The Best Writing Tutors in Lyons, IL

I’m a lifelong learner and career educator. I teach all parts of standardized test prep, specializing in critical reading and annotation strategies, grammar fundamentals, and effective essay writing for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, TOEFL, and more. I teach and lecture at universities and...See Karin's full profile

33 ACT Writing, past success with non-native english speaker studentsSee Morph's full profile

Writing is a passion of mine, and teaching writing is a wonderful bonus. I get to help students uncover the voice that’s been theirs all along. Over the years, I’ve taught in public schools and worked with college students at the University of Oregon, giving me a deep understanding of what strong,...See Robin's full profile

However, I work with students and families of all backgrounds on the full holistic application cycle. I'm also trained and experienced in graduate school applications and advising across disciplines. Writing: I leverage my studies in international relations, political science, history, linguistics,...See Jessica's full profile

I teach creative writing at Northwestern University and at The University of Tokyo. I'm also a two-time Emmy nominated writer/producer of fiction and non-fiction stories. For over 30-years, I've written screenplays, manuscripts, chapter contributions, and two self-published books. I've...See Steven's full profile

I’ve also been praised for the strength, clarity, and depth of my personal written papers, which reflect my ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and with academic precision. I’m currently a full-time MSW student at a top 10% ranked university, so I’m very familiar with advanced academic writing...See Desideria's full profile

I have over 15 years of experience in admissions coaching and writing with cases of admissions to top schools such as Pomona College, Wesleyan University, boarding schools like Andover Phillips Academy and the Hotchkiss School, as well as international schools and art programs. I have helped people get full...See Kate's full profile

With a background in managerial and financial accounting, I hold an undergraduate degree from Arizona State University, an MBA, and an MOL from North Park University. Skilled in operations management, strategic management, and business analytics, I excel in writing, with experience as a published author and copy...See Jennifer's full profile

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...See Jordyn's full profile

With a background as a professional writer, editor, and writing teacher, I've been helping students in high school, college, and graduate school with their writing for almost twenty-five years. My qualifications include published work in prominent national magazines such as National Geographic and the...See Shane's full profile

I’ve taught and given workshops at the University of Chicago, Oberlin, and Columbia College, among others, and I love working one-on-one to help you strengthen your voice & write with impact. Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing & English – structure, argumentation, grammar, and clarity...See Izidora's full profile

Hello! I am offering lessons in English and Latin. I am a certified teacher with 21 years of teaching experience in independent, alternative, and public schools. I have a bachelor's degree from Duke University in English and Classical Languages and a master's degree in English Education from the University of...See Sarah's full profile

I’m a tenured college professor with over twenty years of experience teaching writing and literature, and I serve as the Director of the Writing Center at Trinity Christian College. Before entering higher education, I taught high school English for six years, and college English for the past twenty. As...See Erick's full profile

Writing has many aspects: Creative Writing - fiction, short stories, etc. Business Communication- letters, newsletters, emails, presentations etc. Resume writing, report writing, web content writing and management, research, etc. In order to be a good writer, the student needs to be...See Chhavi's full profile

Over the past year, I have worked with middle and high school students on ISEE and SAT test prep in both group and individual settings. I thoroughly enjoy working to fulfill their educational goals, and I look forward to seeing their scores improve over time through the use of specific test strategies and effective time...See Elijah's full profile

Lifelong experience writing lab reports, fiction, poetry, prose, and essays. See Austin's full profile

My experiences in teaching writing encompass: - Lucy Calkins Writers' Workshop Interventionist -Classroom Teacher using Calkins' Writers' Workshop Structure -English and Language Arts Classroom Teacher -Interdisciplinary Middle School Social Science Teacher with Writing focusSee Jocelyn's full profile

In high school, I took six AP classes. I got a 5 in AP Literature, AP Human Geography, and AP US History; I also was able to get a 4 in AP Lang, AP European History, and AP Calculus. Writing, history, and Math are my most comfortable subjects to teach and I have lots of resources to use to get (or even exceed) my...See Lincoln's full profile

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...See Nicole's full profile

I'm a PhD Candidate at the University of Chicago and a longtime Writing Instructor of 1st year college students. I'm a patient tutor who works with students in a manner tailored to their learning styles and goals. In addition to teaching Writing,I have taught courses in Religion, Philosophy, and...See Susan's full profile

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...See Vanessa's full profile

I have excelled in writing throughout my academic career, earning a perfect 12 on the ACT Writing section, a 36 on the ACT English section, and an 800 on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. I have frequently been recognized by teachers and professors as one of the strongest writers...See Hayden's full profile

As a tutor, I strive to share my love for reading, writing, English, and psychology with my students, with the hope that they can eventually come to recognize the fun and beauty of these subjects on their own. Most importantly, I want to create a comfortable and stress-free environment for my students. I know...See Stefania's full profile

...students feel confident taking academic risks. I have extensive experience working one-on-one and in small groups with students who need support in reading, writing, organization, study skills, executive functioning, and general academic achievement. I also have extensive experience tutoring the English and Reading sections...See Emma's full profile

I currently work as an audiologist at an ENT practice. I have years of experience as a tutor for all ages, and various subjects. I worked as a reading and writing tutor throughout high school, and as a sign language and writing tutor for college athletes at the University of Illinois. During grad school,...See Melanie's full profile