"By focusing on reading, writing, and critical thinking, the end goal of sessions with Ms. Sale become more than just passing a test or getting into a school".
Michelle Sale
Students build confidence, learn how to read actively and develop a toolbox for times when reading becomes boring, tedious, or just too challenging. Writing essays, research papers, or narratives become less stressful when students understand the benefits of brainstorming, grammar rules that are memorable, and tricks to write conclusion paragraphs that make any writing more engaging to the reader. AI and the Internet give students the opportunity to NOT think. Ms. Sale offers plenty of strategies for students to voice their opinions and ideas with evidence and analysis which enables them to discuss or write on any topic for any audience.
Since 1999, Michelle has excelled in teaching, curriculum development, student coaching, and parent advisory roles. Her expertise in narrative writing, attention to detail, and extensive knowledge of Young Adult and current texts make her an accessible writing teacher and literacy coach. She has more than 16 years of classroom teaching in reading, writing, thinking, and global studies. Some of these years have been spent working with advanced students, and others have been spent working closely with special education teachers and students with specialized needs
Services
College & Grad Application Essays
Unfortunately, students cannot Snapchat or TikTok their way into college. Last year, more than one million students applied to the more than 841 colleges that accept the Common Application.
Global American History
In middle school, students get a taste of global history and American history. Students then go into greater depth in each discipline while in high school.
ACT/PSAT/SAT
DID YOU KNOW? The SAT is going digital, and Michelle Sale is ready for the new format. the SAT is evidence-based, and more similar to the Common Core Regents and ACT than ever before! “That’s a bad thing,” said NOBODY, ever.
Executive Function
Executive Function refers to a set of skills that people use every day to balance schedules, reduce stress, and find success.
ELA
Teachers expect students to write paragraphs and essays, focusing on the tasks on the Common Core exams (middle school) or the Common Core Regents (high school). Additional writing projects are assigned throughout the year, including a large research paper.
What students & parents are saying
Testimonials
Michelle Sale
Certified New York State and New York City Teacher
Michelle Sale is a certified New York state and New York City teacher specializing in English and social studies for grades 6-12. With over two decades of experience, she provides valuable support to students and parents, bridging the gap between them and the education system. She is currently working with students across the United States on reading, writing, and study skills. Michelle’s expertise includes guiding families through the college application process, drawing from her own experience as a parent of 2 college students. She has been helping students with college essays for 15 years and is well-versed in the Common Application essay, supplemental essays for competitive schools, and crafting high school resumes.
Ms. Sale is passionate about teaching, learning, growing, and building positive attitudes towards self and towards academic experiences. Her unique approach to academic coaching makes her an excellent choice to hire when considering support for scholars who are struggling or are in need of an extra challenge. Her love of reading and wide knowledge of high-interest Young Adult, fiction, and non-fiction books makes her an excellent literacy coach. Ms. Sale’s excitement to help young people find their voice pushes her to find interesting college application essay topics which equates to higher acceptance rates. She comfortably works remotely with students through video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet), text, email, and Google Docs. In addition to individual academic and social emotional plans, Ms. Sale also develops and presents essay writing workshops, SAT Reading and Writing workshops, and college application essay workshops for local libraries and virtually.
Ms. Sale is grateful to be working with students in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas, Florida, and Colorado. She knows parents and students talk, and working online has allowed her educational coaching business to grow exponentially. Working in various states has given her deeper insight into the rigor and importance of high school skills and how they translate into college application essays and into college course loads.
Ms. Sale currently works as a high school Humanities teacher in a New York City public school, engaging both students with and without IEPs (Individualized Education Plans). In this capacity, she strengthens students’ reading, writing, and thinking skills using multicultural literature, ancient global history, and the fine and performing arts.
Prior to working in New York City, she began a writing program for middle school students and implemented it at a suburban New York school, where she also taught college-readiness ELA.
Ms. Sale began her career as a journalist and freelance writer. In this capacity, she researched and wrote articles for an educational magazine, Disney Adventures, and collaborated with staff at Bank Street College to write lesson plans for The New York Times’ Learning Network. In addition, she has developed lesson plans, written leveled readers, and created teaching materials for companies such as Houghton Mifflin, Pearson, and the International Center for Leadership in Education.
In addition to her academic and professional training and experiences, Ms. Sale is a trained, registered yoga practitioner and she incorporates meditation, breath work, and other forms of Eastern philosophy into her work. Young people today are more stressed out than ever, and by using Michelle’s services, students develop tools and new ways of thinking to better care for their mind, body, and spirit.
646-933-0123
info@michellesale.com
New York, NY
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Unfortunately, students cannot Snapchat or TikTok their way into college. Last year, more than one million students applied to the more than 841 colleges that accept the Common Application.
