Carey College Consulting
Support For Your Educational Journey
Why Hire A Consultant?
The college application process is ever more complex and overwhelming.
I guide and support your family throughout the entire process so that you can relax and enjoy these important years.
Expertise
I am a trained educational consultant with years of experience supporting and guiding students and families.
Unique Approach
I understand students and families and will devote significant time to knowing you as individuals.
One-on-One Attention
I will work with each student to ensure she achieves to her full potential.
Local or Remote Availability
I am available to meet in person in the Philadelphia area, over the phone, or via videochats.
Lisa Plog Carey
Lisa Plog Carey holds a BA in History from the University of Virginia as well as an MA in Educational Leadership from Columbia University. I have served as a teacher, curriculum coordinator, department chair, form dean, and director of studies at some of the nation's best private high schools, assisting hundreds of students with their school work and college application process.
Carey College Consulting is distinguished by the high level of support provided to students, deep knowledge of curriculum and skill requirements, and compassionate, approachable, expert guidance provided to each student and family. I offer a variety of services, including study skills, executive functioning support, homework supervision, homeschool support, and college advising.
Services
I will help your child to strengthen their skills so that they can achieve to the best of their ability. I provide virtual learning support, executive functioning instruction, homework help, college application expertise, and parental guidance. I provide advice and assistance choosing an academic path, creating and narrowing college lists, and writing college essays and applications.Most of all, I create a supportive, compassionate, and engaging environment in which students can learn and thrive.
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Academic Guidance
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Essay Guidance
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College List
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Testimonials
“You have changed B. as a person and student. The fact that he would choose a more difficult path to get more out of a class is all you and no one else. He is beginning to believe in himself."
Jennifer W.
Parent
"Lisa is thoughtful, caring, and compassionate. She truly cares about her students and makes it her mission to develop meaningful relationships with them. I still visit her for advice and guidance in my endeavors. Her ability to consistently help me is something I truly cherish and her knowledge and wisdom has proved time and time again to be priceless."
Adair C.
Student
