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I have a master's degree in teaching, and over 10 years of experience improving literacy in the classroom. I work with learners to help them express what they want to say through their writing, focusing on making sure claims are backed up by clear evidence and thoughtful reasoning. I am extremely detail...
I have a master's degree in teaching, and over 10 years of experience improving literacy in the classroom. I work with learners to help them express what they want to say through their writing, focusing on making sure claims are backed up by clear evidence and thoughtful reasoning. I am extremely detail...

Near South Portland, ME
My tutoring journey began in high school, when I worked as a teacher’s aide in an elementary school classroom. I worked one-on-one with students on reading, writing, and math, and that experience taught me how powerful personalized support can be. Today, I bring that same approach to all my tutoring: I’m...
My tutoring journey began in high school, when I worked as a teacher’s aide in an elementary school classroom. I worked one-on-one with students on reading, writing, and math, and that experience taught me how powerful personalized support can be. Today, I bring that same approach to all my tutoring: I’m...

I believe that ALL students can improve their writing and learn to communicate with precision and clarity. When I tutor an individual in writing, I not only teach the basic components of writing such as syntax, spelling,...
I believe that ALL students can improve their writing and learn to communicate with precision and clarity. When I tutor an individual in writing, I not only teach the basic components of writing such as syntax, spelling,...
Colleen is helpful, patient and shares many resources. Our host daughter has improved in her writing and just the three lessons they have had together! Colleen is very patient and gets lots of helpful feedback. - Emlyn, 7 lessons with Colleen

Helping people succeed with all things writing and research. Experience in guiding writers for crafting your weekly writing assignment, tackling a term paper, working on a thesis or dissertation, preparing your work for journal...
Helping people succeed with all things writing and research. Experience in guiding writers for crafting your weekly writing assignment, tackling a term paper, working on a thesis or dissertation, preparing your work for journal...

My educational experience in philosophy enables me to offering excellent instruction in writing and composition. I received my B.A. in philosophy from Cornell University with a 4.0 GPA, and have experience assisting others with their own...
My educational experience in philosophy enables me to offering excellent instruction in writing and composition. I received my B.A. in philosophy from Cornell University with a 4.0 GPA, and have experience assisting others with their own...
Robert is a wonderful essay tutor who was able to helping me with essays about multiple different topics from literature to religion. He is very flexible and was able to center the tutoring session around my specific needs. He hel... - Melody, 11 lessons with Robert

I am a professionally trained writing tutor with more than 15 years of experience supporting students of all levels (undergraduate, graduate, doctoral) at an NJ university. I enjoy helping students of all majors convey their thoughts for a...
I am a professionally trained writing tutor with more than 15 years of experience supporting students of all levels (undergraduate, graduate, doctoral) at an NJ university. I enjoy helping students of all majors convey their thoughts for a...
After being out of school for more than 20 years, I needed help learning APA style as I returned to graduate school. Working with Kristine was incredibly helpful. She is knowledgeable, patient, and exceptionally well-versed in APA... - Albert, 2 lessons with Kristine

I honed my skills writing four published books and more than 200 articles in major newspapers and magazines including The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media. I taught magazine writing at universities...
I honed my skills writing four published books and more than 200 articles in major newspapers and magazines including The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media. I taught magazine writing at universities...
I started working with Amy in May after receiving fairly consistent negative feedback about my writing at work. In just a few short months, I have gone from writing bland and disengaging text, which often stressed out our editor, ... - Gary, 16 lessons with Amy

Creative writing has always been my passion. I hold a BA with Honors in Creative Writing from Hamilton College; I was my high school’s first poet laureate and have had multiple poems published in magazines. I would not have thought...
Creative writing has always been my passion. I hold a BA with Honors in Creative Writing from Hamilton College; I was my high school’s first poet laureate and have had multiple poems published in magazines. I would not have thought...
Dana came prepared and provided the exact tutoring needed. She has experience and the technique to make the session worthwhile. Will definitely use Dana as our regular tutor. - Ian, 4 lessons with Dana

I hold a master's degree in Adult Education with a concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) and have years of classroom teaching experience. I can assist students in refining their writing skills with attention to...
I hold a master's degree in Adult Education with a concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) and have years of classroom teaching experience. I can assist students in refining their writing skills with attention to...
If you are looking for a tutor who will exceed your expectations, Maggie is that person. Her vibrant outgoing personality makes tutoring sessions fun and engaging, while her incredible teaching skills, extensive experience, and t... - Zulfia, 54 lessons with Maggie

I graduated from Columbia with my MFA in Creative Writing in 2016. After graduating from Columbia, I worked as a staff writer at a digital magazine before beginning my career as a teacher.
I graduated from Columbia with my MFA in Creative Writing in 2016. After graduating from Columbia, I worked as a staff writer at a digital magazine before beginning my career as a teacher.
Dane put my 2nd grader at ease right away and got him writing more than he has in quite some time. After the session, my son said he is excited to meet with Dane every week. Yay! - Andrea, 13 lessons with Dane

I am a freelance writer specializing in content writing, editing, and proofreading. I have degrees in English, Russian, and Russian Literature with minors in French and History. I love to bring my expertise in language, reading, and...
I am a freelance writer specializing in content writing, editing, and proofreading. I have degrees in English, Russian, and Russian Literature with minors in French and History. I love to bring my expertise in language, reading, and...
Gigi assisted my high school-senior son with essay writing techniques. She was extremely helpful and had excellent teaching abilities. She was adaptable, and because of her pleasant personality, my son always looked forward to and... - Meghna, 11 lessons with GiGi

I've taught college writing and I've published in major journals.
I've taught college writing and I've published in major journals.
Adam is one of the best tutor's I've ever come across. He is extremely detail oriented and explains things in a way for you to easily understand them. He is patient and quick to pick up on what you're trying to convey to him. I wo... - Greg

