The Best Writing Tutors in Staten Island, NY

Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley.See Jonathan's full profile

The personal statement is my specialty. I coach students to write highly engaging and deeply personal application essays for college and medical school. The story is in you. As an experienced journalist and filmmaker, I know how to draw it out and help you tell it in an unforgettable way. See Alan's full profile

Fortran is a powerhouse in scientific and engineering computing, and I can help you get a strong grip on its fundamentals. Whether it's working with data types, control structures, or numerical algorithms, I’ll ensure you understand how to write clean and efficient Fortran code. I have hands-on experience...See Rodrigo's full profile

I serve on the admissions ambassador team for NYU Grossman School of Medicine. I have experience with interview prep (both traditional and MMI), essay writing, application planning/submission, and more! I have helped over 20 students achieve success during the medical school admissions process and am...See Ashish's full profile

I have also taught deductive writing to government executives, and am a researcher, analyst and editor with extensive experience in all sectors. As a result, I understand the kind of writing that is prized in the corporate setting (clear, concise, to the point), and in the government and academic as well....See Lisa's full profile

My experience with Literature students runs the gamut: whether it be as the Lead Teacher at a Sylvan Learning Center, as a writing consultant at a highly selective liberal arts college, as an after-school course designer and instructor, as a creative writing camp counselor, or as a private tutor, I've...See Jamie's full profile

In this capacity, I have tutored numerous people who needed strategies for writing impromptu essays that are well-organized, supported by evidence, and completed within time limits. I hold a Master's Degree in Creative Writing from the University of Denver, and am capable of helping you brainstorm,...See Meeraj's full profile

Additionally, I am the Head Softball Coach within my High School and Assistant Wrestling Coach, wherein both roles have enabled me to positively interact with students outside of the classroom. My areas of specialization for tutoring include Social Studies, Reading, Writing, SAT Test Prep, and AP US History, all...See Peter's full profile

I am a law school graduate and licensed attorney. I write legal briefs and memorandums everyday. Before going to law school I obtained a Master's degree, and I have been writing at the graduate level for many years. I help students make their essays become more concise, factually accurate, and organized. See Constance's full profile

I double-majored in History and Creative Writing at Columbia, and have been helping high school and college students with their term papers since 2008. The term papers have been about everything from the modern New York subway system to classical theater to Chinese history. See Avi's full profile

I have had the opportunity to train many young writers in English - both from a reading and writing perspective. This included use of correct grammar, appropriate selection of words and accurate spelling. Currently, I coach mid-level executives in the proper use of English, specifically effective business...See M.K.'s full profile

For getting started, a brainstorm activity can be very effective since for many, starting the writing can be a difficult part of the writing. If a student is at a more advanced level, I ask him/her to work on editing the writing first, before I give any feedback: I believe that taking a step...See Cheri's full profile

I hold dual certifications in special education and general education for all grades and am certified in the Wilson Reading Method. Whether you need support in reading, writing, math, or test prep for standardized exams, I provide personalized instruction to help students build confidence and succeed. Contact...See Caitlin's full profile

I love teaching English! I am a 99th percentile scorer on the SAT Reading & Writing sections. I also scored 5s on both the AP Language and AP Literature exams. I’m happy to help with both your reading and writing skills.See Tea's full profile

Before I began teaching in the public schools, I was required to write a critical analysis of an essay. I was asked to do so again when I took The National Teachers Exam. I exceeded the requirements on both occasions. I referred to the main idea at hand, made certain observations, used specific examples to...See Timothy's full profile

I have years of experience supporting students in developing their creative writing skills through storytelling, poetry, personal narratives, and reflective writing. I’ve worked with elementary through college-aged students, helping them organize ideas, find their voice, and refine their grammar and...See Alexa's full profile

I am a licensed English teacher and graduate of Oberlin College, with a major in English Literature. I have worked for many years in a tutoring capacity with high school students on college essays and on essays for other classes. In addition, I have worked with many college students to both organize and edit their...See Susan's full profile

I am qualified to tutor writing, because I have written many high quality essays throught high school and college! My strategy is creating a simple but efficient draft before writing the essay. This way, my ideas flow as I write the essay. Therefor, creating a high quality essay in less time! I can...See Michael's full profile

As a non-traditional student, I never felt that I clicked with traditional school subjects, but after discovering creative writing, I discovered a passion for storytelling that led me to studying English with a focus in creative writing at Harvard University. In university my short stories helped me gain...See Benjamin's full profile

...right answers are correct. This method serves my goal of enabling students to think rigorously, not just memorize formulas. When working with more open-ended writing tasks, I emphasize proper outlining, clear and effective grammar and punctuation, how to develop a strong argument, and how to avoid plot summary in favor of...See Dylan's full profile

I graduated from Appalachian State University with a BA in English, and Hunter College with an MFA in Creative Writing (Poetry). Currently I teach IB Film, IB Theory of Knowledge, and Honors English 10 at a high school in upper Manhattan. As an educator, my main job is to privilege revision and...See Eric's full profile

I'm an enthusiastic and supportive writing tutor. I pride myself on my ability to help those I tutor not only with their writing, but also their belief and excitement in their writing. I am a playwright and screenwriter who has extensive experience working with very young students as well as...See Maya's full profile

As a professional journalist, I've reported from 30 countries over the past 25 years - for a wide range of newspapers and magazines. Meanwhile, I've taught Journalism, Writing, Storytelling and Communications to several thousand students and professionals on four continents. I look forward to sharing...See Michael's full profile

I spent this time grading papers, organizing class assignments, and writing case modules for the course's new textbook. I tutored several college-aged students in both one-on-one and group settings regarding psychological theories of personality and essay writing methods, helping them raise their...See Christian's full profile

I have been tutoring since high school in various subjects, but my primary focus is in English and Math. I work with middle school to high school students in developing stronger writing skills, and in growing reading comprehension. I also assist in editing and proofreading essays. For math, I primarily work with...See Riley's full profile