The Best diction Tutors for Kansas City, MO

For TOEFL tutoring, I first test where a student is by speaking, and having them build sentences. We will then move on to word choice, grammar, diction, and paragraph flow. See Darby Jo's full profile

I am a professional proofreader for SAT and ACT essays. I excel in identifying both common and difficult-to-spot grammar errors, as well as syntax errors, diction errors, and fluidity concerns. I am equally adept at providing stylistic...See Matthew's full profile

I have given more than 100 speeches in various settings for audiences large and small, completed Toastmasters training, and taken Voice and Diction as well as Speechmaking classes in college, both with the top marks in the class. I have...See Rebecca's full profile

...communication. We'll practice at your level and work on the areas that matter most to you, including posture and poise, voice, diction, pacing, eye contact, confidence, managing nervousness, and using visual aids such as PowerPoint or Keynote. Whether you...See Shara's full profile

As the instructor of several college classes (both at Brown University and Oberlin College), I helped many students to improve their grammar, diction, organization, and other aspects of writing. See Harry's full profile

I would read and edit their speeches and the help them become comfortable in their speeches. I’d have them watch themselves in a mirror as they spoke. We also worked on diction and annunciation and using arms as a way to take up space...See Holly's full profile

I first started teaching lyric diction over 10 years ago. I have given seminars and written IPA transcriptions for choirs singing in: Ecclesiastical Latin, Middle English, French, Czech, and Slovak. I have given private lyric...See Miguel's full profile

Acting is an incredibly varied umbrella; it starts with basic reading and writing skills, breathing, diction, posture, and script reading to developing mood and storytelling and characterization to arranging blocking in exactly the right...See Oly's full profile

In addition, I taught writing skills to students preparing for the SAT and ACT for the past seven years, so my understanding of grammar, mechanics, usage, diction, and essay organization are excellent. I have also helped many students with...See James's full profile

One of the foundations of English Language Arts is speaking, and I've taken classes, in how to make yourself understood clearly, coherently, and easily. I've taught many students diction, voice, and how to communicate ideas with...See Michael's full profile

At UK, I designed my own major - Voice and Speech for Theatre. While there, I served as a speech, diction, and dialect coach on several productions. Since then, I've conducted seminars as well as private coaching sessions on delivery...See Patience's full profile

Finally, I teach them to recognize common rhetorical strategies that writers use so that they can recognize the significant nuances in tone and diction that the test questions often target.See Elizabeth's full profile

I highly suggest purchasing an English/Spanish dictionary (or the student's first language and Spanish) and a nice big 501 Spanish Verbs, which has explanations of Spanish diction, rules and conjugations of many of the most common...See Sally's full profile

She tried to poetically match the verbal content of the line reference and the answer choices, rather than noticing that two of the answer choices included slang diction. I pointed out to her that the question tested the understanding of a...See Laura's full profile

...field of writing instruction. My focus on crafting compelling thesis statements, seamless transitions, and tone-setting diction equips students with the skills necessary to elevate their writing. I excel at quickly identifying and making impactful...See Michael's full profile

... and so I consider myself a “writer’s writer.” I'm well versed in all aspects of writing, including grammar, spelling, diction, tone, and citation. Finally, my favorite style guide is the Chicago Manual of Style, but I also have experience utilizing...See Annah's full profile

Grammar skills and extensive diction development lead to proper usage of vocabulary. The extent of vocabulary is directly associated to reading skills and the experience of reading. As a professional writer, I have been asked to aid...See Troy's full profile

Through private tutoring over the past 12 years, I have become skilled at helping students prepare for proficiency test essays, correct grammar and diction mistakes, and overcome fears of brainstorming. I enjoy helping students learn and...See Janelle's full profile

... grammar instruction. Students read variety of stories and reading passages for pronunciation, sentence structure,and diction. ESL need comprehensible input, on-going, specific, and immediate feedback, grouping structures and techniques; building...See Ellen's full profile

...syntax, and formatting. As a published poet and experienced writing instructor, I also offer guidance on rhythm, tone, and diction, helping writers elevate their style without losing their voice. Whether preparing work for publication, academic submission...See Ann's full profile

I can help you with subject-verb agreement, singular/plural, possessive nouns/pronouns, word choice, diction, and so much more.See Jon's full profile

As an undergraduate English major, and certified English teacher, I am also experienced in annotating and analyzing creative work for literary devices, diction, and plot.See Laura's full profile

In narratives, I teach students how to create engaging description, internal monologue, and dialogue and integrate them into an effective narrative structure. In poetry, I teach students how to make poetic choices in areas such as diction,...See Gregory's full profile

I have an excellent grammar book that I use as a reference. I am an avid reader and feel that the reading to see good transitions and diction in literature.See MONA's full profile

I tutor vocabulary and linguistics from the perspective of rhetorical analysis -- seeing beyond the literal words spoken to 'read between the lines,' and understand the meaning of word choice, style, diction, and structure used to...See Jordan's full profile