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Naperville, IL
I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Computer Science, and while my academic background may seem unconventional for an English tutor, it has uniquely shaped my approach to teaching language skills. My technical...
I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Computer Science, and while my academic background may seem unconventional for an English tutor, it has uniquely shaped my approach to teaching language skills. My technical...

Tinley Park, IL
I help high school and college students navigate the college admissions process with clear, personalized guidance, from school selection to application strategy and essays. With a background in History and Political Science (magna cum laude), a...
I help high school and college students navigate the college admissions process with clear, personalized guidance, from school selection to application strategy and essays. With a background in History and Political Science (magna cum laude), a...

Chicago, IL
My name is Emily and I'm currently an English teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I received my Master's in Education at the University of Pennsylvania in 2023. I also graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in 2020. I...
My name is Emily and I'm currently an English teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I received my Master's in Education at the University of Pennsylvania in 2023. I also graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in 2020. I...

Arlington Heights, IL
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
My son is 16. He rarely shares feedback with me regarding his tutors, but he went out of his way to let me know how much he accomplished with Melissa as a tutor. They covered the current AP psychology topic and also went back and ... - Hanna, 9 lessons with Melissa

Chicago, IL
Hello everyone! I am a writer and English teacher living and working in downtown Chicago. I have a B.F.A. from Baylor University and last year received my M.F.A . in Fiction from the University of Oregon. I most recently taught Freshman Comp...
Hello everyone! I am a writer and English teacher living and working in downtown Chicago. I have a B.F.A. from Baylor University and last year received my M.F.A . in Fiction from the University of Oregon. I most recently taught Freshman Comp...

Evanston, IL
I have been a college application essay tutor for years, helping students create dynamic essays for their best chance for acceptance. I have written Op-Ed pieces for Chicago Tribune and Chicago Public Radio as well as my writing work...
I have been a college application essay tutor for years, helping students create dynamic essays for their best chance for acceptance. I have written Op-Ed pieces for Chicago Tribune and Chicago Public Radio as well as my writing work...
Jeff is incredibly talented and has been a huge help ! i wished we would have found him sooner - he is very professional and knowledgeable with the college essay process. He is super hands on, connects well with my son and has mad... - Kimberly

Chicago, IL
Acceptance to college requires several factors. GPA and SAT/ACT scores come first in importance. However, other factors can be equally important, such as the college essay(s), extracurricular activities, sports, awards, volunteer work,...
Acceptance to college requires several factors. GPA and SAT/ACT scores come first in importance. However, other factors can be equally important, such as the college essay(s), extracurricular activities, sports, awards, volunteer work,...
Warren is the most amazing tutor. He took my son from an E in Pre-Algebra to an A- on his last test. His teacher literally told me she didn't think tutoring would help my son and to not waste my money to telling me Warren was the ... - Raiden

Chicago, IL
I have been teaching and tutoring for 12 years. While I like being in the classroom, I really prefer the one-on-one or small group environment. I have taught French, English, AP prep, and SAT/ACT/CAHSEE prep. Writing is my favorite subject to...
I have been teaching and tutoring for 12 years. While I like being in the classroom, I really prefer the one-on-one or small group environment. I have taught French, English, AP prep, and SAT/ACT/CAHSEE prep. Writing is my favorite subject to...

Champaign, IL
...analysis essay writing, argumentative essay writing, rhetorical analysis essay writing, synthesis essay writing, and college application essay writing. My knowledge and expertise span across on-track English, honors English, and AP English. I currently ...
...analysis essay writing, argumentative essay writing, rhetorical analysis essay writing, synthesis essay writing, and college application essay writing. My knowledge and expertise span across on-track English, honors English, and AP English. I currently ...

La Grange Park, IL
...Academic coaching – Guiding students through thesis writing, dissertations, research methodology, and APA formatting - College essay support – Helping students craft compelling personal statements for college applications - Public speaking & presentation...
...Academic coaching – Guiding students through thesis writing, dissertations, research methodology, and APA formatting - College essay support – Helping students craft compelling personal statements for college applications - Public speaking & presentation...
Michelle was an amazing tutor. She was able to help me prepare and format for a 20Page research paper. She was kind, honest and gave me great feedback. I am so graetful for her help. Book her now !! You will not regret it! - Rihaun, 2 lessons with Michele

Naperville, IL
English has been my strongest subject in high school and I have experience in writing all types of essays from rhetorical analysis to thesis writing to college essays and can provide students direct assistance as well as my own examples...
English has been my strongest subject in high school and I have experience in writing all types of essays from rhetorical analysis to thesis writing to college essays and can provide students direct assistance as well as my own examples...

Wentzville, MO
I am a Princeton student with extensive experience supporting students through the college application essay process. I previously served as a Matriculate advisor, helping students develop personal statements and supplemental essays...
I am a Princeton student with extensive experience supporting students through the college application essay process. I previously served as a Matriculate advisor, helping students develop personal statements and supplemental essays...

Cary, IL
Most students aren't bad writers—they haven't been taught to move from understanding something to explaining it clearly. I fix that. I have a Ph.D. in literature and 20+ years teaching writing at the university level. I also work one-on-one...
Most students aren't bad writers—they haven't been taught to move from understanding something to explaining it clearly. I fix that. I have a Ph.D. in literature and 20+ years teaching writing at the university level. I also work one-on-one...
I recently had the pleasure of workig with Alrick on a paper for my English 101 class. He is extremely nice, patient and very informative. He even followed up with me and offered to help some more. I looked forward to working with... - Zaira, 7 lessons with Alrick

Chicago, IL
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, where I earned a major in Fundamentals (political philosophy) and a minor in Near Eastern Languages. I also spent a year of undergrad studying English literature at the University of Cambridge...
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, where I earned a major in Fundamentals (political philosophy) and a minor in Near Eastern Languages. I also spent a year of undergrad studying English literature at the University of Cambridge...

