The Best Literature Tutors in Manhattan, NY

I am a well-published writer and an ELA teacher for 28 years. See Valerie's full profile

I coach men in their twenties who feel behind, and who are tired of being told they have potential. The story usually goes something like this: you graduated into a strange few years, took the jobs that came along, and now you're doing something that isn't bad but isn't going anywhere either. Meanwhile everyone around...See Paul's full profile

My typical student gains: -5–9 points on the ACT (vs industry standard of 1–4 points) -150–300 points on the SAT (vs industry standard of 60–120 points) -9–20 points on the GRE (vs industry standard of 5–8 points) Every year, multiple students also achieve: -99th percentile composite scores on the SAT & ACT...See Meeraj's full profile

Subjects I have taught in the past include: High School English; English Literature; English Composition; Academic Thesis Writing; College Application Preparation; Graduate School Application Preparation; East Asian History; Modern Chinese Literature; Comparative Literature; Critical Theory;...See Shawn's full profile

ELA TeacherSee Daisy's full profile

For over a decade, I have worked as a full-time tutor for a private NYC tutoring agency. I have accumulated thousands of hours of experience and have helped students vastly improve test scores, ace courses, and gain admittance to elite NYC private schools and elite universities, such Princeton, Cornell, University of...See Sebastian's full profile

Whether you have a great idea but don't know how to organize it—or you're staring at a blank page with no idea where to start—I can help. I'm Laetitia (Le-ti-ci-a), a Columbia University graduate with a 3.9 GPA in Comparative Literature. During my sophomore year, I was awarded the Helen Marie...See Laetitia's full profile

I'm Katie! I am a recent graduate of Barnard College where obtained my BA in History and Political Science, with a focus on early American history and US politics. Throughout my time at Barnard, I learned that no matter where you are or what school you attend, there will always be bad teachers––teachers that...See Katie's full profile

If you're frustrated because your CARS scores have plateaued, you're in the right place! My name is Tea Binder, and I'm currently a second-year medical student at Weill Cornell. I scored a 130 (98th percentile) in CARS on my first and only MCAT attempt — with English as my second language. Since then, I've helped...See Tea's full profile

I graduated magna cum laude from Barnard College with an English major and concentrations in Creative Writing and Theatre. I have written many analytical essays on classic and contemporary texts throughout my education and career, and completed my thesis research project on the Merchant of Venice.See Hannah's full profile

After beginning my BFA at NYU's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music in the fall of 2014, I taught voice lessons independently and worked for the America Reads and Counts Program as an in-classroom tutor for 6th grade classes. By sophomore year, I transitioned away from teaching voice lessons, and began focusing on...See Hannah's full profile

I received a cum laude degree in English from Harvard, where I wrote my junior paper on Shakespeare. I've been reading and writing my whole life and have a versatile knowledge of many forms and periods, from Renaissance drama to American postwar literature. I also love teaching high school students who may be...See Miles's full profile

As an English teacher of more than 5 years, I have extensive knowledge of English and Classical literature, drama, political writings and philosophy. I've helped many middle school, high school, college and graduate students comprehend and analyze their texts. See Michael's full profile

Hi! My name is Edith and I would love to be your tutor. A bit about me -- in 2019 I graduated magna cum laude with a BA in Literature from Harvard University, where I was awarded multiple competitive essay prizes in my department and elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. In 2023, I earned my Master’s...See Edith's full profile

I studied English Literature and Language in a rigorous program at University College London. My concentrations included Old English, Shakespeare, Chaucer, and Linguistics. I completed independent research on radical politics in Thomas Pynchon and Toni Morrison, the use of the Western canon in contemporary Indian...See Emma's full profile

I recently graduated from Georgetown University's English M.A. program (2023), and graduated with a B.A. from Georgetown in English and Art (2022). I received Honors on my English thesis on the role of journalistic ethics in political mass media. I am also a freelance journalist based in Washington, D.C., and serve as a...See Alexandra's full profile

I started working as a tutor in 2009, when I came back to NY from Korea. While there, I taught English, with an emphasis on test preparation. Here in NY, I have worked with a lot of kids to prepare for the Hunter High School test, as well as the SHSAT and the SAT. I keep current on the testing requirements for the...See Christine's full profile

Some of My Qualifications: -Near perfect scores on New York State Algebra 1, Algebra 2/Trigonometry and Geometry Regents Exams -More than one year of experience studying abroad and working in Japan. Advanced to the highest level Fifth-Year Japanese language class -5 on AP Spanish Literature -5 on AP...See Dylan's full profile

I'm the author of four bestselling novels, all integrating extensive research, which have now been published in 21 countries to date. I have a B.A. in English Literature and Asian Studies from Amherst College, from which I graduated magna cum laude, a masters degree in Creative Writing from Columbia...See Jennifer's full profile

I have a bachelor's degree from Oberlin College where I majored in English Literature and edited the poetry magazine. I am a fluent writer and editor. I am also good at helping people think through ideas and write a thesis. I am also a licensed high school English teachers and have designed my own course...See Susan's full profile

At Yale and Tufts, I studied literature under Mark Wollaeger, Thomas Greene, Kevin Dunn, and the poet Henri Cole. An avid reader and lover of literature, I’ve taught English at leading schools in the US and UK. I'm a kind and patient mentor who holds high expectations --- of myself as well as my...See Jonathan's full profile

Students I teach literature to will be exposed to a wide variety of genres and subjects, and literary devices will be studied as well. Focus on a specific genre is also possible upon request. Study of mythology and legends can be part of the curriculum as well, upon request. See Vincent's full profile

Yale BA in Comparative Literature; Teachers College, Columbia University MA in English Education. I am expert at literary analysis and critical thinking. That said, I have taught everything from remedial reading/writing to AP Literature. As a reading comprehension coach, I will help you make images in...See Alison's full profile

I am a NYS and FL licensed high school English teacher who has an MSEd in adolescent education. See Larissa's full profile

Published author, Magna Cum Laude in English Literature. Experienced teacher/tutor.See Sasha's full profile