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Alison L. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alison L.
100/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Experienced and Effective English Teacher

I have a BA with Honors in English Literature from UC Santa Cruz, as well as a CA teaching credential in English, and a Master's in Education. As a student, I never received anything less than an A- on an essay, throughout both high school and college. I have taught high school English, primarily 10th and... See Alison's full profile

4.9 (148)
100/hour
493 hours tutoring
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I have a BA with Honors in English Literature from UC Santa Cruz, as well as a CA teaching credential in English, and a Master's in Education. As a student, I never received anything less than an A- on an essay, throughout both high school and college. I have taught high school English, primarily 10th and...See Alison's full profile

Madina J. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Madina J.
100/hour

San Jose, CA

Patient, Outgoing and Experienced 10+ years Doctor M.D. and Tutor

I am now a physician with a M.D. degree. I have tutored medical students, nursing students, psychology students, premed students and can help with college admission and essays. I have hundreds of positive reviews from my previous tutees that I can share on request. I am hardworking and will adapt my teaching to... See Madina's full profile

5.0 (9)
100/hour
30 hours tutoring
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I am now a physician with a M.D. degree. I have tutored medical students, nursing students, psychology students, premed students and can help with college admission and essays. I have hundreds of positive reviews from my previous tutees that I can share on request. I am hardworking and will adapt my teaching to...See Madina's full profile

Jia Nan J. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jia Nan J.
50/hour

San Jose, CA

English language, literature, writing, SAT, and GRE Tutor

I have done proofreading for a professor's book. I have proofread many friends' graduate theses. I proofread essays from my tutees weekly and they show me the A's they earned on their assignments as a result. See Jia Nan's full profile

4.8 (124)
50/hour
712 hours tutoring
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I have done proofreading for a professor's book. I have proofread many friends' graduate theses. I proofread essays from my tutees weekly and they show me the A's they earned on their assignments as a result.See Jia Nan's full profile

Michael M. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael M.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Essay Writing Tutoring From Current Stanford Undergrad

However, it is an imperative component of the college preparation process. For essay writing, I will always offer insight into how to make any essay piece more cohesive, organized, and relevant; however, the content is completely up to you. Without writing your essay for you, I will help convey any... See Michael's full profile

5.0 (33)
50/hour
80 hours tutoring
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However, it is an imperative component of the college preparation process. For essay writing, I will always offer insight into how to make any essay piece more cohesive, organized, and relevant; however, the content is completely up to you. Without writing your essay for you, I will help convey any...See Michael's full profile

Linna D. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Linna D.
90/hour

San Jose, CA

MD Passionate about College Admissions

- Graduate degree in history from Harvard - Former essay editor hired by Yale University to review personal statements for graduate and medical school - Won multiple national writing contests in high school See Linna's full profile

5.0 (2)
90/hour
6 hours tutoring
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- Graduate degree in history from Harvard - Former essay editor hired by Yale University to review personal statements for graduate and medical school - Won multiple national writing contests in high schoolSee Linna's full profile

Lorel R. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lorel R.
60/hour

San Jose, CA

Patient Teacher Specializing in Reading and Writing

Earned a B.A in English from UCLA, where I wrote and edited over 100 essays! I’ve edited personal statements, college theses, dissertations, etc. During the day, I teach writing skills (grammar/spelling, paragraph development, essay organization) to my students. Before I became a teacher, I worked... See Lorel's full profile

5.0 (8)
60/hour
17 hours tutoring
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Earned a B.A in English from UCLA, where I wrote and edited over 100 essays! I’ve edited personal statements, college theses, dissertations, etc. During the day, I teach writing skills (grammar/spelling, paragraph development, essay organization) to my students. Before I became a teacher, I worked...See Lorel's full profile

Harmony S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Harmony S.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Engaging, UCLA-Educated Teacher with M.Ed

I received both my bachelors and masters from UCLA, and naturally, I was required to do a great deal of writing. When I teach students to write, I help them see the "patterns" one finds in an essay. Similar to a fractal, each paragraph of the essay is like a small version of the larger... See Harmony's full profile

