The Best Vocabulary Tutors in New York City, NY

For 8 years now, I've been a leading college and prep school application coach in Chicago, providing services in college essay writing, test prep, and counseling. I graduated summa cum laude from Northwestern University and am an alumna of Phillips Exeter Academy. I've tutored some of America's brightest young...See Anna's full profile

Hello! My name is Kevin. I am a radiation therapist and have also worked as a tutor for over ten years, instructing various subjects ranging from English Language Arts to Mental Health and Wellness to SAT Mathematics. I've been employed with several companies including one awarded the Best of Brooklyn Award in the...See Kevin's full profile

Melissa has a passion for teaching that is grounded in science and healthy use of the voice. Her lessons are specifically tailored to meet each individual singer’s needs and goals through functional exercises. With over fifteen years of singing and performance experience, Melissa is a graduate of the American...See Melissa's full profile

As a teacher, writer, editor, and speech teacher, I can help you learn the nuances of connotation and denotation, the selection of the right word, and the building of your vocabulary. Whether you are a native speaker or an international, growing your word bank and being able to use the right term or phrase or...See Suzie's full profile

I teach academic writing, which includes all aspects of paragraph and sentence structure, connecting words, punctuation, self-editing techniques and grammar. I also teach oral communication, vocabulary building, reading, pronunciation and accent reduction. I have taught people from all backgrounds and nations,...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'm Laura! I have a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, a Master's degree in Journalism, and a teaching certificate in TESL/TESOL/TEFL. I've been a published writer since I was 13 and have always loved the English language and its many idiosyncracies. What's most important in any class, though, is the teacher. A good...See Laura's full profile

Hi! I'm Julie, a recent alumna of Princeton University currently working on the Learning & Development team of a finance firm helping high-achieving professionals improve their writing and verbal communication skills. I've been tutoring college application preparation, writing, public speaking, and more for nearly five...See Julie's full profile

I received my PhD in Linguistics in 2019 from New York University. I have been the primary instructor for both undergraduate and graduate level classes at NYU for 7 years, and I was a TA for about 4 years before that. I really enjoy tutoring and pride myself on teaching students how to learn rather than just how to...See Allison's full profile

Hello! My name is Kelli. I am a creative ESL Instructor and book editor from California, recently based in NYC! I offer personalized English language tutoring for international professionals and adult students. My most recent private students are graduate students and international corporate employees in Manhattan....See Kelli's full profile

Hello! I am a graduate of New York University and a current graduate student with over four years of experience providing academic tutoring at the college level, as well as comprehensive support throughout the college admissions process. In my work with high school and college-level writers, including my experience as a...See Serena's full profile

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...See Alexandra's full profile

This year, I am working part-time as an English teacher for Spanish speakers once again. I like to gear my classes towards my student's needs. We learn English through essential scenarios and vocabulary that allow students to gain more comfort and confidence in their everyday conversations.See Asheetos's full profile

Singing is one of the most liberating and evocative methods of communication a person can experience. I have been teaching vocalization for the past forty years. I have a Masters in Music Education and a minor in English Studies. When tutoring vocals studies, I create engaging and comprehensive teaching lessons. The...See Ellen's full profile

Hi, I’m Anisa! I graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. I’ve completed internships in Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan and I’m currently working in finance. I have 5+ years of tutoring experience. I have spent my time at Brown working in various peer advising and tutoring...See Anisa's full profile

Harvard‑trained PhD and veteran test‑prep coach with 10+ years of guiding students to standout scores across English‑language and independent‑school entrance exams. My background in Comparative Literature and linguistics lets me demystify grammar, vocabulary, and reading‑comprehension traps, while my...See Serge's full profile

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...See Rangi's full profile

Learning vocabulary is important because it helps one learn the meaning of a word as much as how to spell it. This is very important in English, as words in the English language come from a wide variety of sources, including Latin, Germanic languages, Greek, and dozens of other sources. I can teach a wide...See Vincent's full profile

Hey, I'm Andrea! I graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Barnard College, Columbia University in 2008 and received and MS in Human Nutrition from Columbia University in 2011. In college, I was a laboratory teaching assistant for a semester of Child Development in the Psychology Department. This...See Andrea's full profile

I help students craft absolutely phenomenal and impactful essays that “wow” the admissions committee. I ensure that the message conveyed in the essay is clear, persuasive, and riveting, and that sentence structure, grammar, and vocabulary are impeccable. You can’t just present yourself as an excellent...See Dennis's full profile

Hi, I'm Christie! I graduated cum laude from New York University with a Bachelor's in Chemistry, and a minor in French. While in undergrad, I was premed and have taken all relevant pre-requisite courses for medical school. I am currently a Chemistry PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh and intend to begin my MD...See Christie's full profile

My motto is Labor Omnia Vincit (Latin for "Work Conquers All"). It mirrors my belief that any goal can be accomplished via guided effort. I am passionate about instilling the knowledge, skills, and confidence that people need to achieve their dreams. For over two decades, I have helped thousands surpass their goals,...See Brad's full profile

I am a linguist and have studied several languages. I majored in French, yet am American born and very strong in English Vocabulary due to my Greek and Latin studies and word origins and semantics. See Frederica's full profile

Perhaps the best way to master reading is to become a "reader." I ask students to read aloud. I then ask questions about what they read, to ensure comprehension, and I go over new vocabulary words. See Olya's full profile

I am Marg Papakostas-Patterson, a linguist and educator with more than 18 years of experience teaching Modern Greek, Ancient Greek, and Latin. I hold a degree in Linguistics from Athens, Greece, and a master’s degree focused on ADHD and inclusive education. After moving to the United States, I was awarded a full...See Margarita Ines's full profile