The Best creative writing Tutors in Illinois

Chicago, IL

Published Author working towards BA/MAPH in Creative Writing

I have mentored various students in Creative Writing through the Adroit Journal, my high school literary magazine, and my university's initiative to propagate storytelling in Chicago's South Side. I currently pursue a joint... See Tyler's full profile

Rockford, IL

NCTE Nation Council of Teachers of English award winner

I am a winner of NCTE National Council of Teachers of English award winner for creative writing. Letter of congratulations from Ohio Senator and Mercury astronaut John Glenn. Conan O’Brian also won this award. See Theodore Arthur's full profile

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Cartooning, Video Production

...International Television Association, and AmeriCorps among commissions from private patrons. I regularly teach cartooning, creative writing (screenplay), filmmaking, and acting at Northwestern University and The University of Tokyo. As a mentor for screenwriters... See Steven's full profile

Chicago, IL

Learn Creative Writing from a Published Author and Writing Coach!

I have a Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies and over 14 years' experience coaching students to hone their writing. College essays, short stories, AP Lang and Honors English: I have experience teaching all these subjects. I also offer... See Chhavi's full profile

Cary, IL

University Professor | PhD in Lit | Published Writing Scholar

I hold a Ph.D. in Literature and have over 20 years of experience teaching creative writing, composition, and both U.S. and European literature at the university level. I’ve taught and mentored students across a wide range of writing... See Alrick's full profile

Evanston, IL

A teacher, writer, and storyteller who can bring out your best work.

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions... See Jeff's full profile

Bartlett, IL

Creative Writing Instructor

I am a current enrichment instructor with Northwestern’s center for talent development, and through that program I have taught creative writing, argumentative and opinion essay writing, fanfiction workshop, and journalism. I’ve also... See Michelle's full profile

Chicago, IL

Award-Winning Writer & Essay Coach | Ivy-Level Results

...write with impact. Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing & English – structure, argumentation, grammar, and clarity Creative Writing & Literature – developing voice, storytelling, and close reading Interview Preparation – articulating strengths, ... See Izidora's full profile

Chicago, IL

A published novelist with a passion for new challenges.

I feel uniquely qualified to tutor young learners in writing and adjacent fields, thanks to my experience writing books for young adults, as well as the writing workshops I've given over the past ten years. Among my novels for children and... See ADI's full profile

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing and Storytelling Tutor

I help students develop their creative writing skills by guiding them through the process of crafting stories, poems, and narrative pieces. I focus on helping writers open their imagination, think creatively, and transform ideas into... See Nicole's full profile

Iowa City, IA

MFA in Creative Writing | Published Writer & Experienced Instructor

I hold an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, and my writing has appeared in the New York Times, n+1, and other publications. I’ve taught creative writing at the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio (three summers), at the University of Iowa,... See Yen's full profile

Kenosha, WI

3rd Grade Teacher

I have experience guiding students in developing their creative writing skills through structured lessons that encourage imagination, voice, and storytelling techniques. As a certified educator, I emphasize the fundamentals of grammar,... See Julie's full profile

Harvard Published Creative Writer & College Essay Coach

Creative writing has been a lifelong passion — my work has been published in national news outlets, online literary journals, and Harvard’s 50 Successful Application Essays. I’ve helped students win top honors in some of the... See Razi's full profile

Creative Writing Tutor and Editor

As someone who is an aspiring author, creative writing is my passion. I have spent almost a decade studying it intensely and thus have a comprehensive understanding of storytelling, including story structure, character development, and... See Mikayla's full profile

BA in Creative Writing Here for Any Step of the Creative Process

Creative writing has always been my passion. I hold a BA with Honors in Creative Writing from Hamilton College; I was my high school’s first poet laureate and have had multiple poems published in magazines. I would not have thought... See Dana's full profile

Award-Winning & Published Writer w/ MFA from Carnegie Mellon

I also studied fiction writing during my undergraduate degree at Loyola University, taking courses up to the highest level available. My creative writing has been published by Samuel French and Smith & Kraus; my writing has also won... See Brandy's full profile

Novelist, Essayist, Creative Writing Profssor

I am a creative writing professor at a major public university, where I teach both fiction and nonfiction writing. In addition, I’ve published two well-reviewed novels, along with dozens of essays and short stories. See Michael's full profile

Permanently certified, 20-yr exp. ELA gr 7-12 and AP Lang and Lit

I have taught grade 9-12 ELA for many years, specializing in literature and writing, especially essay writing and Creative Writing. I have experience teaching kids with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning differences, as well as extensive... See Jocelyn's full profile

K-12 Creative Writing Teacher

I have worked with students as an online tutor for since 2020 on creative writing. I helped students complete and edit their fictional stories. I teach fictional writing, personal narratives, comic book writing, basics in poetry,... See Meredith's full profile

Leading Creative Writing Mentor - 25 Years' Experience

Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley. See Jonathan's full profile

MFA in Creative Writing - Find Your Voice

...playwright with productions featured in a Manhattan festival, I provide real-world insight into creative writing across multiple media. My creative writing has earned me membership in The Dramatists Guild, WGAe, and BMI ... See Kenneth's full profile

Courses taken and 7 years teaching experience

I took a course in Creative Writing at university, as well as supplementary/related courses in Author Craft/Style. I also have a high school certification in English Language Arts and have taught that subject for 7 years. That... See Emily's full profile

English Educator & Creative Writing Coach

I am pursuing a BS in Teaching English and a minor in Creative Writing at NYU. As a freshman I was accepted into the application-only Intensive Seminar in Poetry course, the highest-level class for poetry at the university. In high school I... See Erica's full profile

Experienced Writing Tutor: Essays, Grammar, Creative Writing

Whether you struggle with structuring an essay, need help forming just the right way to say something, aren't sure how to finish that creative writing project, or have trouble turning a blank page into anything with words on it, I can... See Lori's full profile

B.A. in English and Creative Writing

My undergraduate degree specialized in fiction and creative writing. I thoroughly enjoyed honing my writing craft and would love the opportunity to take all I have learned to assist others. Within my masters program to teach English, we... See Jordyn's full profile