4.9 (36)
50/hour
88 hours tutoring
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I received both my bachelors and masters from UCLA, and naturally, I was required to do a great deal of writing. When I teach students to write, I help them see the "patterns" one finds in an essay. Similar to a fractal, each paragraph of the essay is like a small version of the larger...See Harmony's full profile

Tara T. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tara T.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Professional Writer with 10+ Experience

I have been writing professionally for years in both academic and creative mediums. I have written and edited essays, short stories, poetry, blog posts, research, and even full manuscripts. As a result, I have a large body of work in various genres, making me qualified to teach all forms of English writing. See Tara's full profile

5.0 (3)
50/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response Time: 17 minutes
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I have been writing professionally for years in both academic and creative mediums. I have written and edited essays, short stories, poetry, blog posts, research, and even full manuscripts. As a result, I have a large body of work in various genres, making me qualified to teach all forms of English writing.See Tara's full profile

Rathin K. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rathin K.
60/hour

San Jose, CA

Accomplished College Counselor and Essay Editor

I have assisted several high school students in the college application process. I was accepted into a top 20 university (the University of Notre Dame) and I have helped other mentees get accepted into Ivy League Universities as well (MIT, Yale, Princeton). Most importantly, I've helped all my mentees find colleges that... See Rathin's full profile

5.0 (4)
60/hour
7 hours tutoring
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I have assisted several high school students in the college application process. I was accepted into a top 20 university (the University of Notre Dame) and I have helped other mentees get accepted into Ivy League Universities as well (MIT, Yale, Princeton). Most importantly, I've helped all my mentees find colleges that...See Rathin's full profile

Will L. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Will L.
85/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Harvard Graduate, College Consultant, and Former High School Teacher

I have worked extensively with high schoolers over the last 3 years to improve their writing. I have advised over 15+ students in how to craft the perfect college application, not only providing feedback on their essays, but also helping them to reflect on the experiences that have made them the person they are... See Will's full profile

5.0 (56)
85/hour
102 hours tutoring
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I have worked extensively with high schoolers over the last 3 years to improve their writing. I have advised over 15+ students in how to craft the perfect college application, not only providing feedback on their essays, but also helping them to reflect on the experiences that have made them the person they are...See Will's full profile

Katie S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katie S.
95/hour

Near San Jose, CA

B.A. in English Literature, with a concentration in Creative Writing

7+ years proofreading analytical, persuasive, academic, and creative writing over a wide range of topics. I find grammatical and spelling errors, as well as help restructure paragraphs and essays for clarity and strength. See Katie's full profile

5.0 (39)
95/hour
100 hours tutoring
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7+ years proofreading analytical, persuasive, academic, and creative writing over a wide range of topics. I find grammatical and spelling errors, as well as help restructure paragraphs and essays for clarity and strength.See Katie's full profile

Janet W. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Janet W.
75/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Mathematics English and Science Tutor

I have a California teaching credential in English and I am a published writer. I have been teaching and tutoring for years. I can help with essays, research papers, or whatever is needed. See Janet's full profile

4.8 (556)
75/hour
2,399 hours tutoring
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I have a California teaching credential in English and I am a published writer. I have been teaching and tutoring for years. I can help with essays, research papers, or whatever is needed.See Janet's full profile

John K. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John K.
125/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Admissions Consultant

I have over three years of experience as an essay specialist and education consultant in college admissions at two different companies, CollegeVine and H&C Education Consulting. I have worked with numerous clients in leadership development, capstone project formulation, school list creation, essay... See John's full profile

5.0 (225)
125/hour
749 hours tutoring
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I have over three years of experience as an essay specialist and education consultant in college admissions at two different companies, CollegeVine and H&C Education Consulting. I have worked with numerous clients in leadership development, capstone project formulation, school list creation, essay...See John's full profile

Jennifer K. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer K.
85/hour

Near San Jose, CA

College Counselor and AP Language and Literature teacher

As well as helping students create a timeline for their high school years, compile a list of extra curricular activities and achievements, choose the appropriate standardized tests,and explore college options, I provide ongoing assistance with the college essays, proofreading, editing and helping the student... See Jennifer's full profile

