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With public speaking experience in academic and professional settings, as well as by land and by sea, I would love to combine my knowledge of theatre diction and presentation with lived experience to help you make your speaking engagement as best as possible. Having worked with middle and high school students in...
With public speaking experience in academic and professional settings, as well as by land and by sea, I would love to combine my knowledge of theatre diction and presentation with lived experience to help you make your speaking engagement as best as possible. Having worked with middle and high school students in...

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I can help with: literature comprehension, gathering evidence, organizing ideas, creating a rough daft, editing, grammar, sentence structure, citations, seamless quotation imbedding, style, diction, tone, and flow. And when all these basics are mastered, I can also assist with the process of discovering one's...
I can help with: literature comprehension, gathering evidence, organizing ideas, creating a rough daft, editing, grammar, sentence structure, citations, seamless quotation imbedding, style, diction, tone, and flow. And when all these basics are mastered, I can also assist with the process of discovering one's...
I tried three other tutors before finding Nancy and I learned more from Nancy in one month than I did over the past year with other tutors. I am so thankful to have her and not only is she an amazing teacher but unbelievable perso... - Rebecca, 8 lessons with Nancy

As the instructor of several college classes (both at Brown University and Oberlin College), I helped many students to improve their grammar, diction, organization, and other aspects of writing.
As the instructor of several college classes (both at Brown University and Oberlin College), I helped many students to improve their grammar, diction, organization, and other aspects of writing.
Harry is truly an exceptional and talented philosophy tutor! His knowledge of philosophy is very impressive; he is familiar not only with major and historically significant philosophers but also with relatively niche contemporary ... - Sunhee, 20 lessons with Harry

At UK, I designed my own major - Voice and Speech for Theatre. While there, I served as a speech, diction, and dialect coach on several productions. Since then, I've conducted seminars as well as private coaching sessions on delivery...
At UK, I designed my own major - Voice and Speech for Theatre. While there, I served as a speech, diction, and dialect coach on several productions. Since then, I've conducted seminars as well as private coaching sessions on delivery...

In addition, I taught writing skills to students preparing for the SAT and ACT for the past seven years, so my understanding of grammar, mechanics, usage, diction, and essay organization are excellent. I have also helped many students with...
In addition, I taught writing skills to students preparing for the SAT and ACT for the past seven years, so my understanding of grammar, mechanics, usage, diction, and essay organization are excellent. I have also helped many students with...
My daughter worked with James for about a month prior to taking the ACT. He helped her prioritize the areas where she could make the most impact with her scores. She scored a 34 overall and a perfect 35 on math. James also help... - Amy, 6 lessons with James

I first started teaching lyric diction over 10 years ago. I have given seminars and written IPA transcriptions for choirs singing in: Ecclesiastical Latin, Middle English, French, Czech, and Slovak. I have given private lyric...
I first started teaching lyric diction over 10 years ago. I have given seminars and written IPA transcriptions for choirs singing in: Ecclesiastical Latin, Middle English, French, Czech, and Slovak. I have given private lyric...
Miguel pinpointed the nuances of my accent from the very first session and developed a training program that was both systematic and rigorous. Miguel possesses a rare gift in phonetics that seems almost supernatural. Through a web... - Hui, 25 lessons with Miguel

One of the foundations of English Language Arts is speaking, and I've taken classes, in how to make yourself understood clearly, coherently, and easily. I've taught many students diction, voice, and how to communicate ideas with...
One of the foundations of English Language Arts is speaking, and I've taken classes, in how to make yourself understood clearly, coherently, and easily. I've taught many students diction, voice, and how to communicate ideas with...
I just asked my 16 yr old how her first session went and she told me that Michael was "the best English tutor that I've ever had." - Pam, 38 lessons with Michael

If you're a business professional or student who needs help building confidence when speaking in public, contact me. I can also help you with accent reduction and interpersonal communication skills. I'm from New York City and have a clear and...
If you're a business professional or student who needs help building confidence when speaking in public, contact me. I can also help you with accent reduction and interpersonal communication skills. I'm from New York City and have a clear and...
I asked Andrea to edit my graduate school essays for MS Data Science/Analytics programs, and she exceeded my expectations. From the beginning, Andrea was really helpful in outlining and setting clear expectations for her services.... - Shreyaa, 2 lessons with Andrea

