The Best Literature Tutors in California

I’m passionate about helping students grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers. With a Master’s and Bachelor’s in English Literature from San Francisco State University and a current doctorate student in Educational Leadership,...See Shawn's full profile

I have experience tutoring students in all types of English classes: AP English Literature and Composition, AP English Language and Composition, American Literature, European Literature, and general fiction and nonfiction....See Eric's full profile

...Brennan Kelly, Director of Tutoring, Greenwich Education Group I'm an SAT, ACT, Reading, Writing, English, Grammar, Literature, Poetry, Shakespeare, French, History, Acting, Improv, Interview, and Presentation coach. I'm also a corporate coach...See JAMES's full profile

I have taught Literature for the past 6 years. To be successful in every aspect of life, you need to be a good reader. By studying literature you will be able to expand your knowledge of the world and better decipher any text...See Kathryn's full profile

I’m based in Oakland, CA. With 22+ years in education, I help students move from knowing the “what” to understanding the “how” and “why.” There’s no magic — just structured thinking, disciplined practice (with a sprinkle or...See Kenisha's full profile

After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer. My own college essay got me into...See Arianna's full profile

I graduated from college magna cum laude with a degree in Literature and Writing. I also obtained a K-12 substitute teaching credential. I am an avid reader and have a vast knowledge of many works ranging from classic to contemporary...See Mary's full profile

30+ years of experience in tutoring English, including literature, literary criticism, and writing for literature classes. See Jennifer's full profile

I have a BA in English with a minor in education and a passion for literature. I've been helping students with literary analysis for over 7 years and with writing for almost 10 years. In the past, I've helped my students master...See Olivia's full profile

I am an excellent tutor for literature due to my strong academic background and passion for the subject. I have taken AP English Literature and Composition, as well as IB English Language and Literature, which provided me...See Jordan's full profile

In Sacramento Community College, I read and analyzed short stories and novels for my reading and writing classes. In Sacramento State, I took an elective course-Multicultural Children's Literature. This class taught me how to analyze...See Andrea's full profile

... first pass and can demonstrate better alternatives, leading to more resonant, sophisticated writing. I am a lover of literature, including genre works, and enjoy editing game manuals to evoke the proper themes and achieve maximum clarity. I am prepared...See Guillaume's full profile

I teach college and university English composition and literature. I also have experience tutoring middle school English, reading, and writing.See Gloria's full profile

I hold a PhD in English literature from UCLA, where I later served as a faculty member. I am deeply versed in American, British, and world literatures. I have years of experience in helping students brainstorm, craft, and edit essays...See Gabriel's full profile

The elements that make good literature: plot, character, setting, mood and literary devices are discussed. In addition, how to analyze and interpret these elements for greater understanding of the meaning of the poem,story or essay and its...See RD's full profile

You, as the student, will learn how to support your claims and how to cite evidence from the text, whether it be from Greek and Roman Mythology, Epic Poetry, American Literature, African-American Literature, British...See Dr. Mara's full profile

If you are having trouble writing an essay about a work of literature or literary criticism, I can give you expert guidance. Although I was trained as a specialist in medieval and renaissance poetry, I love analyzing literature from...See John's full profile

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7...See Josh's full profile

2023: 100% of my college counseling students accepted at one of their top choices, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, Dartmouth, Georgia Tech, University of Chicago, and UC Berkeley! Colleges are looking for young people with unique...See William's full profile

From poetry to prose, Milton to Larsson...there is so much written Literature that sorting through it can be daunting. Writing about it may seem challenging. Figuring out what the writer meant can feel impossible. But I can help. I have...See Heather's full profile

I graduated from Southwestern College with a 4.0 GPA and an Associate's degree in English. I took college courses in Introduction to Literature and Children's, American, and British Literature and received A's on the...See Rachel's full profile

Greetings! My name is Lisa, and I am here to help you craft the most compelling college essay possible so you can achieve your college admissions goals. I have personally interviewed dozens of students for Stanford so I know what makes an...See Lisa's full profile

I studied at the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in France and graduate Summa Cum Laude with a Master's in Linguistics and Literature as well as a B.A. in English, I taught at Le Lycée Français of Los Angeles and Westlake...See Cloe's full profile

My experience includes seven years teaching at the university level and fifteen years teaching at the high school level. I have taught in all areas of the Humanities, with a particular focus on Philosophy and Literature. I can offer...See John's full profile

I have taught literature to a third grader in home school; sixth, seventh, and eighth graders; and ninth, tenth, and eleventh graders. I have focused primarily on novels, having taught using Great Gatsby, Scarlet Letter, Grapes of Wrath,...See Nicole's full profile