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“Learning is the only thing the mind never exhausts, never fears, and never regrets.”

Bio

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Jillian possesses more than 15 years of experience teaching internationally at International Schools, Universities, and Businesses. Originally from Colorado, USA, she has taught and lived in various countries, including the United States, South Korea, Thailand, Germany, China, France, Portugal, and globally online. She holds an MFA in Poetry and a second Master’s in Education with an emphasis on Global Education. She has her CELTA certification and is a certified teacher pre K-3rd grade.

Jillian's professional background encompasses teaching both English as a Second Language as well as English Literary Arts, Literature, and Creative Writing. She has worked in International Schools and Montessori settings across pre-school, primary, secondary, advanced literary, undergraduate and graduate programs. Jillian has facilitated poetry workshops in Denver, CO through the Writers in the Schools program, Beijing with Spittoon, the Bangkok Writing on the River series, as well as Online.

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Milestones

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Book cover titled 'say kitty, kitty' by Jillian Mukavetz, featuring white flowers on branches against a teal background.
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Education

  • M.F.A. Poetry New England College, Henniker, NH, USA ’12

  • M.Ed. Global Education, Moreland University, D.C., USA ’22

  • AA Music Production Fullsail University, Winterpark, FL, USA ’24

  • CELTA, University of Cambridge, Certification, Bangkok, Thailand ’13

  • University of Denver, BFA, Creative Writing, Cum Laude, Denver, CO, USA ’07

  • Scripps College, Claremont, CA, USA ’04

  • Colorado Academy, College Prep High School, Denver, CO, USA ’02

  • Fiddle Lessons, Classical, Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestra, ‘90 -

Publications - Poetry

  • day notes of secrets, Atmosphere Press, ‘24

    www.daynotesofsecrets.com

  • in the process of being heard, out from Dancing Girl Press, ‘14

  • say, kitty kitty, out from Dancing Girl Press, ‘13

  • Anthology: Some Stories are True that Never Happened, ‘13

  • Individual poems: Porter Gultch Review, Homestead Review, Verse, moria, Barnstorm, delirious hem, Scapegoat Review, Otoliths, Poets and Artists, Ditch, PoetryCrush, Thirteen Myna Birds, The PoemCafe Quarterly – three poems translated into Korean. 2010-Present Book Review: Scapegoat Review. Froth, by Polish poet Jaroslaw Mikolajewski, trans. by Piotr Florczyk (pub by Calypso Editions) ’13

Publications - Cinepoems

  • YouTube @jilliankellymukavetz

  • “poppies” “it was a blur” Harpy Harper Review, ‘24

  • “sartorial space suits” “in our world” “when we wished” – 1st, 2nd, & 3rd – Signal, BKK Film Festival

  • “it is true you have all my money”, published in Prick of the Spindle

  • “sucks her”, published in Prick of the Spindle

  • “sucks her”, screened at the ‘11 Cinepoetry Festival at the Henry Miller Library in Big Sur, CA.

Publications - Photography

  • Twist, published in delirious hem

  • Gold Medal Award, National Art and Writing Scholastic Competition, black and white on silver gelatin, ‘02

  • Silver Metal Award for full portfolio, National Art and Writing Scholastic Competition (1 of 15), ‘02

Publications - Music

  • 2002 Colorado State Junior Champion

  • Fast Speaking Music, Henry House, Ambrose Bye Productions

  • “Comes to Me”, poem by Eleni Sikelianos, Eva Grace [age 5] (vocals) and Jillian Mukavetz (violin) recorded by Ambrose Bye at the Harry Smith recording studios, Naropa

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Poetry / Writing Testimonials

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    "Jillian's poetry workshops are next level. It is the first poetry workshop I've attended and the prompts were clear, innovative, organised, and extremely generative. Cloud nine. Thanks to you.

    Denyon

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    "I appreciate the collaboration during the essay writing process. It was a relaxed chat where we discussed various aspects of my life, and she suggested topics for me to explore. Jillian was attentive to every detail I included, guiding me in organizing and refining the essay meticulously. The experience was both beneficial and enjoyable; Jillian understands exactly what colleges seek in admissions essays."

    Heather

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    "Jillian helped me work on my Artist Bio and C.V. I never knew writing could be fun. I learned so much and feel so prepared for my next gallery exhibition."

    Sandy

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    "Jillian was really supportive and paid close attention to the details while assisting me in improving my writing skills. She particularly guided me on how to structure my work, including outlining, free writing, and developing a solid thesis. After collaborating with her, I felt way more at ease with a kind of analytical writing that I hadn't known much about before."

    Daniel

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    Poetry Workshop

    A poetry workshop serves as an excellent opportunity for both novice and seasoned poets to refine their skills, create new pieces, and obtain feedback within a nurturing atmosphere.

    These workshops encompass the exploration of various writing and revision strategies, the analysis of poetry, and insights into the publication process.

    They can be conducted in person or online, often centering around a particular theme or technique.

    My default rate for workshops is €170 for up to two hours, plus €65 per hour thereafter.

    Get in touch, and we can discuss things. I say yes more often than no.

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    Professional Writing Project

    Let’s get enthusiastic about writing.

    Organizational Support: We can organize: time, ideas, wishes, …

    Motivation: motivation is one, inspiring intrinsic motivation is another, let’s do both.

    Writing or Concept Quality: Let's look at quality, concept, poem, chapbook, manuscript, themes, intention, dreams, the sky is the limit.

    Sliding Scale €45 - €80 depending on the scale and difficulty of the project. No need to prepare. Be in touch.

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    College Essay Coach

    Need help with your college essays?

    Its about your uniqueness, your power, your fun (!) yes, voice.

    I help you craft and enhance your application essays.

    I support you throughout the entire essay writing journey. From generating ideas to finalizing drafts. Ensuring that the essays effectively highlight your distinct qualities and experiences.

    €100 for proofreading services

    €400 for comprehensive coaching

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    Multi-Age Writing and Reading Tutor

    Learning is fun. Let’s find the tricks that showcase your voice and ideas. My responsibility here is to facilitate your learning process by helping you to acquire skills necessary to be sucessful.

    Multi-Age English tutoring is available: Language Acquisition, Literature, Fluency Development, and Test Preparation.

    Phonics, KS1, KS2, IBDP, A-Levels, AP, iGCSE & GCSE, American Diploma, and Test Prep.

    Let’s meet for more info.

    €65 hourly sliding scale based on need and difficulty.