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I have a master’s degree and I am a licensed teacher. I have 20 years experience in education.
I have a master’s degree and I am a licensed teacher. I have 20 years experience in education.
I was a little overwhelmed and not entirely sure what to do when my daughter's first-grade report card identified that she was approaching (not meeting) expectations in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Word Recognition, Reading... - Mitchell, 987 lessons with Christina

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...teacher. As seen elsewhere on my profile, I am able to assist with all things government, history, political science, and geography. I am also able to help with writing at all levels. If we seem like a good fit, but you are not sure that I can help with the subject you need, just ask! I am very experienced with social studies...
...teacher. As seen elsewhere on my profile, I am able to assist with all things government, history, political science, and geography. I am also able to help with writing at all levels. If we seem like a good fit, but you are not sure that I can help with the subject you need, just ask! I am very experienced with social studies...
Thank you Sebastian for booking with me the same day I requested help on my assignments. You were incredibly helpful. I went to him feeling overwhelmed and stressed but left the meeting feeling like I had my power back, energized,... - Monica, 8 lessons with Sebastian

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As an AP US history teacher, I pride myself on my ability to help students organize, focus, and enhance their writing. Anything from attention getters to concluding thoughts is my forte. Especially at the high school level, I want to work on ensuring students move past the ability to summarize and instead are able...
As an AP US history teacher, I pride myself on my ability to help students organize, focus, and enhance their writing. Anything from attention getters to concluding thoughts is my forte. Especially at the high school level, I want to work on ensuring students move past the ability to summarize and instead are able...

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I have been teaching various subjects for twenty three years, and I have taught writing even up to the college level.
I have been teaching various subjects for twenty three years, and I have taught writing even up to the college level.

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I'm a working writer (full-length stage play, ongoing essay publication) and a trained researcher, so I coach both craft and argument: thesis construction, structure, revision discipline, and voice. For creative students: workshop-style feedback on real drafts.
I'm a working writer (full-length stage play, ongoing essay publication) and a trained researcher, so I coach both craft and argument: thesis construction, structure, revision discipline, and voice. For creative students: workshop-style feedback on real drafts.

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As a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, I bring a strong foundation in business and operations to my tutoring practice. My MBA coursework focused on strategy, operations management, and leadership, which has given me both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into solving complex...
As a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, I bring a strong foundation in business and operations to my tutoring practice. My MBA coursework focused on strategy, operations management, and leadership, which has given me both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into solving complex...
I met with Elisa a few times over the course of the past month as she guided me through my MBA application process. She was very supportive and gave constructive feedback where necessary, which was very helpful while I was writing... - Nishta, 4 lessons with Elisa

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English/Reading/Writing Expert I tutor composition and grammar for students of all ages, and I also teach high school entrance exams as well as the SAT and ACT. My background is in the Humanities, but I have considerable experience tutoring math, grades 1-8. I am qualified to teach English at the middle...
English/Reading/Writing Expert I tutor composition and grammar for students of all ages, and I also teach high school entrance exams as well as the SAT and ACT. My background is in the Humanities, but I have considerable experience tutoring math, grades 1-8. I am qualified to teach English at the middle...

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I am a senior account executive at a public relations firm where I do a lot of technical writing for government clients. I also have years of experience in journalism, creative writing, and strategic communications. I hope this expertise could benefit students' writing comprehension and execution.
I am a senior account executive at a public relations firm where I do a lot of technical writing for government clients. I also have years of experience in journalism, creative writing, and strategic communications. I hope this expertise could benefit students' writing comprehension and execution.
Sabrina helped my son with College Algebra. Math has always been a difficult subject for him to retain and do well in. He is a sophomore in college. He highly recommends Sabrina, and if needed, said he would use her for his Colleg... - Barbara, 2 lessons with Sabrina

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Hello! My name is Jordyn and I am an emergency medicine attending physician. As a tutor, my passion lies in helping students with their applications to make their dreams come true. From personal statement editing to reviewing your application as a whole and even interview prep, I take great pride in walking through...
Hello! My name is Jordyn and I am an emergency medicine attending physician. As a tutor, my passion lies in helping students with their applications to make their dreams come true. From personal statement editing to reviewing your application as a whole and even interview prep, I take great pride in walking through...
I highly recommend Jordyn to anyone who needs help writing or refining a personal statement. She provided valuable guidance throughout the process, offering insightful feedback that significantly improved the structure, clarity, a... - Hasan

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I have writing expertise in both literary analysis and public health. I have a Bachelor's degree in both specialties (3.73 GPA) from the University of Illinois and a Master's degree in Public Health (3.7 GPA) from the University of Michigan with extensive writing and analysis experience throughout...
I have writing expertise in both literary analysis and public health. I have a Bachelor's degree in both specialties (3.73 GPA) from the University of Illinois and a Master's degree in Public Health (3.7 GPA) from the University of Michigan with extensive writing and analysis experience throughout...
Divya is on time, very knowledgeable and knows what to expect in working with me as I'm vision impaired. I'm in a PhD program at DePaul University in Chicago. Divya was right on in terms of correcting all my missed errors. She hel... - Valenzuella

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I am an experienced tutor. About 75% of my students are young men and women who need help preparing for the military entrance examinations - the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), the Officer Aptitude rating (OAR) test, and the Selection Instrument for Flight Training (SIFT). These tests contain high...
I am an experienced tutor. About 75% of my students are young men and women who need help preparing for the military entrance examinations - the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), the Officer Aptitude rating (OAR) test, and the Selection Instrument for Flight Training (SIFT). These tests contain high...

