The Best Literature Tutors in New York City, NY

I am an SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, LSAT, GMAT, and GRE expert and have tutored hundreds of students for a myriad of other standardized tests and academic subjects. My students have consistently achieved results at the apex of the learning and test curve, winning admission to highly competitive academic programs at...See Daniel's full profile

With three years of American and British literature studies at the University of Houston, I have a sharp eye for symbolism, motifs, figurative language, intertexuality, etc. I coach students into sprucing up their thesis for their literary analysis paper and weave their ideas and brainstorming into a coherent...See Caroline's full profile

Hi there! Ed V. here: TV writer, playwright, writing coach, mentor, tutor, and teacher. I'm a four-time Daytime Emmy Award winner for writing on Sesame Street and a three-time winner of Hunter College’s Irv Zarkower Playwriting Award. In theater, I was awarded a Dramatists Guild Fellowship in Playwriting and was...See Ed's full profile

***TRACK RECORD: 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) PLUS each year, multiple students achieve: ►99th percentile...See Meeraj's full profile

Hello! I have taught English (EFL/ESL/TESOL) for over five years in the USA, Japan, and the Netherlands. I have experience teaching all levels, from Elementary School to Business English. I am a JET Program alumni, published ESL author, and have extensive experience teaching at the university level. I have taught at...See Eli's full profile

I have a Ph.D. in American Literature from NYU, two published books about literature, and was the winner of first prize in a competitive poetry competition. I was the editor and publisher of an award-winning literary magazine.See Howard's full profile

I am an adaptive and innovative literature tutor well-versed in various literary genres. Guiding students as they navigate through the world of literature is one of my passions. Sharing my knowledge of literary elements, while encouraging students to explore their own strengths helps cultivate a rich...See Kenya's full profile

I have had at least 15 courses involving political science in high school, college and graduate school, including: American Government, Comparative Politics, Images of Women in History and Literature, Political Science 101, International Economics, International Dimensions of Business, Modern Civics, History of...See Vinay's full profile

I have a BA in English from the University of Cambridge and am currently pursuing a PhD in English at the University of Texas - Austin.See Charlotte's full profile

Recent Success Stories: --700 to 780 jump for student on SAT Math Subject Test Level 2 after only 2 sessions of tutoring! --800 (Perfect!) for SAT Math Subject Test Level 2 after only 2 months of tutoring! For the past 9+ years, my successes have included perfect 1600 SAT student and PSAT National Merit Qualifying...See John's full profile

Experienced tutor with an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a graduate degree from Harvard University. I have strong analytical skills as demonstrated by my scientific background as well as a strong humanities background in international studies. I have excellent written and...See Sonia's full profile

Wait a minute... a doctor who is tutoring reading and writing? Let me explain: Reading and writing has always been a passion of mine. To me, writing well is like having telepathy. No matter where you are, good writing has the ability to communicate directly from my mind to yours. Just like everyone speaks in their own...See Ethan's full profile

MY TEST SCORES: SAT Math: 800 SAT Verbal: 800 ACT: 36 GRE: Quantitative Reasoning: 170 GRE Verbal Reasoning: 170 GRE Writing: 6 AP Calculus BC, AP Physics B, AP Spanish, and AP Literature: 5 Physics GRE: 840 Scroll down to see what students are saying about me, and feel free to contact me for a...See Alex's full profile

As a teacher of English literature in grades 8-college, I have taught a variety of works of literature. From contemporary fiction, to the great classics, Shakespeare to Dickens,Poe to Wadsworth I am able to bring a true understanding of the author's work.See Arnold's full profile

...for The United Farm Workers of America. Professionally, I have worked (almost) exclusively within the domain of English / Literature: composition (remedial & intermediate), introduction to literature, creative writing (poetry, flash fiction), and pre-college bridge courses for those high school graduates whose literacy ...See Rangi's full profile

I'm an enthusiastic and supportive writing tutor. I pride myself on my ability to help those I tutor not only with their writing, but also their belief and excitement in their writing. I am a playwright and screenwriter who has extensive experience working with very young students as well as adults. For more info...See Maya's full profile

I have taught ESL at several well-regarded colleges (universities) in NYC and abroad. I have a BA in history (specializing in Latin America) and secondary education, an MA in dance therapy and teaching certification in ESL from an institute in Madrid, Spain, where I was selected from a wide list of candidates for a...See Bonnie's full profile

You need more than a tutor—you need someone who knows how to get things done. I’m Benjamin – an award-winning educator, trusted consultant to Fortune 500 CEOs, and a specialist in academic success without the stress. With degrees from elite institutions and experience that spans think tanks, government advisory...See Benjamin's full profile

I am also known for making sessions fun and engaging and inspiring students with my passion for writing and literature and my keen awareness of standardized test-making tactics. Educational Background: I hold a Masters Degree in the Teaching of English from Columbia University and am currently finishing a...See Katrine's full profile

I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Columbia University with a 3.88 GPA, and a BA in English and American Studies. I help students of all ages, but focus especially on the LSAT, SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, and AP Exams in American History, Composition, and Literature. I myself was not always a committed or...See Andrew's full profile

I have taken both AP English Language and Composition and AP Literature in high school and am a current major in English Literature at Columbia. I scored a 36 on the ACT English section. I have tutored middle and high school students in varying difficulties of English, including in: reading, writing, and...See Alex's full profile

Furthermore, I have my California Single Subject Credential in English denoting that I have the subject area expertise and skills sets to teach students in English language, literature and composition. See Rachel'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

With over 5 years of experience tutoring elementary to high school students in language arts, mathematics, history, science, and ACT/SAT preparation, I have developed a deep understanding of the importance of identifying each student's unique learning style to maximize our time together. Rather than relying on...See Genevieve'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