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Alexandra B. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra B.
90/hour

New York City, NY

Georgetown English MA Grad, BA in English & Art, Journalist + Creative

Hi! I'm Alex. I want to use my master's in English from Georgetown University to help you with your writing, creative work, and admissions process. I earned my BA in English and Art from Georgetown in 2022 and my MA in 2023. As an award-winning working journalist + artist newly NYC-based and doing full-time educational...

5.0 (261)
90/hour
1,589 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutes

Hi! I'm Alex. I want to use my master's in English from Georgetown University to help you with your writing, creative work, and admissions process. I earned my BA in English and Art from Georgetown in 2022 and my MA in 2023. As an award-winning working journalist + artist newly NYC-based and doing full-time educational...

Katrine S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katrine S.
135/hour

New York City, NY

Experienced College Advisor & SAT/ACT Tutor (Columbia Grad)

I am an English and Communications professor with almost 15 years experience teaching college and high school. I support students through the entire college application process, from selecting classes freshman year of HS, to enrolling in meaningful summer programs, navigating extracurriculars, and developing a personal...

5.0 (18)
135/hour
198 hours tutoring

I am an English and Communications professor with almost 15 years experience teaching college and high school. I support students through the entire college application process, from selecting classes freshman year of HS, to enrolling in meaningful summer programs, navigating extracurriculars, and developing a personal...

Nafeesa M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nafeesa M.
75/hour

New York City, NY

SAT, ACT, Math, and French Tutor!

I am an actress, poet, and tutor! Yes, tutor! I've been tutoring since I was at Wesleyan University getting my Bachelor of Arts degree. I live in North Bergen, NJ and recently completed my Master's degree at The George Washington University. In college I minored in Math and Theatre and majored in African-American...

4.9 (131)
75/hour
570 hours tutoring

I am an actress, poet, and tutor! Yes, tutor! I've been tutoring since I was at Wesleyan University getting my Bachelor of Arts degree. I live in North Bergen, NJ and recently completed my Master's degree at The George Washington University. In college I minored in Math and Theatre and majored in African-American...

Benjamin P. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Benjamin P.
100/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard Grad for English and Writing

I graduated from Harvard University, where I studied English with a focus on creative writing. For the past five years, I’ve worked with students ranging in age from 10 to 22, covering everything from reading comprehension and grammar to ACT English and Reading prep, as well as crafting compelling college...

5.0 (5)
100/hour
67 hours tutoring

I graduated from Harvard University, where I studied English with a focus on creative writing. For the past five years, I’ve worked with students ranging in age from 10 to 22, covering everything from reading comprehension and grammar to ACT English and Reading prep, as well as crafting compelling college...

Secunda K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Secunda K.
75/hour

New York City, NY

36 on ACT English Section

In high school, I scored a 36 on the ACT English Section.

5.0 (7)
75/hour
36 hours tutoring

In high school, I scored a 36 on the ACT English Section.

Wendy S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wendy S.
150/hour

New York City, NY

Experienced English Tutor Specializing in ACT Reading

I have been teaching ACT Reading & ACT English professionally for CUNY's grant program. I also help students with reading comprehension and test-taking in a private capacity.

5.0 (368)
150/hour
1,176 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

I have been teaching ACT Reading & ACT English professionally for CUNY's grant program. I also help students with reading comprehension and test-taking in a private capacity.

James W. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
James W.
200/hour

New York City, NY

TEST PREP & ESSAY SPECIALIST with a PhD

Having completed my PhD, I have succeeded at every level of academic achievement; with almost 20 years of teaching experience, I can help your child do the same. My focus is on helping your student ace his or her life changing tests! It's great to watch students succeed beyond their wildest dreams, and it's also...

5.0 (1375)
200/hour
5,927 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutes

Having completed my PhD, I have succeeded at every level of academic achievement; with almost 20 years of teaching experience, I can help your child do the same. My focus is on helping your student ace his or her life changing tests! It's great to watch students succeed beyond their wildest dreams, and it's also...

Anna D. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anna D.
64/hour

New York City, NY

Ivy League graduate tutoring English, Math, & Test Prep

Hello! I'm Anna, a recent graduate from Brown University. I'm interested in tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students in order to help them succeed in their academics. My tutoring style involves encouraging students' creativity and passion and instilling in them a true love of learning. I offer engaging,...