I have given more than 100 speeches in various settings for audiences large and small, completed Toastmasters training, and taken Voice and Diction as well as Speechmaking classes in college, both with the top marks in the class. I have...
I have given more than 100 speeches in various settings for audiences large and small, completed Toastmasters training, and taken Voice and Diction as well as Speechmaking classes in college, both with the top marks in the class. I have...
Words cannot describe the overall experience I have had with Rebecca thus far. I am a senior nursing student approaching my last semester and I am confident in saying that Rebecca has changed my nursing school experience. To start... - Madison, 30 lessons with Rebecca

Finally, I teach them to recognize common rhetorical strategies that writers use so that they can recognize the significant nuances in tone and diction that the test questions often target.
Finally, I teach them to recognize common rhetorical strategies that writers use so that they can recognize the significant nuances in tone and diction that the test questions often target.
Ms. B is a master at literature and linguistics, and she knows precisely what strategies to teach in order to make taking tests far easier. Furthermore, unlike many other tutors, she is able to make sessions fun and something to l... - Michael, 6 lessons with Elizabeth

...communication. We'll practice at your level and work on the areas that matter most to you, including posture and poise, voice, diction, pacing, eye contact, confidence, managing nervousness, and using visual aids such as PowerPoint or Keynote. Whether you...
...communication. We'll practice at your level and work on the areas that matter most to you, including posture and poise, voice, diction, pacing, eye contact, confidence, managing nervousness, and using visual aids such as PowerPoint or Keynote. Whether you...
I came to Shara for tutoring when I was truly struggling in nursing school. I found it so hard to understand and retain everything before exams, and I felt overwhelmed. But Shara changed that for me. She was patient, encouraging, ... - Jessica, 22 lessons with Shara

Having spent twenty years with little more than words and some ingenuity to influence judges and juries that my cause was correct, I have come to appreciate the punch of the English language and the importance of word choice and diction....
Having spent twenty years with little more than words and some ingenuity to influence judges and juries that my cause was correct, I have come to appreciate the punch of the English language and the importance of word choice and diction....
I was very pleased with my session with Mary. She made Lexis tolerable for a student of Westlaw and I finally found my homework to be on that next level I have been trying to achieve. - Lisa, 9 lessons with Mary

I write for various stakeholder audiences at the technical, business, and personal levels. My proofreading techniques include grammar, spelling, vocabulary, diction, context, citations, and more. I'm very good at discerning various...
I write for various stakeholder audiences at the technical, business, and personal levels. My proofreading techniques include grammar, spelling, vocabulary, diction, context, citations, and more. I'm very good at discerning various...

I have performed in front of hundreds of people and I am very comfortable teaching Public Speaking. I can help you with diction (how to pronounce), for example if you have an accent I will teach you how to pronounce so you can be easily...
I have performed in front of hundreds of people and I am very comfortable teaching Public Speaking. I can help you with diction (how to pronounce), for example if you have an accent I will teach you how to pronounce so you can be easily...
Ms. Tara is a wonderful tutor she's patient smart intelligent and knows how to get your child's attention. Miss Tara is tutoring my son for math and science. Ms. Tara brings joy to learning. Usually my son does not like doing home... - Lusine, 7 lessons with Ms. Tara

ESL/ELL AP/ACT/SAT STUDENTS It's imperative that the student understands phonics as well as the parts of speech, i.e., syntax, tone, diction, use of nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions,...
ESL/ELL AP/ACT/SAT STUDENTS It's imperative that the student understands phonics as well as the parts of speech, i.e., syntax, tone, diction, use of nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions,...
Thomas is by far the most knowledgeable and outstanding English teacher my son has ever had. Thomas’ expertise in English literature is truly remarkable, and his teaching is both clear and effective. When my son faced challenges w... - Willow, 4 lessons with Thomas

...syntax, and formatting. As a published poet and experienced writing instructor, I also offer guidance on rhythm, tone, and diction, helping writers elevate their style without losing their voice. Whether preparing work for publication, academic submission...
...syntax, and formatting. As a published poet and experienced writing instructor, I also offer guidance on rhythm, tone, and diction, helping writers elevate their style without losing their voice. Whether preparing work for publication, academic submission...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

Using proven strategies, I can help you learn the language in a fun and relaxed way. If you need help with Reading, I can help you improve your vocabulary, diction, and comprehension while increasing your reading speed. If you need help...
Using proven strategies, I can help you learn the language in a fun and relaxed way. If you need help with Reading, I can help you improve your vocabulary, diction, and comprehension while increasing your reading speed. If you need help...

