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AP English Language Advanced Placement English Language and Composition (AP Lang) is a challenging, college-level class. AP Lang teaches grammar, rhetoric, and logic. In AP Lang, students are required to read speeches, letters, and...
AP English Language Advanced Placement English Language and Composition (AP Lang) is a challenging, college-level class. AP Lang teaches grammar, rhetoric, and logic. In AP Lang, students are required to read speeches, letters, and...

I hold a J.D. and a degree from Lehigh University, where rigorous analytical writing and command of the English language were foundational to my academic and professional training. I have taught English language skills to diverse...
I hold a J.D. and a degree from Lehigh University, where rigorous analytical writing and command of the English language were foundational to my academic and professional training. I have taught English language skills to diverse...
The best tutor I have ever met. English is my second language, and I want to write my thoughts, but I can't. I rewrote my thoughts over 10 times, but it still wasn't clear. Writing was even more stressful; it stressed me out more... - Kyunghee, 2 lessons with Amberlynn

I have tutored AP and SAT English and Writing, and I’m a former English teacher.
I have tutored AP and SAT English and Writing, and I’m a former English teacher.

Over 20 years as a Tutoring in a local writing Lab. Teach English Language Arts.
Over 20 years as a Tutoring in a local writing Lab. Teach English Language Arts.
Stephanie connected very well and easily with my teenage son! My son and I are super excited for the session! Such an amazing educator! - Soketao, 8 lessons with Stephanie

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a Master’s degree in Finance, which gives me a unique ability to support both strong writing and analytical thinking. My background in English allows me to help students with...
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a Master’s degree in Finance, which gives me a unique ability to support both strong writing and analytical thinking. My background in English allows me to help students with...
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

I have six years of experience supporting students with AP English Language, AP English Literature, literary analysis, rhetorical analysis, academic essays, college essays, and high-level college writing. As someone who earned a 5 on...
I have six years of experience supporting students with AP English Language, AP English Literature, literary analysis, rhetorical analysis, academic essays, college essays, and high-level college writing. As someone who earned a 5 on...
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

I have primarily taught on-level English courses, but I have taught honors classes as well. My students showed consistent growth in MAP tests. Most of my students who needed to retake their STAAR Test (Texas) passed their English 1...
I have primarily taught on-level English courses, but I have taught honors classes as well. My students showed consistent growth in MAP tests. Most of my students who needed to retake their STAAR Test (Texas) passed their English 1...

As a licensed, secondary English teacher of eight years, I’m excited to offer you the total package: grammar, literature, reading, writing, speaking, and listening. I can teach you all the skills including how to analyze any text and...
As a licensed, secondary English teacher of eight years, I’m excited to offer you the total package: grammar, literature, reading, writing, speaking, and listening. I can teach you all the skills including how to analyze any text and...
I have see a great improvement in my son’s grades. We greatly appreciate your support. Thanks for all your help:) - Urvi, 47 lessons with Jennifer

I hold a PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I specialized in the history of written language, literary studies, and classical and medieval Latin. I have taught English at every level–from...
I hold a PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I specialized in the history of written language, literary studies, and classical and medieval Latin. I have taught English at every level–from...
I need to expand my review to say how impressed my daughter was with Steven's step by step analysis and critique of her essay. She asked why all English professors could not be as great as Steven!! We will definitely ask him to tu... - Pamela, 6 lessons with Steven

...research skills. I also tutor and provide test preparation for AP English Language and Composition, as well as AP English Literature and Composition. I scored a 5 on both AP exams and now use that experience to teach close reading, rhetorical analysis...
...research skills. I also tutor and provide test preparation for AP English Language and Composition, as well as AP English Literature and Composition. I scored a 5 on both AP exams and now use that experience to teach close reading, rhetorical analysis...
Youmna is very bright and sweet, and extremely intelligent. Our daughter always learns something new in every session. She was falling behind in her AP Language course, and Youmna helped her to understand the concepts and catch up... - Alexandra , 57 lessons with Youmna

I took AP English Literature and AP English Language in high school, so have familiarity with both courses. I majored in English at Duke, and minored in Education.
I took AP English Literature and AP English Language in high school, so have familiarity with both courses. I majored in English at Duke, and minored in Education.
I reached out to Margaret to get additional support on my Pre-AP English class, so far she has been great in understanding my need and supporting me where I need the most help. She is an incredible person - very patient and suppor... - AG, 22 lessons with Margaret

With three decades of experience in higher education, I have helped students develop strong skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking. My background includes teaching writing and in the humanities and hands-on work supporting students at...
With three decades of experience in higher education, I have helped students develop strong skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking. My background includes teaching writing and in the humanities and hands-on work supporting students at...
We recently started working with David and are impressed at how quickly he was able to diagnose the problems my son was facing regarding his writing. Within the first session, David had our son thinking differently about how to ap... - Kelly, 2 lessons with David

I hold an MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and have over 20 years of experience teaching English to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. My expertise includes American English...
I hold an MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and have over 20 years of experience teaching English to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. My expertise includes American English...
Katherine is an excellent tutor! As a non-native speaker, I was struggling with pronunciation and conversation. During our first lesson, Katherine identified the areas where I was lacking and helped me improve my English skills ac... - Sanghoon, 12 lessons with Katherine

