Kirstin Fowler

Kirstin Fowler-Liu graduated from Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts and continued her education at the University of Manchester (Sotheby’s Institute—London), earning a Master of Arts in Contemporary Art (2:1 with Merit). During her time in London, Kirstin’s professional endeavors emphasized writing and reading critically and primary-source historical research. Upon her return to Pittsburgh, Kirstin pursued her passion for teaching formally and earned a Master of Arts in Teaching from Chatham University. During this time, she developed a deep knowledge of educational pedagogy. Her ability to turn theory into practice allowed Kirstin to become a successful teacher and tutor focused on foundational skills, enrichment, and personalizing learning for all students. Kirstin taught academic and honors World & American history at Upper St. Clair, North Allegheny, and Fox Chapel Area School Districts and English 9 & 11 at Upper St. Clair. She spent several years as a freelance curriculum writer and video producer for Social Studies and English/Language Arts courses, has written innovative, research-based articles for the Learning Bird educator’s and administrator’s blog, and is a key contributor to a variety of national common assessments (TX, CA, FL, DE, STAAR, AP) and teacher licensing exams. In addition to serving as managing director for KEFTutoring for over a decade, Kirstin has been an interviewer and Chairperson of Duke University’s Alumni Admissions Committee in London, Pittsburgh, and Chicago. She works for HMH in the Professional Services division, where she is a Senior Implementation Manager and leader in the EdTech space.

teaching, tutoring, travel, art history, history, politics, english, literature, cooking