5.0 (15)
64/hour
15 hours tutoring

Hello! I'm Anna, a recent graduate from Brown University. I'm interested in tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students in order to help them succeed in their academics. My tutoring style involves encouraging students' creativity and passion and instilling in them a true love of learning. I offer engaging,...

Dylan R. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dylan R.
50/hour

New York City, NY

Engaging & Effective Columbia Grad Tutoring ACT/SAT, Math and Writing

... and working in Japan. Advanced to the highest level Fifth-Year Japanese language class -5 on AP Spanish Literature -5 on AP English Literature -34 on ACT English, ACT Reading and ACT Science - 32 on ACT Math -Extensive experience workshopping essays for English class, college admissions and more -Published as an...

5.0 (351)
50/hour
1,276 hours tutoring

... and working in Japan. Advanced to the highest level Fifth-Year Japanese language class -5 on AP Spanish Literature -5 on AP English Literature -34 on ACT English, ACT Reading and ACT Science - 32 on ACT Math -Extensive experience workshopping essays for English class, college admissions and more -Published as an...

Sophia Z. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sophia Z.
75/hour

New York City, NY

Med Student Tutor for Med School Applications, Science, & MCAT

I help students with medical school applications, bringing my 3 years as an application consultant for an independent company and my own experience applying and gaining acceptance to 5 MD schools. I also tutor students in epidemiology, standardized tests (MCAT, GED, SAT, ACT, and GRE) English, and art. My...

4.8 (26)
75/hour
57 hours tutoring

I help students with medical school applications, bringing my 3 years as an application consultant for an independent company and my own experience applying and gaining acceptance to 5 MD schools. I also tutor students in epidemiology, standardized tests (MCAT, GED, SAT, ACT, and GRE) English, and art. My...

John A. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
John A.
125/hour

New York City, NY

ACT English Expert! Students Scoring 35-36 Regularly!

I have managed to have my students reach perfect scores often, or at least often score 34+ on their first exams! I aggressively figure out what topics they need to learn first and early, especially since many NJ-NYC schools still miss many of these grammar rules! Free lesson for all new students!

5.0 (330)
125/hour
956 hours tutoring

I have managed to have my students reach perfect scores often, or at least often score 34+ on their first exams! I aggressively figure out what topics they need to learn first and early, especially since many NJ-NYC schools still miss many of these grammar rules! Free lesson for all new students!

Michelle M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michelle M.
175/hour

New York City, NY

Yale Grad, Perfect ACT scorer, 5+ years experience

I can’t say enough good things about the ACT English test! The ACT is possibly my favorite test to teach, as I think it is the most straightforward standardized test, with the greatest potential for score increases. I have been tutoring ALL sections of the ACT for 5+ years and received a perfect score of 36 on...

5.0 (4)
175/hour
14 hours tutoring

I can’t say enough good things about the ACT English test! The ACT is possibly my favorite test to teach, as I think it is the most straightforward standardized test, with the greatest potential for score increases. I have been tutoring ALL sections of the ACT for 5+ years and received a perfect score of 36 on...

Malik K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Malik K.
300/hour

New York City, NY

MIT Grad: SAT/Math/Physics Specialist, Math/Engineering Camp Director

I have been tutoring for more than 25 years, and I know how to get the most out of a student. I am one of the 100 or so people (out of nearly 300,000 each year) who scored 790 or above on the GMAT (99.95%...equivalent to 1600 SAT). I have had great success tutoring SAT, ACT, GMAT, and most other standardized tests,...

5.0 (17)
300/hour
181 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring for more than 25 years, and I know how to get the most out of a student. I am one of the 100 or so people (out of nearly 300,000 each year) who scored 790 or above on the GMAT (99.95%...equivalent to 1600 SAT). I have had great success tutoring SAT, ACT, GMAT, and most other standardized tests,...

Michael R. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael R.
150/hour

New York City, NY

Columbia BA+MA: Academic Coach, SAT, Elite Admissions, Architecture

Hi, I'm Mike! I'm an Ivy League-educated academic coach. For 16 years I have worked one-on-one with students as a college admissions counselor, architecture tutor, executive functioning coach, and subject tutor. My approach is to develop an encouraging, supportive mentorship with my students. *College and Grad...