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...
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...
Brandy could not have been a better English writing tutor for our 14 year old daughter. Brandy is highly skilled, energetic, patient and friendly. Our daughter has shown a high interest in creative writing, so we wanted to give he... - Robert, 35 lessons with Brandy

Have taught creative nonfiction and other genres over 25 years. Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley.
Have taught creative nonfiction and other genres over 25 years. Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley.
Jonathan is an incredible teacher and communicates with his students extremely well. He has helped my sons improve their essay writing and creative writing. Their writing has improved tremendously after they started working with J... - Shashi, 230 lessons with Jonathan

... the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference...
... the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference...
I took away tools for annotating first thing. Made great suggestion for future reads to inform my writing. Examined past writing and gave feedback. I will use P. again. - Elliot, 6 lessons with Phillip

My academic background enables me to support students at all levels with analytical writing, close reading, critical thinking, and admissions essays across disciplines. During my undergraduate studies, I published my senior thesis, further...
My academic background enables me to support students at all levels with analytical writing, close reading, critical thinking, and admissions essays across disciplines. During my undergraduate studies, I published my senior thesis, further...
First and foremost, I would like to thank Amanda for the hard work, dedication, and care she poured into helping me craft my essays. When we began our first session, I thought my essays only needed a quick read-through to be r... - Angela, 12 lessons with Amanda

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...
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...
Tim has been helping my son with his writing and reading comprehension for the past two years. He is knowledgeable, patient and flexible. He is also very responsive. He helped my son with his writing from brainstorming ideas, out... - Jane, 99 lessons with Tim

I have taught writing extensively for the last 20 years and have won awards in writing competitions. I have tutored for courses such as legal writing, English composition, and other writing intensive college and high...
I have taught writing extensively for the last 20 years and have won awards in writing competitions. I have tutored for courses such as legal writing, English composition, and other writing intensive college and high...
Hanees’s writing sessions with my son have been extremely helpful. He is not only knowledgeable and thoughtful in his guidance, but also very easy to communicate with. I’ve learned a lot myself just from our conversations. His sup... - Xiaonan, 3 lessons with Hanees

I am a former Preschool/PreK teacher and administrator, and I typically work with elementary students. I specialize in reading and writing intervention along with math. I also work with preschool students to prepare for...
I am a former Preschool/PreK teacher and administrator, and I typically work with elementary students. I specialize in reading and writing intervention along with math. I also work with preschool students to prepare for...
Ms Kelly is wonderful! She just started teaching our 1st grader math and reading/spelling. She is very patient and makes learning process fun! She keeps our son engaged and makes sure that he understands everything before they mov... - Justyna

I have ten years' experience in higher education and frequently line-edit/proofread graduate theses and dissertations. I am also experienced in shaping written work to word and space requirements from work in journalism.
I have ten years' experience in higher education and frequently line-edit/proofread graduate theses and dissertations. I am also experienced in shaping written work to word and space requirements from work in journalism.
I have started considering the idea of boarding school since the Fall of 2023. Applications required various materials such as current school grades, achievements, etc., but it also demanded an essay and your SSAT result. Patric... - Elan, 12 lessons with Patrick

I've taught writing at the college level since 2005, and tutored writing since 2008. I can help at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming a topic to proofreading and polishing a final draft.
I've taught writing at the college level since 2005, and tutored writing since 2008. I can help at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming a topic to proofreading and polishing a final draft.
Nathan is wonderful! He helped my son tremendously with his college application essays. From the Common App personal statement to the supplemental essays for the Ivies to the safety schools, Nathan provided expert guidance with br... - Kathryn , 10 lessons with Nathan

At Harvard I took various intensive Writing and English classes (a number of which required an application to get into), and I also have been tutoring writing to Elementary School, Middle School, and High School students for over...
At Harvard I took various intensive Writing and English classes (a number of which required an application to get into), and I also have been tutoring writing to Elementary School, Middle School, and High School students for over...
I came to Wyzant to look for essay help after struggling with writing my college essays. The first three tutors I used would do the same steps every lesson: they would rush through my essays quickly, providing basic grammar help,... - Rahul, 19 lessons with Razi

I am an experienced writing teacher. For the past 19 years, I have taught writing in a classroom setting as well as online. I have taught all levels of writing classes, focused on academic essay structures, outlining,...
I am an experienced writing teacher. For the past 19 years, I have taught writing in a classroom setting as well as online. I have taught all levels of writing classes, focused on academic essay structures, outlining,...
We had to do a last minute writing and grammar assignment for my 8th grader and she jumped in and helped for two days in a row. She was able to help my son complete his assignments. Thanks! - Roy, 2 lessons with Teresa

I have three years of experience teaching writing and composition at the college level. As a result, I know what writing and composition teachers are looking for in student papers and how to guide students in developing their...
I have three years of experience teaching writing and composition at the college level. As a result, I know what writing and composition teachers are looking for in student papers and how to guide students in developing their...
I cannot recommend Ashley highly enough! She is prompt, thorough, and incredibly reliable. When I needed her expertise the most, she was there, delivering exceptional work with impressive speed and precision. If I could give her t... - Althea, 5 lessons with Ashley

If you are not a native English-speaker but need to write school or work papers in English, my strong background in ESL and linguistics has given me the tools to help you. As a technical writing consultant, a community college...
If you are not a native English-speaker but need to write school or work papers in English, my strong background in ESL and linguistics has given me the tools to help you. As a technical writing consultant, a community college...
Kate not only taught me skills to help with the writing praxis test, she noticed my weaknesses and help me be aware of them. She was very present in the sessions and always sent practice material. I highly recommend Dr. Kate for ... - Kristena, 12 lessons with Kate
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