The Best Writing Tutors in San Leandro, CA

My background is in Marketing and Public Relations. After many years I wanted a change. I decided to go to Costa Rica for my TEFL Certification to learn to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). I’ve been teaching now for 10 years. I specialize in Speaking by building confidence in all areas of learning...See Jessica's full profile

Acquiring effective writing skills is a something that can be learned by paying attention to basic skills and organizing a composition according to the structure of the conventional essay. Vocabulary acquisition is also a prerequisite as is reading, students need to read to acquire ideas and they must have a...See Tim's full profile

Through feedback protocols and power-affirming questions, I get the student to think about their choices as a writer and the effects they may have on their intended reader. While my feedback is precise and clear, it is not designed to get them to change or correct their writing. Instead, I want the writer to see...See Ward's full profile

I have 3+ years of experience as a writing coach at private college admissions companies. I've helped multiple students with their college personal statements and supplemental essays. Many of these students have been accepted to T20 Universities.See Charlotte's full profile

I’m based in Oakland, CA. With 22+ years in education, I help students move from knowing the “what” to understanding the “how” and “why.” There’s no magic — just structured thinking, intentional practice (with a sprinkle or two of whimsy), and partnership. Be ready to exert extra mental effort. I...See Kenisha's full profile

¡Hola a todos! Ciao a tutti! My love for languages influenced me to study Linguistics and Italian during my time at San Francisco State University. I was fortunate to be able to study abroad in Italy for a year at a full-immersion university. This opportunity enabled me to gain fluency in the Italian language and...See Elisabeth's full profile

I’m an experienced science/math teacher and tutor, U.C. Berkeley grad, as well as a former molecular biologist. Currently I’m working as a full time middle and high school science/math teacher for charter schools in the east bay. I’m also working as a private tutor to help students pass their CBEST/CSET exams,...See Barry's full profile

...intelligence. I worked directly with students 1-1 in my own office hours, and also in larger lecture settings of 20-30 students. I have also tutored reading and writing composition to high school and college students while I was in college. I want to benefit the students I work with as much as possible, and welcome any resources...See Thomas's full profile

Whether you are in school or out of school, and whether you are a native or non-native speaker, I can teach you to write clearly and confidently. I taught freshman composition for 9 years, first at the University of Michigan and then at Union College. Contact me today to schedule a free consultation. I look...See John's full profile

I have 14 years of experience teaching essay writing across elementary, middle, and high school, including AP English Language and Composition. My training in analytic philosophy at UCLA, while earning my B.A. degree, gives me a strong foundation in argument structure, clarity, and persuasive writing. I...See Jason's full profile

I approach tutoring with patience, helping students to not only comprehend material, but also deepen their own thinking, develop truly original ideas, and express themselves clearly. As a writing coach, I help writers tailor the impact of their writing on others. My skill is extensive, ranging from...See Guillaume's full profile

I have taught English writing and reading comprehension and composition for over ten years. I have taught English literature, creative writing, argument, and research at the University level for over six years. I have a Master of Fine Arts in Poetry writing as well as a PhD in English, with...See Nima's full profile

I have helped multiple students with college applications and my students have received admission to Cornell, Georgetown, Columbia and other top universities across the country. Along with essay writing and test prep, I can teach chess, math or tutor any subject for elementary and middle school students. I...See Sarina's full profile

I've worked part-time as a proofreader and editor for seven years, working both online and with students in person. I help with subjects such as grammar, word choice, content, and information flow, and can tailor sessions specifically to the student's assignment. Whether it be hands-on and in person or simply making...See Jenna's full profile

Hello, my name is Sade, and I am a UC Berkeley graduate, Class of 2024. I am passionate about providing writing and college application support, particularly for those who may not have access to extensive academic resources. Coming from a humble background myself, I understand the challenges of navigating...See Sade's full profile

I am a recent college graduate from Stanford University, where I double majored in Economics and Film & Media Studies. And for the past four years I have also worked as a professional tutor or teacher's assistant for a variety of companies and organizations, including Stanford University. During this time, I have...See Raymond's full profile

I am qualified to tutor students to pass the CBEST because I passed the test in one session, have successfully tutored several potential teacher candidates in the test, am aware of the correlation between a students SAT score and the areas of the CBEST that might be a challenge.See Lanette's full profile

I have greatly enjoyed working with first graders through high schoolers and been impressed by how disciplined, hard-working, and curious they are. I have worked with students to improve their reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, pronunciation, and writing abilities. Although...See Michael's full profile

I have 15+ years of professional experience as marketing manager/research analyst for Silicon Valley Internet companies, where I wrote business documents and created Powerpoint presentations. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring 20+ high school and college students on their academic essay writing and...See Dong's full profile

I have twelve years of experience teaching programming, test prep, statistics, finance, and business courses. I have authored five textbooks on Python Statistics, Python Machine Learning, Python Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, and Software Development. I tutored an undergraduate Business Statistics course for...See Bernard's full profile

I wrote a 100 page thesis. I tutored in the subject of Writing for 10 years. I was an Editor for 2.5 years. I am currently writing a manual.See Chameeta's full profile

I am an experienced tutor with a PhD from UC Berkeley and a wide array of teaching and tutoring experience. 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...See Rebecca's full profile

Tutoring is an act of observation. It succeeds where normal instruction fails because it is geared toward a student's particular strengths. My best experiences as a tutor have been with the students who needed me most, learning how they needed to learn. I have been a tutor in one setting or another since childhood....See Francesca's full profile

I have extensive experience supporting students in creative writing, including narrative development, character building, and refining voice and style across a range of genres. I have worked with learners at the middle school, high school, and university level, helping them move from initial ideas to fully...See Mary's full profile

More recently, I taught chess at OUSD and HUSD while currently running the after-school chess program for Escuela Bilingüe Internacional in Emeryville. I also have experience teaching English literature, including international stints as an ESL teacher. Aside from teaching, I held a variety of writing and...See Glenn's full profile