5.0 (76)
150/hour
358 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Mike! I'm an Ivy League-educated academic coach. For 16 years I have worked one-on-one with students as a college admissions counselor, architecture tutor, executive functioning coach, and subject tutor. My approach is to develop an encouraging, supportive mentorship with my students. *College and Grad...

Brad L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brad L.
220/hour

New York City, NY

Veteran ACT Tutor with 20+ Years of Teaching Experience

I scored in the 99th percentile of every section of the ACT, including the English section.

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5.0 (3324)
220/hour
12,538 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

I scored in the 99th percentile of every section of the ACT, including the English section.

Ethan J. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ethan J.
250/hour

New York City, NY

Award-Winning Harvard Ph.D. and ACT Expert Tutoring All ACT Sections

As an expert ACT tutor and Harvard Ph.D., I have helped students from all backgrounds significantly improve their scores. Most students see average improvements to their ACT English section of 2-3 points within 8 weeks. As a tutor, my style is highly test focused, as students often struggle due to how the test...

5.0 (1012)
250/hour
2,805 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

As an expert ACT tutor and Harvard Ph.D., I have helped students from all backgrounds significantly improve their scores. Most students see average improvements to their ACT English section of 2-3 points within 8 weeks. As a tutor, my style is highly test focused, as students often struggle due to how the test...

Rangi M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rangi M.
60/hour

New York City, NY

Ivy League Educated Poet & Professor

I'm a North-Carolina born, Brooklyn-based poet (which, these days, feels a bit like describing myself as a betamax video recorder or a SONY walkman) with a passion for language, literature & writing. I was educated at Rice University & Columbia University School of the Arts. My first book was published in 2003; I am...

4.3 (12)
60/hour
25 hours tutoring

I'm a North-Carolina born, Brooklyn-based poet (which, these days, feels a bit like describing myself as a betamax video recorder or a SONY walkman) with a passion for language, literature & writing. I was educated at Rice University & Columbia University School of the Arts. My first book was published in 2003; I am...

Michael N. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael N.
125/hour

New York City, NY

English/Writing/Reading/Study Habits Tutor

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher, tutor and writer with experience working with students of all levels of aptitude and academic interest. I'm born and raised in New York City, a product of the public schools system. I've worked for many years in both public and charter schools, teaching a diverse group of young...

5.0 (795)
125/hour
3,511 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutes

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher, tutor and writer with experience working with students of all levels of aptitude and academic interest. I'm born and raised in New York City, a product of the public schools system. I've worked for many years in both public and charter schools, teaching a diverse group of young...

Oleg C. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Oleg C.
90/hour

New York City, NY

Columbia/UofC grad offering HS/College prep in Math/Stats/Econ/SAT/ACT

I have had experience with tutoring high school and later university students at several stages of my life. In high school I tutored 11th graders in SAT Math and was able to raise their scores by more than 150 points in some cases. Afterwards, while attending the University of Chicago, I became a grader for a Calculus...

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4.9 (16)
90/hour
73 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

I have had experience with tutoring high school and later university students at several stages of my life. In high school I tutored 11th graders in SAT Math and was able to raise their scores by more than 150 points in some cases. Afterwards, while attending the University of Chicago, I became a grader for a Calculus...

Lauren K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lauren K.
500/hour

New York City, NY

5-Star Test Prep Expert: GMAT, SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE / Brown alum

* I only have one slot available for 2025, so please reach out in advance if you are interested in booking a weekly time slot. * Hello parents and students! I'm Lauren, and there’s nothing I’m more passionate about than helping students achieve academic success. * About Me: * I graduated Magna Cum Laude from...

5.0 (237)
500/hour
788 hours tutoring

* I only have one slot available for 2025, so please reach out in advance if you are interested in booking a weekly time slot. * Hello parents and students! I'm Lauren, and there’s nothing I’m more passionate about than helping students achieve academic success. * About Me: * I graduated Magna Cum Laude from...

