work with my boys has been life-changing for us all.

— J. G.

 

 

I appreciate Michelle's comments and both her and Debbie Arena's dedication to B. Their professional guidance and enthusiasm is without a doubt making a difference in B.'s improvement!

— Leslie K.

 

 

Thanks! Can't wait to be done with this. Y'all have made it sooooo much easier and actually enjoyable! Thank you.

— M. M. R.