5.0 (13)
85/hour
18 hours tutoring
Response Time: 13 minutes
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As well as helping students create a timeline for their high school years, compile a list of extra curricular activities and achievements, choose the appropriate standardized tests,and explore college options, I provide ongoing assistance with the college essays, proofreading, editing and helping the student...See Jennifer's full profile

Mason O. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mason O.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

College Essay Consultant and Math/ACT/SAT Tutor - Stanford Student

I’m here to maximize your ability to succeed in college admissions by enhancing your essays to make them more unique and appealing to colleges. I’m willing to work with you on every detail, from brainstorming potential colleges to the last few words on your final activity. I have spent countless hours writing... See Mason's full profile

5.0 (21)
50/hour
33 hours tutoring
Response Time: 11 minutes
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I’m here to maximize your ability to succeed in college admissions by enhancing your essays to make them more unique and appealing to colleges. I’m willing to work with you on every detail, from brainstorming potential colleges to the last few words on your final activity. I have spent countless hours writing...See Mason's full profile

Chris D. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris D.
40/hour

San Jose, CA

Ivy League educated formal logic and philosophy tutor

I graduated Summa Cum Laude in May 2018 with a B.A. in philosophy, receiving departmental honors. I have long experience throughout my academic career of writing argumentative and philosophical essays. My expertise are with argument structure, content, and logic. I am currently taking a gap year before embarking... See Chris's full profile

5.0 (684)
40/hour
1,846 hours tutoring
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I graduated Summa Cum Laude in May 2018 with a B.A. in philosophy, receiving departmental honors. I have long experience throughout my academic career of writing argumentative and philosophical essays. My expertise are with argument structure, content, and logic. I am currently taking a gap year before embarking...See Chris's full profile

Vikram S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vikram S.
65/hour

Near San Jose, CA

College Essay Specialist and College Admissions Personal Assistant

Since 2018 I have assisted with all stages of the writing process to enable students to develop authentic voices and compelling story-telling. My experience ranges from Common App essays, UC Prompts, and supplemental questions for schools such as Yale, UIUC, U Chicago, UT-Austin, and other top schools. See Vikram's full profile

5.0 (76)
65/hour
301 hours tutoring
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Since 2018 I have assisted with all stages of the writing process to enable students to develop authentic voices and compelling story-telling. My experience ranges from Common App essays, UC Prompts, and supplemental questions for schools such as Yale, UIUC, U Chicago, UT-Austin, and other top schools.See Vikram's full profile

Alexandra V. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra V.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Professional College Prep Counselor

I help in writing college admissions essays for undergraduate and graduate school. Having gone through the undergraduate and graduate admissions process, I am familiar with what colleges are looking for in the personal statement and supplemental essays. I have been admitted to prestigious colleges such as... See Alexandra's full profile

5.0 (15)
50/hour
100 hours tutoring
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I help in writing college admissions essays for undergraduate and graduate school. Having gone through the undergraduate and graduate admissions process, I am familiar with what colleges are looking for in the personal statement and supplemental essays. I have been admitted to prestigious colleges such as...See Alexandra's full profile

Bridget K. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bridget K.
120/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Certified Teacher with 10+ Years of tutoring experience

I have helped a homeschool family in particular with Grammar. I went through an entire year of 8th grade Grammar to help a student work through the material. As part of this course, I helped with editing her essays. See Bridget's full profile

5.0 (1222)
120/hour
3,731 hours tutoring
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I have helped a homeschool family in particular with Grammar. I went through an entire year of 8th grade Grammar to help a student work through the material. As part of this course, I helped with editing her essays. See Bridget's full profile

Zahid R. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zahid R.
40/hour

San Jose, CA

Experienced college-level tutor

I have written many scientific essays for graduate-level courses, argumentative essays as a debate coach, college essays and Dental admission essays. On a university level, I have recieved an A for two English classes and an A- on a graduate-level scientific writing course. See Zahid's full profile

5.0 (3)
40/hour
8 hours tutoring
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I have written many scientific essays for graduate-level courses, argumentative essays as a debate coach, college essays and Dental admission essays. On a university level, I have recieved an A for two English classes and an A- on a graduate-level scientific writing course.See Zahid's full profile

Ms. D. S. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ms. D. S.
65/hour

San Jose, CA

Teacher Muse (grades 2-9); math, writing, ELA, core, and more...

