The Best essay Tutors in Piedmont, Oakland, CA

...but not limited to Yale, Stanford, UChicago, Dartmouth, Pomona, etc. I’ve mentored more than 2 dozen students on college essay writing and how to ace the SATs, and have had mentees accepted to Cornell, NYU, Johns Hopkins, and Stanford. I got a ...See Simon's full profile

With my legal training and educational background, I have expertise in English, writing, editing, grammar, and reading. In addition to editing and writing essays/papers, I am also experienced in writing and editing resumes,...See Amy's full profile

I was a reader for Stanford University Admissions and understand what admissions officers look for in personal statements, supplemental essays, and activities lists. Need to find your authentic voice? Discover what makes you unique? I can...See Liz's full profile

If you are looking for a tutor that will make you a better writer, look no further. After a few sessions with me, you will learn how to write like a pro. You don't need to know a lot of fancy words to be good at English, even though some didacts...See Aaron's full profile

...expression. I’ve served as a college-level writing tutor and specialize in helping students craft compelling college application essays, refine academic papers, and build confidence in their voice. Whether your child needs creative, hands-on learning or...See Gina's full profile

Which words need to match, what rules to understand, knowing relationships are the basis for a strong Writing score. 2) For the essay, one must know construct an argument with strong evidence in a 25 minute period. We will learn how to...See Randy's full profile

... beginners and advanced English speakers - revise and edit presentations, business reports, research papers, admissions essays and coursework regularly. ...See Mona's full profile

Majored in English Literature at University of Pittsburgh and am currently writing a screenplay. Recently worked with college student to successfully complete his final college essays, in which he received an A.See GLENN's full profile

I specialize in college application essays, helping students showcase their unique experience & personality to even the most hardened admissions committee! I have experience with the common app personal statement prompts, as well as...See Charlotte's full profile

...confidence-building. I have worked with diverse learners, including students who need targeted support in written response, grammar, and essay development. I provide structured, supportive, and flexible online instruction aligned to California standards....See Etoria's full profile

...multiple peer-reviewed publications. I bring this academic background to my work as a tutor, writing coach, and college essay specialist. My approach integrates rigorous academic instruction with developmentally informed strategies that support motivation...See Kalpa's full profile

In particular, I excel at coaching for the Personal Insight Question (PIQ), a college essay form unique to the UC system, and have led workshops on how to understand and use this type of essay. My students have been accepted to all...See Ward's full profile

I work as a professional nonfiction writer and editor. I'm well versed in many common styles of essays and the expectations for different courses and college and graduate school applications. I can also help with other types of...See Anna's full profile

English as a course of study involves both grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as techniques for thinking about and responding to literature in essays and other forms. Appreciation of our language as reader and writer and speaker...See James's full profile

Have provided many students with personal statement and English essays. We look at prompts, instructions, and ensure assignment is clear but also to the students expectations. Students have received A’s on assignments and those applying...See Monica's full profile

...including UCSD and UIUC. Through my personal journey of handling everything from standardized test prep to crafting compelling essays, I've gained deep insights into what makes applications stand out to admissions officers. I now help high school students...See Altjin's full profile

I guide students through the process of creating powerful narrative essays for college and advanced degree applications. My approach focuses on creating authentic, standout essays that resonate with admissions committees. I have a...See Sara's full profile

I have extensive experience revising high-school and college-level essays as well as personal statements + applications for medical school admissions. I can help revise written material for structure, content, grammar, clarity and conciseness.See Anup's full profile

As we learned writing together, many of my students have expressed much greater confidence overall, and have happily earned improved scores with the SAT, ACT, and other high-stakes testing as well as success with college essays.See Stephen's full profile

I'm also a strong writer and can help edit and tutor you towards strengthening your writing - particularly in science writing, college/grad school admissions essays, and grants!See Nadya's full profile

Essays and papers are assigned in the world of education with little coaching on how to produce them. This can be overwhelming for anyone who struggles with writing. I have experience working with juniors and seniors with capstone projects,...See Evelina's full profile

I'm also a professional writer and editor who has published widely in national publications like CNN, Politico, NPR and the LA Times. I can help your student prepare their college application essays, including brainstorming and...See Rebecca's full profile

In addition to correcting any errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling, I will suggest precise revisions of any vague or awkward passages. I can also edit your application essay(s) for admission to college or graduate school. Let me...See John's full profile

I’ve tutored for students across a variety of high school subjects, ranging from Chemistry or Algebra 2 test prep to structuring their AP English Language Essays for a 5 on the AP Test. In high school, I tutored students with learning...See Aditya's full profile

20+ years tutoring and teaching English. Native, ESOL, essays, grammar, style, research, style, academic English, creative writing, communicationSee Guillaume's full profile