Elizabeth Shestak is a seasoned writer, editor, and educator with over twenty years of experience helping students unlock the power of their voice through writing. With a background that bridges journalism, marketing, and education, she brings a rare blend of technical skill, creative insight, and compassionate mentorship to every learning space she enters.

Elizabeth is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where she earned dual degrees in Creative Writing and International Affairs. She later pursued a Master of Journalism (MJ), a natural extension of her passion for truthful, impactful storytelling. Throughout her career, she has written for diverse audiences, supported communications in higher education, and taught writing to learners of all ages and levels.

What distinguishes Elizabeth’s approach is her ability to connect with students—whether they are crafting college essays, developing research papers, or exploring creative writing projects. She has worked with elementary students building foundational skills, as well as PhD candidates refining advanced academic writing. Regardless of the context, her instruction is rooted in clarity, authenticity, and empowerment.

Her teaching style is warm and supportive, grounded in the belief that every student has something meaningful to say. She adapts her methods to meet individual needs, building skills in grammar, structure, and logic while guiding students toward confident, purposeful communication. Families and students alike praise her not only for her deep expertise, but for her patient, thoughtful mentorship.

For Elizabeth, writing is more than an academic task—it’s a tool for thinking, self-expression, and transformation. Her mission is to help students find their voice, tell their story, and develop the skills that will serve them long after the page is turned.