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I have nearly ten years of experience in teaching students to write argument-driven essays. First at USC, and now at a prestigious LA-area prep school, I work with students to break down the writing process into smaller, more manageable blocks.
I have nearly ten years of experience in teaching students to write argument-driven essays. First at USC, and now at a prestigious LA-area prep school, I work with students to break down the writing process into smaller, more manageable blocks.

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Reading Comprehension Strategies: Ability to make predictions, visualize, ask and answer questions, retell and summarize text to deepen understanding Writing: Strengthen basic writing skills in sentence structure, grammar, topic and thesis statements and essay structure. I have taught English Language Arts and...
Reading Comprehension Strategies: Ability to make predictions, visualize, ask and answer questions, retell and summarize text to deepen understanding Writing: Strengthen basic writing skills in sentence structure, grammar, topic and thesis statements and essay structure. I have taught English Language Arts and...
Ms. Latasha assessment was spot on for my son. Her years in education truly reflected in her ability to understand and identify what my son needs support around. She was wonderful in identifying his strengths as well as areas he ... - Marie, 14 lessons with Latasha

Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...
Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...
Youmna tutored my son for just one month before his SAT and his Reading & Writing jumped 80 points — from 660 to 740, moving him to the 97th percentile. Every content domain improved. She is always on time, detail-oriented, and co... - Ramnish, 44 lessons with Youmna

I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...
I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...
Simply stated, Silvana is fabulous! My daughter is a high school senior applying to selective colleges. We hired a private counselor to proof her essays but when my daughter got pneumonia, she missed all the deadlines for proofr... - Heather, 5 lessons with Silvana

Since 2016, I’ve guided students through every step of the college application process — from refining a school list and planning timelines to crafting standout essays and shaping a cohesive narrative. Before that, I taught academic...
Since 2016, I’ve guided students through every step of the college application process — from refining a school list and planning timelines to crafting standout essays and shaping a cohesive narrative. Before that, I taught academic...
I was accepted to Harvard, Stanford, Yale and MIT, and I cannot thank Ben enough for his help. His college consulting goes far beyond editing. He pushed me to think deeply about my experiences so my college essays actually reflect... - Maria, 11 lessons with Ben

...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...
...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...

With a minor in creative writing from North Carolina State University and a certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge, I help students uncover the heart of their story and craft compelling personal essays...
With a minor in creative writing from North Carolina State University and a certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge, I help students uncover the heart of their story and craft compelling personal essays...
Charlene was outstanding in our first session. She immediately connected with my daughter, listened carefully to her goals, and created a thoughtful plan to guide her over the next couple of months. Her feedback was insightful and... - Jacob, 12 lessons with Charlene

.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....
.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....
Aneel was a fantastic tutor! He assisted me with application essays for competitive international scholarships. He was extremely knowledgable. I would highly recommend Aneel to anybody who needs assistance with writing. He is fant... - Neha, 4 lessons with Aneel

I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...
I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...

I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...
I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...
He provided valuable feedback on how to trim my essay to meet the 650-word limit while preserving its core message. His insights and anecdotes about what has worked for others were particularly helpful. He’s an excellent tutor for... - Jenna

In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...
In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the college application essay writing process, take a breath. You’ve found Miss Mary! Whether it’s the common app essay or the supplemental essays you struggle with, whether you simply...
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the college application essay writing process, take a breath. You’ve found Miss Mary! Whether it’s the common app essay or the supplemental essays you struggle with, whether you simply...
My daughter had Mary for helping her in reading , vocabulary and writing . I noticed a tremendous amount of improvement in about 6 classes . She is good at making my daughter understand in her own pace and always encouraging and g... - Malatee, 101 lessons with Mary

On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...
On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...
Ben has been an amazing college essay help throughout my whole process so far. He is always there to respond to any messages I send, and he even has quick responses to any of my questions. His work ethic is one of the best I have ... - Rita, 48 lessons with Ben