Creatively incorporated into a multi-discipline program also involved participation in the development of standards across the curriculum. My English authorization includes reading/vocabulary development & paragraph/essay writing. Then with my math authorization as a middle school teacher, I found... See Ms. D.'s full profile

4.8 (87)
65/hour
542 hours tutoring
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Creatively incorporated into a multi-discipline program also involved participation in the development of standards across the curriculum. My English authorization includes reading/vocabulary development & paragraph/essay writing. Then with my math authorization as a middle school teacher, I found...See Ms. D.'s full profile

Julia G. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julia G.
120/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Stanford Math, Writing/Reading, & College Prep Tutor

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

5.0 (19)
120/hour
100 hours tutoring
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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

Devyani G. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Devyani G.
60/hour

San Jose, CA

Highly experienced and goal-oriented French and English tutor

I have taught students from school, college and university as well as professionals and corporate in both English and French. I help master skills in Critical Reading, Writing, Phonics, Vocabulary, Grammar, Essay writing, Spellings, and High school curriculum including High School French 1, French 2, French 3,... See Devyani's full profile

5.0 (384)
60/hour
1,001 hours tutoring
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I have taught students from school, college and university as well as professionals and corporate in both English and French. I help master skills in Critical Reading, Writing, Phonics, Vocabulary, Grammar, Essay writing, Spellings, and High school curriculum including High School French 1, French 2, French 3,...See Devyani's full profile

Arielle S. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arielle S.
25/hour

San Jose, CA

Associates Degree in English Writing

Finding the right words is imperative to writing a good essay. I'm well versed in college-level vocabulary and my degree is focused around English writing. I have 5 years of experience in writing and vocabulary and can easily help you determine the right words to make your essay shine. See Arielle's full profile

4.7 (28)
25/hour
206 hours tutoring
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Finding the right words is imperative to writing a good essay. I'm well versed in college-level vocabulary and my degree is focused around English writing. I have 5 years of experience in writing and vocabulary and can easily help you determine the right words to make your essay shine.See Arielle's full profile

Brendan B. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brendan B.
65/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Prior Teacher with Thesis Honors

When I wrote my thesis in college I received Thesis Honors as well as the David Gain's Award for Independent Research. I can help with Grammar, Spelling, Proofreading, Composition, Clarity, Structure, and Essays. I taught 5th Grade which included teaching Writing. I have been in Education for over 10 years... See Brendan's full profile

5.0 (2)
65/hour
32 hours tutoring
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When I wrote my thesis in college I received Thesis Honors as well as the David Gain's Award for Independent Research. I can help with Grammar, Spelling, Proofreading, Composition, Clarity, Structure, and Essays. I taught 5th Grade which included teaching Writing. I have been in Education for over 10 years...See Brendan's full profile

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I realized that without Olya's support, my essay would be in bottom 5 % of med. school essays list. I decided to start over ;-( In real time, Olya and I were discussing and critically thinking over the main theme and ideas of my paper, so my essay was growing faster than I could imagine. My essay obtained the 1st person narrative form and initial stage of LIFE! My friends, my essay needs more life, so I will keep you updated soon.
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He addressed all of my worries. Mr Kevin is an incredibly knowledgeable and efficient tutor - he helped me transform my blunt, and disorganized essay into one that successfully describes the student in the best way possible! In a way, that I myself, ironically, couldn’t have. Not only did he give me substantial feedback on my essay, but he told me where to improve, and helped me refine the structure of my essay, making it flow much better than it use to.
Vanessa F.

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However, he refused to give me any ideas or discuss the essay together. He said to me that he would only read and edit the essay after I finish. He keeps saying that this is ILLEGAL and UNETHICAL! But I told him that my school writing center tutors also do the same thing. But because of their schedule didn't work out for me, I'd rather look for a private tutor. He just told me that he would only do edit/correct grammar on my essay. That's fine.
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