30 years of teaching English in public schools and tutoring privately have developed my tool box of strategies to teach students to use the English language well. I love to guide writers to use English to create masterful...
30 years of teaching English in public schools and tutoring privately have developed my tool box of strategies to teach students to use the English language well. I love to guide writers to use English to create masterful...
I had a great experience working with Deborah Lynn as a writing tutor. From the first session, she created a supportive, low-pressure environment and met me exactly where I was, which made it easy to ask questions and stay engaged... - Daryl, 11 lessons with Deborah Lynn

I give students careful and detailed feedback on their writing, and have worked with grade school, high school, and non-native speakers mastering the permutations of English.
I give students careful and detailed feedback on their writing, and have worked with grade school, high school, and non-native speakers mastering the permutations of English.

My English language skills have always been strong, and a Magna Cum Laude degree in linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania only corroborates that fact. I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of...
My English language skills have always been strong, and a Magna Cum Laude degree in linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania only corroborates that fact. I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of...

I am TEFL-certified through Bridge-Linguatec in Denver, Colorado. From 2003-2007, I worked as an ESL teacher at The Language Studio in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and in Terengganu, Malaysia at Pusat Bahasa Terengganu (Terengganu Language Center)....
I am TEFL-certified through Bridge-Linguatec in Denver, Colorado. From 2003-2007, I worked as an ESL teacher at The Language Studio in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and in Terengganu, Malaysia at Pusat Bahasa Terengganu (Terengganu Language Center)....
Adam helped my son with his English essay. Also, he helped him with his speech essay… Adam is nice and patient. I will definitely request him to schedule more sessions to help my son. - Nadia , 14 lessons with Adam

I hold a Master’s degree in English from UCLA and have over eight years of experience teaching English at both the high school and college levels. At a top-ranked Chicago prep school, I’ve taught AP English Language, AP...
I hold a Master’s degree in English from UCLA and have over eight years of experience teaching English at both the high school and college levels. At a top-ranked Chicago prep school, I’ve taught AP English Language, AP...
We began working with Aric when my son started struggling with the increased demands of high school Honors English, particularly with writing and literary analysis. Aric has been incredibly patient and supportive, and we have seen... - Julieta, 101 lessons with Aric

From 1984 to 1989, I was also assistant to the CFO of the Stanford Daily Publishing Co., at Stanford University. I earned my MA in English, summa cum laude, at CSUN in 1977 and my BA in English Honors, summa cum laude, CSUN 1975. I...
From 1984 to 1989, I was also assistant to the CFO of the Stanford Daily Publishing Co., at Stanford University. I earned my MA in English, summa cum laude, at CSUN in 1977 and my BA in English Honors, summa cum laude, CSUN 1975. I...
My rising junior daughter had her first ACT English lesson with Karen. She was very patient with her and reviewed the questions in the English section that my daughter was having problems with. Karen has a lot of experience with t... - Bageshri

I graduated from MSCS in fall of 2023 with a Certificate of Creative Writing. Then in 2025 I graduated summa cum laude from SMSU with my bachelor’s in English with a creative writing emphasis. At MSCS I tutored students in...
I graduated from MSCS in fall of 2023 with a Certificate of Creative Writing. Then in 2025 I graduated summa cum laude from SMSU with my bachelor’s in English with a creative writing emphasis. At MSCS I tutored students in...

I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating...
I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating...

I have been involved in Education and teaching and training in some capacity for over two decades. I have a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in English and Religion, a Master’s degree in Missiology, and a Master’s degree in...
I have been involved in Education and teaching and training in some capacity for over two decades. I have a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in English and Religion, a Master’s degree in Missiology, and a Master’s degree in...
Terry really helped me with writing and revising my essay for AP Language. He gave detailed explanations and many great ideas/ suggestions. I would definitely recommend this tutor! - Emmy, 2 lessons with Terry

Hello! My name is Carolyn. I have 28 years of experience teaching English and ESL. My skills will help you IMPROVE FAST! I teach all levels of English, and I design lessons for YOUR level and interests. I've worked with students...
Hello! My name is Carolyn. I have 28 years of experience teaching English and ESL. My skills will help you IMPROVE FAST! I teach all levels of English, and I design lessons for YOUR level and interests. I've worked with students...

I'm a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's in English Literature) and the University of Michigan (MPH). For 10+ years I have served as both a public health professional and an Admissions...
I'm a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's in English Literature) and the University of Michigan (MPH). For 10+ years I have served as both a public health professional and an Admissions...
Divya is patient, friendly, and really good at explaining things. She makes hard topics easy to understand and always checks that I get it before moving on. I feel much more confident thanks to her help. Highly recommend! - Nikolai, 47 lessons with Divya

I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I’ve worked with a wide range of students, including English language...
I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I’ve worked with a wide range of students, including English language...
I have been searching for years and I have arrived at last. What a wonderful tutor! Seeming Isabelle is in the world but not of it. She has been teaching English to my son, and the results are astonishing. Apparently, the light s... - SUNG, 29 lessons with Isabelle
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