The Best Writing Tutors in Portola Valley, CA

I have significant experience writing in a variety of contexts. During my time as a Yale undergraduate, I excelled in a number of writing courses, learning how to write both academically and creatively. I was even offered the position of a writing tutor at the school! I have also experienced...See Henry's full profile

Organization, flow, research papers. Add style to academic writing.See Sarah's full profile

I am pursuing a creative writing minor, and am also currently working on publishing an academic analysis of new media. I have assisted students of all levels with their writing assignments, including analytical essays, college essays, and creative assignments. See Julia's full profile

Writing and teaching writing are my passions. I received rigorous training in academic writing at the University of Oxford and have had my creative writing published. I have about 2 years of experience teaching middle school essay writing.See Joy's full profile

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...See Lucy's full profile

I have one year of tutoring experience focused on reading comprehension, essay writing, and writing fundamentals across a range of grade levels. I earned 5s on both the AP English Language and AP English Literature exams and have taken upper-division writing courses as part of my neurobiology degree...See Arshi's full profile

Davis, I have taught English grammar, reading and writing in classrooms, small groups and one-on-one settings to a wide variety of ages and abilities. My students have ranged from young, emergent readers, to ESL students, to special-needs students, to high-achieving high schoolers wanting to take their...See Dana's full profile

Hello, I'm Purvi! I have been teaching 1-on-1 for 13 years in elementary and middle school settings. I am very passionate about teaching and that has allowed me to achieve success in working with students in general education and with students who have special needs. I have experience teaching students diagnosed with...See Purvi's full profile

You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...See Leon's full profile

Need help with your day to day English conversational skills? Have you relocated to the U.S. and your spouse is struggling with the English language? Are you Are you studying for the TOEIC or TOEFL exams? If so, I can help. I am the son of immigrants, with a native Japanese wife. I have been coaching English from a...See Ken's full profile

I am passionate about teaching and enjoy helping students learn and succeed. I completed my Masters degree from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in Mechanical Engineering in 1975. I also have a Masters degree in Business Administration in 1990. I have teaching experience in Math (Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus,...See Panchapagesan's full profile

Over the years, I taught, lectured, and conducted seminars and workshops in many areas ranging from writing curriculum, training teachers in Hebrew language and literature, as well as teaching ESL and FL, computers skills, study skills and reading comprehension and writing I hold a BA in English and...See Edna's full profile

***Currently full for consistent/weekly clients - but open for special exam/final sessions or to fill in occasionally Hi, my name is Lindsey, I am a 26 year old postdoctoral scholar at Stanford University. I am from Youngstown, OH, and moved to the bay area last year. I have a PhD in biomedical engineering from Case...See Lindsey's full profile

I took many advanced English courses in high school, including AP English Language as well as AP English Literature. I have tutored fellow classmates as well as other students in essay writing and proofreading. See Jonah's full profile

As a tutor, grader, SI Leader, and mentor, I've learned how to explain difficult concepts clearly and adapt my teaching to each student's learning style. Before college, I completed AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics, and earned a 1550 SAT (780 Math, 770 Reading & Writing). I began...See Alexandra's full profile

Hi, I'm Jacqueline and I specialize in French tutoring for students of all ages. I have taught over 300 French students and work with all of them to create a program tailored to their individual goals and needs. I can help you with all aspects of French including grammar, conversation, vocabulary, and overall fluency....See Jacqueline's full profile

Bachelor of Science Honors in Biology & Psychology Master of Science in Applied Psychology Master of Public Health See Michaele Francesco's full profile

I have been engaged in serious academic writing for the past twenty years. I have published many articles in my field, and I love the art of expressing myself and communicating with others through writing. I am passionate about language and style, aware that the primary goal of writing is to be...See Joseph's full profile

Hello, I’m a dedicated tutor with a strong background in science and technology, holding a B.S. in Biology from UC Davis and an M.S. in Biotechnology from Stanford. I specialize in teaching science and mathematics, helping students build a deep understanding of complex concepts. Beyond academics, my love for...See Sean's full profile

Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I earned my Ph.D. and M.S....See Beatriz's full profile

Two years of experience as a college applications consultant with CollegeVine, IncSee John's full profile

I have been tutoring for over 25 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe learning can be fun. Math is a game. Science can take you to unimagined...See Solana's full profile

I also tutor in all the hard sciences incl Bio (Anatomy, Physio, Microbio), Physics (Mechanics, E&M, Astrophys, Particle, Quantum), Chemistry (Inorg, Org, Structural, Metabolic Biochem), and many others. I have experience in teaching English (Lit, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and proofreading) and Philosophy...See Mayank's full profile

My name is Dong and I have a BA and MA in Media Studies from Stanford University, as well as a MBA from UC Berkeley Haas Business School. I have 2 years of 1-on-1 tutoring experience in helping 12 high school students improve their SAT test scores by 100-200 points--and being admitted to the college of their dreams. I...See Dong's full profile

My fascination with English lies in precisely this challenge of interpretation, and I am passionate about helping others develop their critical thinking skills. My goal is to help students approach challenging texts, strengthen their writing, and express their own ideas. I have tutored students in reading and...See William's full profile