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I have taught advanced writing courses, including AP Language and Literature, for over 5 years. I have also taught College Grammar and Composition, which is writing intensive as well. I also have experience working with beginner level writers starting at 6th grade.
I have taught advanced writing courses, including AP Language and Literature, for over 5 years. I have also taught College Grammar and Composition, which is writing intensive as well. I also have experience working with beginner level writers starting at 6th grade.
My daughter worked with Rebecca for a couple sessions for the AP Lang test coming up and she already feels a difference in her writing skills. She is encouraging and helped my daughter become more confident in her essay writings w... - Ritu, 6 lessons with Rebecca

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Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and...
Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and...
Chris has been very thoughtful, supportive and helpful for our son. He is very easy to talk to . He’s helped out in organizing our son’s life and class load through different techniques as well as discussions. Chris looks at thin... - Justine, 118 lessons with Christopher

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Whether you need help with expository, argumentative, research-based, or creative writing, I provide guidance tailored to your learning style. I also emphasize grammar, structure, and the writing process to help students become more confident and effective writers. My background in linguistics and language...
Whether you need help with expository, argumentative, research-based, or creative writing, I provide guidance tailored to your learning style. I also emphasize grammar, structure, and the writing process to help students become more confident and effective writers. My background in linguistics and language...

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My expertise includes class assignments, literature analyses, English coursework, AP essays, research papers, theses, and publication-ready manuscripts. I’m skilled at guiding the writing process from brainstorming to final editing, ensuring clarity, structure, and strong academic grounding. Whether you need...
My expertise includes class assignments, literature analyses, English coursework, AP essays, research papers, theses, and publication-ready manuscripts. I’m skilled at guiding the writing process from brainstorming to final editing, ensuring clarity, structure, and strong academic grounding. Whether you need...
She is the best! She truly saved me during an urgent, last-minute session and was able to squeeze me in at the very last second with no hesitation, which I am incredibly grateful for. She was patient, a fast thinker, and made the ... - Victoria

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I have taught 2nd - 8th grade writing and composition skills for over 25 years as a certified teacher and have given tutorial services to several students in the past few years. I have had several opportunities working with students seeking improvement and seeing them achieve exceptional high levels of success. I...
I have taught 2nd - 8th grade writing and composition skills for over 25 years as a certified teacher and have given tutorial services to several students in the past few years. I have had several opportunities working with students seeking improvement and seeing them achieve exceptional high levels of success. I...
Johnny teaches my boys writing skills, this was our first lesson, and he was so encouraging and so motivational. The boys liked his way and they wanted to compete with him. - Shery, 5 lessons with Johnny

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I am not an English teacher, but I can help you with the kind of writing that needs to accomplish a business goal. As a marketing executive, I have been a creator and editor of hundreds of content assets, from white papers to PowerPoints. As a former journalist, I can help you with learning to edit yourself for...
I am not an English teacher, but I can help you with the kind of writing that needs to accomplish a business goal. As a marketing executive, I have been a creator and editor of hundreds of content assets, from white papers to PowerPoints. As a former journalist, I can help you with learning to edit yourself for...

- Experience teaching undergraduate-level rhetoric and persuasive writing university courses - Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing
- Experience teaching undergraduate-level rhetoric and persuasive writing university courses - Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing
Brian helped me further develop my idea for my college essay. Before I was lost and had no more than an idea, after just 30 minutes I left with new found inspiration and direction. I fully recommend Brian! - Krisztina , 2 lessons with Brian

I have extensive writing experience from my academic, teaching, and professional careers, including completing a master's thesis and doctoral dissertation. I hold a PhD in Global Leadership, an MS in Industrial/Organizational...
I have extensive writing experience from my academic, teaching, and professional careers, including completing a master's thesis and doctoral dissertation. I hold a PhD in Global Leadership, an MS in Industrial/Organizational...

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
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
Mr. John was an incredible help to my son in preparing for the SAT reading section. He worked with him for several months, going through countless practice questions, sharing effective strategies, and most importantly, building hi... - Daman, 66 lessons with John

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,...
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,...
Rachel is an incredible writing tutor and has in-depth knowledge about what college admissions committees are looking for. I applied to several MBA programs in round two, and only had two to three weeks to get my essays done. Rach... - Leo, 7 lessons with Rachel

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...
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...
Simply stated, Silvana is fabulous! My daughter is a high school senior applying to selective colleges. We hired a private counselor to proof her essays but when my daughter got pneumonia, she missed all the deadlines for proofr... - Heather, 5 lessons with Silvana

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...
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...
Two sessions in (and counting), I have gained a lot from David as a tutor. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and unafraid to share criticism, which has been extremely valuable and on point. When it comes to writing, David is a ... - Glenn, 14 lessons with David

My background includes honors-level undergraduate coursework and an honors thesis in psychology at The University of Texas at Austin, as well as graduate-level writing through an MBA program at Rice University. I help students strengthen...
My background includes honors-level undergraduate coursework and an honors thesis in psychology at The University of Texas at Austin, as well as graduate-level writing through an MBA program at Rice University. I help students strengthen...
We had a great experience working with our college essay tutor. From the beginning, he understood one of our biggest concerns: making sure our son’s essays remained authentic and sounded like him, rather than becoming overly polis... - Chandrasekar, 6 lessons with Sean

I earned a minor in Writing from Washington University in St. Louis, received a Fulbright Award, and work as a professional writer. My students improve their composition skills for English courses, standardized tests, and college essays....
I earned a minor in Writing from Washington University in St. Louis, received a Fulbright Award, and work as a professional writer. My students improve their composition skills for English courses, standardized tests, and college essays....
Carolyn was able to give us grammar feedback, suggestions on how to improve our writing, techniques to strengthen the narrative that we wrote. She also suggested some books to read for reference material. - Jami
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