Harris C. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Harris C.
75/hour

New York City, NY

Columbia Undergrad Specializing in SAT/ACT Prep and Physics/Math

Hello! I’m Harris C, a junior at Columbia University majoring in Computer Science and Math/Physics. In high school and college, I've realized that the most impactful learning experiences come from instructors who not only understand their material but also know how to make it resonate with their students. Thus, I’ve...

5.0 (11)
75/hour
24 hours tutoring

Hello! I’m Harris C, a junior at Columbia University majoring in Computer Science and Math/Physics. In high school and college, I've realized that the most impactful learning experiences come from instructors who not only understand their material but also know how to make it resonate with their students. Thus, I’ve...

Alex S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
75/hour

New York City, NY

College English professor and experienced tutor

Hi! I have been teaching English literature and writing courses for over a decade. I hold a BA from Rice University and PhD in English from Rutgers, and am currently a faculty member in the Writing Program there. I teach courses on English literature, composition, and proposal writing for business and sciences. In each...

4.9 (11)
75/hour
35 hours tutoring

Hi! I have been teaching English literature and writing courses for over a decade. I hold a BA from Rice University and PhD in English from Rutgers, and am currently a faculty member in the Writing Program there. I teach courses on English literature, composition, and proposal writing for business and sciences. In each...

Anisa M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anisa M.
60/hour

New York City, NY

Brown Grad that achieved 36 in ACT English

I'm a Brown Grad that achieved a 36 in the ACT English section. I'm aware of the tips and tricks necessary to complete the section in the least amount of time. I also understand the concepts needed and I'm happy to teach them.

5.0 (5)
60/hour
9 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutes

I'm a Brown Grad that achieved a 36 in the ACT English section. I'm aware of the tips and tricks necessary to complete the section in the least amount of time. I also understand the concepts needed and I'm happy to teach them.

Brian G. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian G.
50/hour

New York City, NY

Academic and Test Skills Coach

I am an electrical engineering graduate from Tulane University. I took several courses in various levels of math, including calculus, statistics, linear algebra and differential equations. Beginning my junior year, I became a teaching assistant for the math department. I helped grade homework assignments and weekly...

4.9 (213)
50/hour
1,004 hours tutoring
Response time: 57 minutes

I am an electrical engineering graduate from Tulane University. I took several courses in various levels of math, including calculus, statistics, linear algebra and differential equations. Beginning my junior year, I became a teaching assistant for the math department. I helped grade homework assignments and weekly...

Andrea P. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrea P.
45/hour

New York City, NY

Admission Essays/Personal Statements/Business Writing/Public Speaking

Hi, I’m Andrea, a native English speaker originally from New York City. I joined Wyzant in 2019, but my journey as a tutor began in 1999, when I joined the Peace Corps. I have developed a deep understanding of students' needs in editing, proofreading, brainstorming, advising, and co-writing admissions essays, personal...

5.0 (97)
45/hour
396 hours tutoring

Hi, I’m Andrea, a native English speaker originally from New York City. I joined Wyzant in 2019, but my journey as a tutor began in 1999, when I joined the Peace Corps. I have developed a deep understanding of students' needs in editing, proofreading, brainstorming, advising, and co-writing admissions essays, personal...

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Aditya K.

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Furthermore, he is very patient and will explain a concept multiple times until you understand it. His method of going through practice problems together helped me a lot as it was great practice with a knowledgeable tutor to answer questions and explain problems. Finally, communication with Joseph has been very clear and I have not had any issues with scheduling. I would definitely recommend Joseph M. as a tutor for ACT English!
Aditya K.

15 lessons

Furthermore, he is very patient and will explain a concept multiple times until you understand it. His method of going through practice problems together helped me a lot as it was great practice with a knowledgeable tutor to answer questions and explain problems. Finally, communication with Joseph has been very clear and I have not had any issues with scheduling. I would definitely recommend Joseph M. as a tutor for ACT English!
Aditya K.

15 lessons

Furthermore, he is very patient and will explain a concept multiple times until you understand it. His method of going through practice problems together helped me a lot as it was great practice with a knowledgeable tutor to answer questions and explain problems. Finally, communication with Joseph has been very clear and I have not had any issues with scheduling. I would definitely recommend Joseph M. as a tutor for ACT English!
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