The Best essay Tutors in Alameda, CA

In my 12+ years of tutoring essay writing to students of all ages, from 2nd graders to college students, I have learned a few things. A great essay needs an engaging introduction with a strong thesis or hook. A strong essay requires strong evidence to prove its thesis. A clear essay requires...See Marie's full profile

I am a Stanford Graduate with over six years of tutoring experience. During my time at Stanford, I participated in the highly competitive SLE program and worked as a teaching assistant for the University. I specialize in helping students develop persuasive and substantial arguments that also highlight their unique voices.See Raymond's full profile

As an ESL instructor I support business professionals, university and graduate students and clients - including absolute beginners and advanced English speakers - revise and edit presentations, business reports, research papers, admissions essays and coursework regularly. See Mona's full profile

For college admissions counseling, I applied to multiple colleges and received acceptances from very selective colleges, including but not limited to Yale, Stanford, UChicago, Dartmouth, Pomona, etc. I’ve mentored more than 2 dozen students on college essay writing and how to ace the SATs, and have had mentees...See Simon's full profile

Specific areas I can help: - ACT English and Reading - SAT Writing & Language and Reading - AP English Language: Rhetorical Analysis, Synthesis Essay, or multiple-choice - AP English Literature: essays or multiple-choice - Any English class assignments - Vocabulary and grammar - Essay...See Michael's full profile

Essays and papers are assigned in the world of education with little coaching on how to produce them. This can be overwhelming for anyone who struggles with writing. I have experience working with juniors and seniors with capstone projects, writing assignments in humanities classes, and the college essay....See Evelina's full profile

I have a Single Subject Teaching Credential in English and while studying for the Credential, I passed the CBEST and worked as a high school substitute teacher. I am well versed with best practices for the essay writing portion of the test. See RD's full profile

Through feedback that is both technical (the X's and O's of writing) and power-affirming (asking writers to think deeply about their effect on the reader), I have helped dozens of students get into colleges. In particular, I excel at coaching for the Personal Insight Question (PIQ), a college essay form...See Ward's full profile

I specialize in writing, reading comprehension, and math foundations, with a focus on clear structure, test-aligned strategies, and confidence-building. I have worked with diverse learners, including students who need targeted support in written response, grammar, and essay development. I provide structured,...See Etoria's full profile

I have been helping students to choose universities and graduate school programs, applications, essays, financial aid, and interviewing since 2015. I am familiar with boarding schools and universities in the US, UK, Germany, Switzerland, and Spain. See Jeffrey's full profile

I have several years of experience helping students with high school, college, and graduate school writing. I specialize in college application essays, helping students showcase their unique experience & personality to even the most hardened admissions committee! I have experience with the common app...See Charlotte's full profile

...and impactful. Lastly, I offer holistic support throughout the application process: this can include personal statements, state-specific prompts, supplemental essays, activity/extracurricular lists, interview prep, and deadline management....See Amy's full profile

I'm a former McKinsey consultant and a recent graduate of Brown University with a degree in English. I specialize in working with high school students on Common App essays, college application essays, and college admission essays. I've also worked for the United States Congress, Amazon Web...See Thomas's full profile

I specialize in one-on-one and small group tutoring to help students read and write more effectively, acquire and refine English or Spanish language skills, prepare for standardized tests, or understand and write about history and science. I am also a professional editor available to help you plan, draft, revise, and...See Stephen's full profile

My approach is well rounded: establish a vision and mission, create a strategy to identify schools and programs that fit, and execute a plan using all components of the application (grades, tests, essays, and recommendations) to effectively tell the story that leads to acceptance into the targeted school or...See Edward's full profile

Majored in English Literature at University of Pittsburgh and am currently writing a screenplay. Recently worked with college student to successfully complete his final college essays, in which he received an A.See GLENN's full profile

I have extensive experience revising high-school and college-level essays as well as personal statements + applications for medical school admissions. I can help revise written material for structure, content, grammar, clarity and conciseness.See Anup's full profile

With my legal training and educational background, I have expertise in English, writing, editing, grammar, and reading. In addition to editing and writing essays/papers, I am also experienced in writing and editing resumes, college/grad school admissions essays, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles,...See Amy's full profile

I'm also a professional writer and editor who has published widely in national publications like CNN, Politico, NPR and the LA Times. I can help your student prepare their college application essays, including brainstorming and coaching them on their subject and then helping them editing their drafts. My...See Rebecca's full profile

As a teacher, I have lead Feature Length and Short Films Laboratories, Screenplay classes, Directing classes, Art History classes, and Spanish classes, among many others, in college, in High School, in Middle School, and in Elementary School. I have also written a few essays and articles, some of which have been...See Alexis's full profile

In addition to working with younger learners, I also support college students with writing, research, and personal expression. I’ve served as a college-level writing tutor and specialize in helping students craft compelling college application essays, refine academic papers, and build confidence in their voice....See Gina's full profile

I'm also a strong writer and can help edit and tutor you towards strengthening your writing - particularly in science writing, college/grad school admissions essays, and grants!See Nadya's full profile

I have worked extensively with high schoolers over the last 3 years to improve their writing. I have advised over 15+ students in how to craft the perfect college application, not only providing feedback on their essays, but also helping them to reflect on the experiences that have made them the person they are...See Will's full profile

20+ years tutoring and teaching English. Native, ESOL, essays, grammar, style, research, style, academic English, creative writing, communicationSee Guillaume's full profile

I have several years of tutoring experience, including work as a freelance literature and essay-writing tutor. I have helped students develop the skills to consistently craft compelling, effective essays and have also done essay editing to help students deliver the best work possible. I have also worked...See Maria's full profile