She tried to poetically match the verbal content of the line reference and the answer choices, rather than noticing that two of the answer choices included slang diction. I pointed out to her that the question tested the understanding of a...
She tried to poetically match the verbal content of the line reference and the answer choices, rather than noticing that two of the answer choices included slang diction. I pointed out to her that the question tested the understanding of a...
My son had a fabulous session with Laura. We chose in person, but she does offer online. She's very knowledgeable, patient, kind and a clear/concise communicator. No minutes were wasted and my son and I both saw the value of the s... - Lisa, 2 lessons with Laura

I went on to receive a perfect score on the writing portion of the SAT and major in a highly writing-intensive field (philosophy) in college. I have a keen eye when it comes to grammar, phrasing, diction, and flow and have been referred to...
I went on to receive a perfect score on the writing portion of the SAT and major in a highly writing-intensive field (philosophy) in college. I have a keen eye when it comes to grammar, phrasing, diction, and flow and have been referred to...

Through private tutoring over the past 12 years, I have become skilled at helping students prepare for proficiency test essays, correct grammar and diction mistakes, and overcome fears of brainstorming. I enjoy helping students learn and...
Through private tutoring over the past 12 years, I have become skilled at helping students prepare for proficiency test essays, correct grammar and diction mistakes, and overcome fears of brainstorming. I enjoy helping students learn and...
Janelle is wonderful! She's patient and really care about your future. She's knowledgable and have a lot of ideas. Even though you don't have related background, she will help you to figure it out. Highly recommend! - Ting , 2 lessons with Janelle

Grammar skills and extensive diction development lead to proper usage of vocabulary. The extent of vocabulary is directly associated to reading skills and the experience of reading. As a professional writer, I have been asked to aid...
Grammar skills and extensive diction development lead to proper usage of vocabulary. The extent of vocabulary is directly associated to reading skills and the experience of reading. As a professional writer, I have been asked to aid...
I hired Troy to help my son excel in his writing for high school Honors English class. After just a few lessons, I have seen a noticeable improvement in my son's writing. Also, Troy is very patient and understands the material wel... - Nelum, 131 lessons with Troy

...field of writing instruction. My focus on crafting compelling thesis statements, seamless transitions, and tone-setting diction equips students with the skills necessary to elevate their writing. I excel at quickly identifying and making impactful...
...field of writing instruction. My focus on crafting compelling thesis statements, seamless transitions, and tone-setting diction equips students with the skills necessary to elevate their writing. I excel at quickly identifying and making impactful...
Michael taught me quite a few strategies to help me with the reading and writing section of the SAT. It was especially helpful since I had spent sometime self-studying and running into problems, but Michael easily explained them i... - Anya, 4 lessons with Michael

For more than five years I have been helping students improve their scores on the ACT English section, including punctuation, grammar, style, clarity, diction, and conciseness. I've had excellent results working with students on ALL...
For more than five years I have been helping students improve their scores on the ACT English section, including punctuation, grammar, style, clarity, diction, and conciseness. I've had excellent results working with students on ALL...
We have nothing but positive things to say about Paul H! In just a couple weeks he brought my daughters Geometry grade from a D- to a B-. He was very patient, tailored to her learning style and broke everything down so she could u... - Stephanie, 6 lessons with Paul

I can help you with subject-verb agreement, singular/plural, possessive nouns/pronouns, word choice, diction, and so much more.
I can help you with subject-verb agreement, singular/plural, possessive nouns/pronouns, word choice, diction, and so much more.
My son and I are so grateful to have had Jon A. as a tutor to help my son prepare for the CHSPE exam for high school. Jon was extremely nice, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him to anyone! Thank you Jo... - Jill, 6 lessons with Jon

I highly suggest purchasing an English/Spanish dictionary (or the student's first language and Spanish) and a nice big 501 Spanish Verbs, which has explanations of Spanish diction, rules and conjugations of many of the most common...
I highly suggest purchasing an English/Spanish dictionary (or the student's first language and Spanish) and a nice big 501 Spanish Verbs, which has explanations of Spanish diction, rules and conjugations of many of the most common...
Sally was great to work with, she is reasonable and down to earth. I was stuck writing my thesis for grad schools and she really help me focus and completed all of the editing to meet APA standards. She did a great job and help... - Donna, 17 lessons with Sally
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