My goal is not simply to improve one paper, but to help you become a better writer. I can help with: College and high school essays Academic and research papers Personal statements and application essays Thesis and research...
My goal is not simply to improve one paper, but to help you become a better writer. I can help with: College and high school essays Academic and research papers Personal statements and application essays Thesis and research...
David is truly the best admissions advisor I have worked with. He is incredibly knowledgeable and has a remarkable ability to see what makes a student’s story unique and compelling. His brilliant and insightful feedback has been i... - Willow, 19 lessons with David

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
Brian helped me further develop my idea for my college essay. Before I was lost and had no more than an idea, after just 30 minutes I left with new found inspiration and direction. I fully recommend Brian! - Krisztina , 2 lessons with Brian

I have developed proven frameworks for structuring legal arguments, writing persuasive essays, and mastering the IRAC method that have helped students excel in law school and on the bar exam. My experience as a bar mentor gives me unique...
I have developed proven frameworks for structuring legal arguments, writing persuasive essays, and mastering the IRAC method that have helped students excel in law school and on the bar exam. My experience as a bar mentor gives me unique...

With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school selection to final essay polish. My specialty is helping students...
With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school selection to final essay polish. My specialty is helping students...
We are so grateful we found Aric to help our son with his college essays! He worked efficiently and was great at helping our son identify the right themes to highlight his strengths while staying true to his own voice. With such l... - Ali, 3 lessons with Aric

I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of experience tutoring one-on-one in academic writing, business writing, reading comprehension, grammar, college essays, graduate school personal statements, resumes...
I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of experience tutoring one-on-one in academic writing, business writing, reading comprehension, grammar, college essays, graduate school personal statements, resumes...

I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...
I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...
Adam is extremely detail-oriented and provides excellent feedback on writing assignments. He has helped me improve my grammar, sentence structure, and word choice. I highly recommend him! - Lauren, 6 lessons with Adam

I am a kind, passionate, and caring teacher and I believe strongly in the power of the written word. I have a wealth of essay writing experience for various audiences. I earned my MA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal...
I am a kind, passionate, and caring teacher and I believe strongly in the power of the written word. I have a wealth of essay writing experience for various audiences. I earned my MA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal...
She’s everything you could ask for in a writing tutor! I was desperately searching for a writing tutor that could help me take my statement of purpose for graduate school to another level… she went above and beyond! She is heavily... - Claudia, 8 lessons with Liz

...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...
...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...
I came to Kenneth with a self-imposed three-day deadline to submit eleven college applications, and it's safe to say I was a bit more than a little stressed. Seeing this, Kenneth immediately sprang into action and completely turne... - Melissa, 3 lessons with Kenneth

I have over a decade of experience tutoring, coaching, and teaching writing and reading skills. I specialize in undergraduate, graduate, and medical school admissions essays, as well as coaching students in dissertation writing, fellowship...
I have over a decade of experience tutoring, coaching, and teaching writing and reading skills. I specialize in undergraduate, graduate, and medical school admissions essays, as well as coaching students in dissertation writing, fellowship...
Eliza was extremely helpful with my daughter’s college essay. She gave thoughtful, specific feedback and helped strengthen the essay while still keeping my daughter’s own voice and story intact. She was easy to work with, knowledg... - Josephine, 4 lessons with Eliza

...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...
...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...
Kelsey has been an incredible help to my daughter in preparing for her SAT verbal over the past month. She quickly identified the areas that needed focus and provided countless tips and strategies that are spot-on. She also makes ... - Ying, 8 lessons with Kelsey

I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...
I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

I've worked with students on applications to Stanford, MIT, Cornell, and many other universities, helping them develop personal statements and supplemental essays that highlight their unique experiences, personalities, and...
I've worked with students on applications to Stanford, MIT, Cornell, and many other universities, helping them develop personal statements and supplemental essays that highlight their unique experiences, personalities, and...
Derek is an excellent, patient tutor who really listens to the student’s needs and adapts the lessons accordingly. The sessions feel stress-free and comfortable while still being very productive and efficient. Highly recommended! - Dora, 4 lessons with Derek
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