The Best Literature Tutors in Des Moines, WA

Near Des Moines, WA

Patient Tutor and Communicator Available with Flexible hours

I have two years of tutoring experience in English and writing and am willing to assist any student in improving in the areas of tutoring that is offered. I take an interest in all writing areas. I have taken Advanced Placement for English, Honors English in High School, and was once an English Major in College. I am... See Joseph's full profile

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Avid Patient ELA Writing Coach for Secondary Students

Do you have a Secondary Student who dreads assigned reading and writing summaries and themed longer papers? I've loved literature since I was young and have remained a lifelong reader. I am skillful and patient in working with ELA students -- creating WILLING and ENGAGED readers and learners, who take better... See Deborah's full profile

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Exceptional and Caring Tutor

I have worked in education for over forty years and am passionate about one-on-one teaching. I love to see the light of understanding dawn in the eyes of my students. I work with all ages from first grade through adulthood and I have references I can offer for review, from past and present students. I would be honored to... See Pamela's full profile

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English Teacher for Adult Learners!

I have a Master's degree in English, and the foundation of my degree was studying English and non-English literature from various periods of time. I studied prose, poetry, and literary theory/analysis extensively, and I have been featured as a panelist speaker at a literary conference focusing on... See Elizabeth's full profile

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Math professor, experienced tutor and test prep specialist

I have always been an avid reader, both in contemporary and classical literature. I have a broad knowledge of historical literature derived from independent reading coupled with advanced literature classes in both high school and college. I love literature, and I am always happy to discuss... See Austin's full profile

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AP English Teacher and Public Speaking Coach

*I only have 1 standing appt remaining for 2026/2027 school year, reach out ASAP if you are interested in working together<3* Welcome 🤠 I’m so glad you are here! My name is Tia / Ms. R, and I am a writing and rhetoric teacher dedicated to helping people find their voice and/or use it effectively. I graduated... See Tia's full profile

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Literary Scholar with MA and 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have advanced degrees in English and world literature and excelled as a literary scholar in graduate school. I am a certificated English teacher who has taught high school and college literature courses. As a tutor I break down difficult terminology and give practical and immediately applicable advice on... See Erin's full profile

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Individualized MS/HS English/Social Studies - K-6 Reading

I have 25 years of experience working with at-risk learners, individualizing curriculum to meet each one's specific needs in English and all aspects of Middle School and High School Social Studies, including US History, World History, Pacific Northwest History, Government (Civics), and Economics. I have also had recent... See Chris's full profile

AP English Lit & Lang Specialist | Former English Dept Chair

Holding a degree in English Literature with a distinct specialization in Literary Criticism, I bring expert-level text analysis to my students. As a former English department chair, I have taught and supervised English Language and... See Adam's full profile

PhD Candidate in English Literature with Extensive Teaching Experience

I earned my undergraduate degree in Comparative Literature from Brown University, and my Master's in English Literature from Northwestern. I am now in the last quarter of my PhD in English Literature at Northwestern, and... See Eliza's full profile

English Literature - Experienced Tutor

AP English Literature Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition (AP Lit) is a challenging, college-level class. AP Lit teaches the critical analysis of imaginative literature. Specifically, AP Lit invites the... See Mark's full profile

PhD educator with 30 yrs teaching literature and close reading

I have over 30 years of experience teaching college-level humanities classes, with a focus on close reading and textual analysis. My background in philosophy strengthens my ability to guide students through complex themes, structures, and... See David's full profile

Literature & Literary Analysis Coach | Lehigh Grad | J.D. | Close Read

I coach students in literary analysis, close reading, essay writing about literature, AP Literature and Composition, and world and comparative literature at the high school and undergraduate level, with particular depth in... See Amberlynn's full profile

ELA Teacher and Book Enthusiast

I have always loved literature and was lucky enough to turn it into a profession. I took IB English in high school and several elective English courses in college. My students read novels and short stories and begin to analyze themes and... See Tonya's full profile

Licensed ELA Teacher | Literature & Literary Analysis, 30 Yrs

I taught literature for 30 years in Lynn, Massachusetts: AP Literature, Honors, and College Prep, across novels, poetry, drama and nonfiction, with classic and contemporary work side by side. The goal is always to get past plot... See Marc's full profile

Georgetown Honors Grad | AP Literature & Language + Essay Writing

...reading comprehension, analytical writing, and research skills. I also tutor and provide test preparation for AP English Literature and Composition, as well as AP English Language and Composition. In these courses, I assist with critical reading, writing... See Youmna's full profile

PhD Literature Tutor — British, American & World Lit, All Levels

I hold a PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I studied literary history from antiquity through the modern period across multiple languages and traditions. I have taught literature courses at the college... See Steven's full profile

AP English teacher

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

Published Poet & Tutor Specializing in Analysis and Creative Writing

I am a published poet with over 11 years of experience teaching literature at all levels, from middle school to graduate study. My expertise includes guiding students through close reading, literary analysis, and critical writing, with an... See Ann's full profile

English Grad & Former American & British Lit Teacher

I've studied and taught every major work, author, and literary period in American and British history including 7th-through-12th grade literature and popular multi-cultural works and Southern literature. As an English major... See Jennifer's full profile

Elite Literature Tutor for High School & College-Level Success

With a Master’s degree in English from UCLA and over eight years of teaching experience, I specialize in helping students who struggle to understand complex literature. I break down dense texts -- like Shakespeare, Faulkner, and Milton... See Aric's full profile

AP English Literature Expert Helps Students Master Course and Exam

I have coached students to perfect scores in AP English Literature, AP English Language, ACT Reading, and SAT Reading. I guide students to sharpen reading comprehension skills, improve writing proficiency, and raise test scores in... See Carolyn's full profile

Lover of the Written Word with Experience Teaching Reading and Writing

I love literature, especially being able to share it with others. As a tutor and curriculum generator, I have created curricula based around novels from Roald Dahl to Tolkein and other great writers in between. The curricula cover reading... See Rachel's full profile

PhD in Literature and Critical Theory w 10+ Years teaching experience

I hold a PhD in Comparative Literature from UC Davis, with a designated emphasis in Critical Theory. I have 10+ years teaching world literature in addition to film, poetry, history, and philosophy. I have written and published... See Patrick's full profile

Reading, Literature & Critical Analysis

I bring both an educational and practical background to my work in tutoring English. I graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University, where I minored in English and became versed in pre-1800s English literature and contemporary American... See Ayleen's full profile