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College Writing + Literature Prof with a Decade of Tutoring Experience
Devin T.

208 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $180

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I've now been in the field for 20 years, tutor 15 APs, as well as college essays and the SAT/ACT. My students have gotten into nearly every selective university and usually report 4s and 5s on the exams and increases of roughly 100 points per section (or 3 points if we're talking ACT). At boutique tutoring companies and at USC, I've been a tutor, curriculum designer, trainer, and instructor. As a writing professor and curriculum designer, I know exactly what teachers and professors are...

I've now been in the field for 20 years, tutor 15 APs, as well as college essays and the SAT/ACT. My students have gotten into nearly every selective university and usually report 4s and 5s on the exams and increases of roughly 100 points per section (or 3 points if we're talking ACT). At boutique tutoring companies and at USC, I've been a tutor, curriculum designer, trainer, and instructor. As a writing professor and curriculum designer, I know exactly what teachers and professors are looking for, both in the classroom and in admissions. I’ve designed and taught college-level courses in writing and literature, and I bring that behind-the-scenes knowledge to every session. I also have friends in admissions and know what makes an essay stand out (or flop). I’m fun and relatable. I’ll help you nail that essay, crush your SAT score, or untangle Hamlet—but I’m not going to bore you. The more enjoyable learning is, the more you retain and the better you do.


Education

Tufts University
English and Classics
University of Southern California
PhD

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $180
  • Rate details: Posted rate applies to weekdays (non-holidays). Weekends and holidays have a surcharge. Late night sessions (e.g. 10 PM and on) are possible, but also entail a surcharge.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
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Classics

Classics

I double majored at Tufts and have a BA in English and Classical Studies, focusing on the history and literature of ancient Rome and Greece. Furthermore, during my masters and PhD, I actively engaged with Renaissance reception of Greek and Roman history and literature. I have tutored World Civilization courses, which include parts on ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt.
College Counseling

College Counseling

For over a decade, I have helped students with college apps, ranging from selecting schools, deciding on ED/EA, preparing for interviews, and - of course - writing essays. Students of mine have gotten into Harvard, UPenn, UCLA, USC, Tufts, Duke, Emory, and countless other schools. I have sample essays for students to consult with upon guarantee of first lesson and also have helped students apply to Med School, Law School, and various other grad programs.
English

English

I have taught Writing 140 (Introduction to Composition and Critical Reasoning), CORE 111 (Honors Intro to Comp paired with a survey course on Western Lit), and CORE 112 (Honors Advanced Composition and Thematic Literature course).
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

Taught for years at USC in their freshmen writing course. I hold a PhD in English and have tutored high school and college students in writing argumentative papers.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I've helped students with their essays - from college admissions to law school, med school, MSWs, and PhD programs - for over a decade. My students have gotten into Ivies, UCs, Duke, Stanford, and other elite schools and have received generous scholarships.
Reading

Reading

I have taught freshmen literature at USC and have tutored countless students in the past on reading. I have an MA in English and am pursuing my PhD in English.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I've tutored students in the SAT for over 20 years (so I've seen it go from 1600 to 2400 to 1600 to digital). I can help work with your student whether they struggle with algebra and geometry or keep getting stuck on PIN or PIA problems.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I've been a lead SAT instructor for multiple companies, helped design coursebooks, and trained future SAT boot camp tutors. Since then, I have tutored hundreds of students in the SAT.
Theater

Theater

My doctoral dissertation was on Early Modern Revenge tragedy, particularly works of Shakespeare, Marston, and Middleton. I’ve worked as a dramaturge for local productions in the past and - in general - have used close reading as a means of accessing character and studying texts.
United States History

United States History

I've tutored students in AP US History for over a decade, helping them gets 4s and 5s on exams and As in their classes. I've taught home schooled students AP US History and have also designed curriculum materials for tutoring companies.
Writing

Writing

I have taught at USC Writing 140 (Introduction to Composition and Critical Reasoning), CORE 111 (Honors Intro to Comp paired with a survey course on Western Lit), and CORE 112 (Honors Advanced Composition and Thematic Literature course). I have also helped students with class essays for over a decade.
ACT English
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
American History
Biology
Chemistry
European History
Geometry
Government & Politics
Grammar
GRE
Literature
Macroeconomics
Philosophy
Prealgebra
Proofreading
SAT Writing
Social Studies
Study Skills
Vocabulary
World History
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