The Best Writing Tutors in Dobbs Ferry, NY

I have been a professional, legal and creative writer for over 30 years. I have also taught legal writing, an exacting form of writing in which structure, vocabulary, punctuation and grammar are key. My sons (1 in college and 1 in high school) have benefited from my expertise and so will you. I like to work...See Tracy's full profile

I'm a certified teacher with 7 years of experience teaching writing. I've designed a tutorial program for SAT Writing using the Brainscape CBR smart flashcard system. I have drills to improve planning, wordsmithing, flow, looping, and can teach using freewrite/rewrite or...See Edward's full profile

I completed multiple courses in Philosophy and History at Cornell University, which involved extensive reading and writing on topics like virtue, justice, war and peace in ancient civilizations. I’ve tutored students in Biology, French, History, and Writing every year since my junior year of high...See Alex's full profile

With over 6 years of tutoring experience, I help students strengthen their writing across academic, creative, and professional contexts. I support all stages of the writing process from brainstorming and outlining to editing and polishing. I also have firsthand experience writing successful...See Nesa's full profile

Do you have a student whose progress in reading is slower than expected or uneven with unexpected weaknesses, such as reading comprehension? Do you have a student who has difficulties with writing such as generating or getting ideas onto paper, organizing writing and grammatical problems? Do you have a...See Jacob's full profile

I have worked with students with various diagnoses, including those on the Aspergers spectrum. I have had the privilege of assisting the Special Ed. Department Chair and Coordinator; additional duties as their assistant included: memo writing, organizing meetings, and scheduling general ed. Teachers for I.E.P....See Janet's full profile

I have had years of experience tutoring writing. I started tutoring elementary students and then while in college I joined the Academic Resource Center community and became a writing tutor for Undergraduate students. Numerous students booked hundreds of appointments with me, because they knew I was very...See Althea's full profile

...long-term success. I also help students prepare for important exams, including SAT math preparation, with a focus on strategy, clarity, and confidence. For writing and humanities, I support students with essays, critical reading, and English composition. My teaching style is encouraging, structured, and focused on mastery...See Lori's full profile

I have over 10 years of experience helping students master academic and application essay writing, from research papers to personal statements that showcase their strengths and individuality. I guide students through every stage of the process, including brainstorming ideas, structuring arguments, refining...See Neil's full profile

I offered them instruction upon grammar, writing, and English. What I find valuable in teaching, is communicating information with clarity and concision. This method has been crafted through out my tutoring and educational roles throughout my life. Moreover, I have mentored two students on college prep,...See Bethelihem's full profile

Hi, I’m Jessica! I graduated undergrad with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a focus on Biochemistry. Following college, I received a Masters of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Information Systems. Following my MBA, I went on to receive a Masters of Science in Biomedical Sciences where I...See Jessica's full profile

I have worked for over 3 years producing content for a real estate and fashion retail company. Along with that, I have helped students from high school to grad school with outlining, planning, and editing papers.See Joeline's full profile

Hello! My name is Stephanie and I am a first-generation college graduate. I received my B.A in 2022 in Psychology with a minor in criminal justice. My experience tutoring kids dates back to when I was a kid in high school volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club in Paterson as well as peer tutoring as part of my high school...See Stephanie's full profile

I am currently tutoring 2nd and 4th graders in Math, Reading, and Writing.See Larissa's full profile

During my time teaching ELA, grades 6-8, and some high school students, I have mastered filling in the missing writing fundamentals with students. I then use their own experiences and creativity to develop their fiction writing into a creative masterpiece. See Tabitha's full profile

I have helped talented writers, English language learners, students with disabilities, and regular Janes set short term goals to learn rehearsal, planning, organizational, and high impact sentence utilization and word choice skills to make their writing powerful.See Alan's full profile

Besides a Ph.D. in Science (Physical Geography and Climatology) from the oldest and most prestigious university in Russia, Moscow University named after M.Lomonosov, I have an M.F.A. in creative writing, so I can teach both math and verbal sections of SAT, ACT, and GRE. I am an award-winning writer and poet, the...See Irina's full profile

As a dedicated Creative Writing & Screenwriting Mentor at Fairleigh Dickinson University for three transformative years, I had the privilege of guiding aspiring wordsmiths through the labyrinth of literary exploration. Nurturing a collaborative and inspiring environment, I engaged with passionate writers,...See Tobe's full profile

I have tutored students in SAT Reading and Writing, high school English, and have many years of experience helping them improve their essay writing.See Lorien's full profile

I spent nearly a dozen years working as a broadcast journalist, writing detailed briefs about daily and ongoing news stories as well as scripts. My work as a journalist also included a one year stint as a feature writer for my local newspaper in Rockland County, NY. Finally, I earned an MA in Writing from...See Laura's full profile

As a literacy and writing specialist, I have helped many students and peers successfully gain admission to their top choice schools (including some of the top colleges and universities in the country, and undergraduate and graduate programs) by working with them to draft, revise, and edit admissions essays and...See Alexandra's full profile

From teaching students to build paragraphs and essays in middle school to guiding young adults developing sophisticated personal essays to get into their choice colleges, I am a passionate educator ready to help my students succeed in essay writing. I work with students at their level, assessing what they need to...See Caitlin's full profile

- PhD, University of Chicago - 5+ years teaching writing at the University level to undergraduates, graduates, and graduate business students - Research Papers, Admissions Essays, Presentations, DissertationsSee Ben's full profile

Hello! My name is Vivek, and I’m currently a dental student at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. I graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in Biology, and along the way, I developed a deep passion for mentoring students pursuing dentistry—especially those preparing for the Dental...See Vivek's full profile

My degree in Psychology provides me with a background in topics like Social Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Cognition, Psychotherapy, Learning & Behavior, and more. For English, I’ve studied American Literature, Creative Writing, Fantasy Writing for Children, British...See Sari's full profile