The Best Writing Tutors in Alton, IL

Near Alton, IL

Empowering Writers of All Ages: 20+ Years Experience

I have over 20 years of experience tutoring and teaching writing to both children and adults across all skill levels, from elementary school paragraph structuring to advanced academic essays. My educational background and a lifelong passion for the craft of writing allow me to support students effectively,... See Patricia's full profile

4+ Years of Teaching Experience in College Essays & Academic Writing

Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more than five university students for more than three years with academic-level writing at the college level for humanities... See Byung's full profile

Experienced English Professor

- Experience teaching undergraduate-level rhetoric and persuasive writing university courses - Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing See Brian's full profile

College Essays/PIQs/SOPs Pro: Over 1800 Essays Edited

I am a semi-retired lawyer and HR professional. I love to write, and I hope to communicate this love to my students. I am extremely patient. I am a certified ESOL teacher in the State of Maryland, and I completed my TESOL certificate in... See Laurie's full profile

Expert College Writer, Licensed Secondary English Teacher of 8 Years

As a licensed secondary English teacher who taught 6th-through-12th grade grammar and writing for eight years, I can teach you how to sound like a million bucks. With a Bachelor of Arts in English (Dean’s List), I’ve studied and taught... See Jennifer's full profile

Writing Tutor for Essays, Creative, and Academic Writing

I specialize in helping students in grades 4–10 strengthen their writing skills across different formats, including essays, creative pieces, and academic assignments. With a background in English and years of tutoring experience, I guide... See Tegan's full profile

Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author – Writing Coach for College Essays

I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual... See Ben's full profile

Published Poet & Tutor Specializing in Creative and Academic Writing

My instruction includes the problem-first rhetorical model for persuasive and analytical writing, as well as targeted preparation for standardized test essays. I emphasize both the art and discipline of writing, combining creative... See Ann's full profile

University-level Writing Tutor / Admissions Essay Expert

BA English MA Applied Linguistics 10 years as a professional collegiate-level writing tutor Professional content marketing expert SAT Reading and Writing expert Learning Resource Center teacher for high school and middle school children See John's full profile

Elite Writing Coach | AP, Essays, & College Prep Expert

With over 8 years of experience teaching writing at elite institutions like UCLA and a top Chicago prep school, I’ve helped hundreds of students transform their writing from average to exceptional. I specialize in structure,... See Aric's full profile

B.A. in English | Writing & Communication Support

I work with college students and adults, including English Language Learners (ELL) and ESL/ESOL students, who want support with general writing and communication skills. Sessions can be tailored to your needs and may include grammar,... See Kimberly's full profile

BA in Creative Writing, English Teacher, Tutor

I have extensive experience helping students improve their writing. I am an excellent editor and can help students write more fluidly in their own voice to achieve their goals. See Isabelle's full profile

Master's Level Writing Coach, Specializing in College Apps Essays

Are you a high-school student working on your Common Application essay and supplemental questions? I specialize in coaching students just like you through the writing process! I have several semesters of experience teaching writing... See Mary's full profile

PhD in Medical Anthropology with 15+ years of teaching and mentoring

I am a published author, researcher, and ethnographer specializing in crafting compelling personal narratives. I primarily work with college applicants on admissions essays; with prospective graduate, law, and medical students on personal... See Aneel's full profile

Georgetown Honors Grad | Thesis, Essays, Applications, Storytelling

Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international... See Youmna's full profile

Princeton Grad| Ivy League College Essay and Writing Expert

I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college... See Silvana's full profile

Veteran professor with 30 yrs guiding strong, effective writing

I have spent over 30 years teaching college students how to develop clear, persuasive, and well-structured writing. My experience includes working one-on-one with students at all levels, from basic essays to advanced research projects. I... See David's full profile

Ivy League tutor in academic, business and essay writing

I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of experience tutoring one-on-one in academic writing, business writing, reading comprehension, grammar, college essays, graduate school personal statements,... See Rachel's full profile

Writing - Experienced Tutor

Writing Dr. Robertson teaches academic writing. This includes editing essays, researching papers, and revising doctoral dissertations. For each writing assignment, Dr. Robertson can suggest a topic, formulate a tentative... See Mark's full profile

10+ Years Working on Writing Skills. Application Essays. 4400+ hours

Asking for help is actually the most difficult part of the writing process — I promise it gets easier from here! Overall, I’ve spent about a decade working with students to improve their writing skills. As an instructor, I’ve... See Ben's full profile

Experienced ELA teacher plus test prep & college essay coaching

I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating personalized lessons that meet each student’s individual needs. I work with students to analyze literature critically, refine their writing, and master grammar and... See Susan's full profile

Experienced Tutor| SAT/ACT Prep| STEM| Spanish| College Applications

I also love to write and help students through the essay-writing process. I provide constructive feedback, and guide my students through drafts until we reach a final, meaningful version. For college application assistance, I assist with... See Leah's full profile

AP History | Writing Coach | Ph.D Candidate

I primarily tutor college students and high school AP students and college students, focusing on both academic writing, and content mastery. For AP students, I align instruction with College Board expectations, focusing on DBQs, LEQs, and... See Rich's full profile

Experienced Tutor for Elementary-High School Students

Hi I'm Kristella! I graduated cum laude from Villanova University with a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy and an Honors Business Minor. I was apart of the university's Honors Program which is the top 10% in the class. As a tutor, I prioritize... See Kristelle's full profile

Expert College Essay Coach & Test Prep Tutor; PhD from UChicago

Kelsey R., and I'm a writing coach, tutor, and award-winning researcher with a PhD from the University of Chicago and a BA from Brown. For 12+ years, I have taught hundreds of high school, college, and graduate students how to think... See Kelsey's full profile