Look at real work
We begin with a conversation, a reading, a draft, schoolwork, or an exam task. I look for the specific skill that will make the next step possible.
THE PERSON BEHIND THE LESSONS
Meet Brandon Brookes
I'm a university English instructor who also works one-to-one with teens and adults. I help learners build stronger reading, writing, vocabulary, and communication skills through lessons made for their level, goals, and interests.
How I teach
HOW I TEACH
Start with the learner, then choose the task
Textbooks can be useful, but I create most materials myself. An individual lesson begins with what the learner can already do and what they need to do next.
Build a targeted lesson
I choose or make a task that fits the learner's level and interests. Reading, vocabulary, discussion, and production connect instead of appearing as isolated drills.
Explain what comes next
After each lesson, I send specific written feedback on the work we did and the next task. The plan can change as the learner makes progress or a new need appears.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Experience across ages and goals
10,000+ hours in online education have included school support, adult English, exam preparation, and university teaching.
Teens and school learning
Grades 5–12 ELA and ESL/EFL instruction, with reading, writing, vocabulary, and critical-thinking work. I have supported learners following IB curricula and targeted MAP Growth and SSAT goals when relevant.
Adults and exams
Conversation and grammar for daily life, work, and study; academic and admissions writing; and preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, and EIKEN.
University teaching
English language, composition, comparative literature, general education, curriculum development, and online classroom management. Courses have included UNIV 1001 General Education, English 56, English 101, and Composition 201.
EDUCATION & VERIFICATION
The formal background
These qualifications inform how I plan lessons, teach language, review online learning, and make materials more accessible.
Education
- Doctoral studies in Educational Curriculum Development & TheoryUniversity of Louisiana at Monroe (ABD)
- Master’s in TESOLSpring Arbor University
- Bachelor’s in English & Comparative LiteratureSan Diego State University · Minor in Asian Studies
License and verification
- Massachusetts Provisional Educator License, grades 5–12License no. 508227Issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Educator Licensure.
Professional learning and certifications
Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)IAAP · Accessibility knowledge that informs the design of readable, usable online materials.
QM-Certified Higher Education Master ReviewerQuality Matters · Review of higher-education online-course design against a shared rubric.
QM-Certified K–12 Master Reviewer, Sixth EditionQuality Matters · Review of K–12 online-course design against a shared rubric.
QM Teaching Online CertificateQuality Matters · Professional learning in planning and facilitating online instruction.The Quality Matters and IAAP badges above link to individual records and can be checked through Credly.
Find the right starting point
Tell me who the lesson is for and what they would like to work on.