Orland Park, IL
As a Morehead-Cain Scholar, my own college application process resulted in admission to more than 15 universities—including Vanderbilt, Cornell, and Yale—and over $1 million in merit scholarships. I now draw on that experience, along with my...
As a Morehead-Cain Scholar, my own college application process resulted in admission to more than 15 universities—including Vanderbilt, Cornell, and Yale—and over $1 million in merit scholarships. I now draw on that experience, along with my...

Rockford, IL
I am a theoretical physicist educated at MIT in Cambridge, MA. I have extensive teaching experience in physics at Wesleyan University, MIT, and Harvard University while a PhD student at MIT. My specialty is theoretical astrophysics with a deep...
I am a theoretical physicist educated at MIT in Cambridge, MA. I have extensive teaching experience in physics at Wesleyan University, MIT, and Harvard University while a PhD student at MIT. My specialty is theoretical astrophysics with a deep...
I'm not really sure if there is anyone on Wyzant, or even among any of the physics professors I've observed lecturing in top tier universities on YouTube who was even close to have broken down fundamental concepts to such explanat... - Elijah, 28 lessons with Theodore Arthur

Chicago, IL
... with Third Coast Review and EDGE Media Network. Hence, she specializes in helping hundreds of students write college application essays, including the Common App, personal statements and addendum/other supplemental essays, along with internship/...
... with Third Coast Review and EDGE Media Network. Hence, she specializes in helping hundreds of students write college application essays, including the Common App, personal statements and addendum/other supplemental essays, along with internship/...

Edwardsville, IL
I have worked in numerous high-level corporate and educational environments for 30 years which has made me a crazy-good editor and proofreader. I have assisted Wyzant clients with college essays, dissertations, theses, business documents,...
I have worked in numerous high-level corporate and educational environments for 30 years which has made me a crazy-good editor and proofreader. I have assisted Wyzant clients with college essays, dissertations, theses, business documents,...
Jeannie has taught me how to relax, be patient, and interact with the audience. I'm very ecstatic about my growth over the last three weeks, all thanks to Jeannie! - Wayne, 6 lessons with Jeannie

Evanston, IL
...and Seattle - Continue to work as freelance writer, editor, copy-editor, proofreader - Have helped many students with college essays...
...and Seattle - Continue to work as freelance writer, editor, copy-editor, proofreader - Have helped many students with college essays...
Not only did Ms. Linda offer detailed critique on the content and structure of my essay, but she also taught me new strategies for writing and editing that will benefit me in the future. Her attention to detail and genuine interes... - Gregor, 2 lessons with Linda

Iowa City, IA
I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.

Chicago, IL
Hello! My name is Tyler, and I am extremely grateful to be a part of your (or your child's) academic journey. As a current University and Presidential Scholar at The University of Chicago, I double major in Creative Writing: Fiction & English...
Hello! My name is Tyler, and I am extremely grateful to be a part of your (or your child's) academic journey. As a current University and Presidential Scholar at The University of Chicago, I double major in Creative Writing: Fiction & English...
Tyler is patient and communicative, making the writing sessions both productive and enjoyable. He provides thoughtful feedback and takes the time to explain concepts clearly, making sure that I fully understand them. His guidance ... - Li, 3 lessons with Tyler

Woodridge, IL
I have proofread and copy edited well over a hundred college admissions essays and applications for law school, medical school, internships and scholarships. I have also taught Business Writing at The College of DuPage and Harper...
I have proofread and copy edited well over a hundred college admissions essays and applications for law school, medical school, internships and scholarships. I have also taught Business Writing at The College of DuPage and Harper...

Chicago, IL
Quickly increase your ACT or SAT scores with my unique and proven tutoring methods. I’m a natural top scorer on standardized tests (34 ACT composite), and I help top students get as close to perfect as possible. I also help students see...
Quickly increase your ACT or SAT scores with my unique and proven tutoring methods. I’m a natural top scorer on standardized tests (34 ACT composite), and I help top students get as close to perfect as possible. I also help students see...
I approached Eve a couple of days before my daughter was scheduled to take her first ACT testing. When i mentioned this to Eve, she was very kind agreed to help. It was an 1.5 hr session and Eve knew exactly where to tap in and p... - Shilpa, 8 lessons with Eve

Chicago, IL
I specialize in helping top students write memorable college essays. I also offer tailored coaching, tutoring, and editorial support for anyone looking to improve their writing skills or complete almost any kind of writing project....
I specialize in helping top students write memorable college essays. I also offer tailored coaching, tutoring, and editorial support for anyone looking to improve their writing skills or complete almost any kind of writing project....
Shane helped my high school-age daughter with college application essays. He was perfect for the job. He is knowledgeable about the college application process and how the essay should fit in. Even more importantly, he was wonderf... - Pablo, 15 lessons with Shane

Iowa City, IA
I’ve worked with students across disciplines and ability levels, and I specialize in helping ambitious, thoughtful students refine their voice — whether for a personal statement, a college essay, or a high-level research paper. I aim...
I’ve worked with students across disciplines and ability levels, and I specialize in helping ambitious, thoughtful students refine their voice — whether for a personal statement, a college essay, or a high-level research paper. I aim...
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