The Best Writing Tutors in Sherman Oaks, CA

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7 years. See Josh's full profile

I have a JD from UCLA School of Law and have honed my writing craft through 25 years in the legal field. I am also currently a part time Student Affairs Officer at UCLA School of Law where my job duties include editing the students' resumes, cover letters, and personal statements.See Ilene's full profile

I’ve taken the AP English exam in high school and as well took advanced English courses in college during my 4-year college career.See Zahne's full profile

Learning can be fun! I am a warm and compassionate, easy going and patient teacher. I understand your needs and feel that every moment together is worthwhile. I am dedicated and seek to inspire you to success. I have a varied teaching background with a broad scope of skills acquired through my diverse work experience...See Regina's full profile

I have also written four books of poetry, a novel, a semi-autobiography, and a self-help book on managing your finances. I also work with college and high-school students, focusing on writing techniques, improving grammatical and spelling skills, and critical thinking -- and have received excellent reviews from...See Dr. Eugene's full profile

Individualized tutoring for students from elementary to post graduate level (including standardized test preparation such as the CBEST, GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT, etc.).See Phoebe's full profile

I earned my BA in International Affairs and African Studies from George Washington University. One of the most meaningful parts of my work was mentoring staff and students eager to build careers in global health and medicine. I also love writing and storytelling and have crafted op-eds, blog pieces, podcasts,...See Jonathan's full profile

The ability to write effectively is fundamental to success for everyone from school to the professional world. I specialize in working with adults and teen learners to identify challenge areas and create personalized and targeted strategies for improvement. Most importantly, I strive to interest my students in the...See Brandy's full profile

As a published author of plays, chapbooks, and a viral online blog, I have a lot of experience writing in the professional sphere. After earning my BA in Communications from Northwestern University, I've begun tutoring college essays around the LA area.See Arianna's full profile

Most recently, she was a 2025 semifinalist at Austin Film Festival with her play, Billy to His Friends. As a screenwriter, she has certificates from UCLA's Professional Program in both Writing for Television and Producing. She won Austin Film Festival in 2022 with her Scripted Digital Series, Walk Into A Bar....See Cassandra's full profile

I love working with students, and I have a special passion for coaching teen writers (on college admission essays and creative/persuasive/expository projects) and helping readers unlock Shakespeare. I warmly and collaboratively guide students though the writing process, from brainstorming and crafting to...See Lyssa's full profile

I have experience writing, editing, and revising written work.See Linda's full profile

Hi! I'm Brooke; I have a Stanford BA and USC MFA and have been tutoring 1:1 and in group settings for 20+ years. I've coached several students to perfect SAT or ACT scores and scored perfectly on both exams as an adult. My college essay students have been admitted to Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and just...See Brooke's full profile

My background has heavily focused on mastery of the English language. I have experience teaching writing and rhetoric at UC-Irvine. Writing is my passion, both personally and as an educator. I have an MFA in writing poetry, as well as years of experience writing fiction. I cover and...See Sonya's full profile

I specialize in helping students with college applications, graduate school applications, academic writing, and creative work such as filmmaking, screenwriting, and acting. I’m a Columbia University graduate with a BA in English Literature, and I earned my MFA from USC in Film Production. I have over a...See Ariana's full profile

I have tutored elementary age to college level students on writing, structuring an essay, writing research reports, and creative storytelling. With a gift for finding a student's creative voice, I supply the necessary technical skills to make their writing more concise, clear, and error-free....See Pam's full profile

English, Grammar, Proofreading, Reading, and Vocabulary are all subjects that, when used correctly, can enhance writing. When I tutor writing skills, all of these issues come into play and serve as necessary steps in effective essay, creative, and formal/informal writing. In this age of texting...See Linda's full profile

Imperial College London MSc. Over 15 Years of professional Writing and Editing Experience.See John's full profile

UCLA Law Graduate. Practicing Attorney. Writing TutorSee Scott's full profile

I earned my B.A. in Literature and Creative Writing from UC Santa Barbara, with minors in Applied Psychology and Professional Writing. I’ve worked with dozens of students one-on-one and in small groups, both online and in person. I specialize in phonics, phonemic awareness, reading comprehension,...See Julia's full profile

What this really involved was spending hours with founders, teasing out their story, building out the narrative, and strategizing how to present it all in the way that most would appeal to investors and get them to write a large check. And I was terrific at it! Because of my storytelling expertise, I have been...See Lisa's full profile

As a published scientist, I have extensive experience reviewing and refining scientific, academic, and technical writing. I have authored and co-authored peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters and regularly review manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and other scientific materials for clarity, organization,...See Daniella's full profile

Holding two degrees, a BA and A.AS, I have had six years of formal journalism training and am a professional published writer with twenty years' experience. Through my academic and professional career I am skilled at tutoring students in the presentation of all levels of educational work from short essays to longer more...See Janet's full profile

I hold a PhD in English literature from UCLA, where I later served as a faculty member. I have years of experience in helping students brainstorm, craft, and edit essays for maximum clarity, argumentative power, and stylistic excellence. I am skilled at advising at a range of educational levels, from high school to...See Gabriel's full profile

Biography highlights: • Lived in Europe many years, working on miniseries (e.g., Ferrari, Italy, 2003, a top-watched show in Italian TV history) and for scholarly art history publishers. • Five years under contract to New Line Cinema, writing for the Executive Producer of "The Lord of the Rings." •...See William's full profile