The Best Essay Writing Tutors in Illinois

Using my 30-years of experience writing for television, cinema, and literature, I help writers from the unique perspective of creative non-fiction (and fiction) writing. My tutelage positions writers to understand the basics of how to organize...See Steven's full profile

I’ve taught essay writing for over a decade, helping students strengthen their analytical, persuasive, and personal essays across subjects. I hold degrees from Harvard and Oxford and am a former Rhodes Scholar with extensive experience as...See Yen's full profile

I earned a certification that qualifies me to teach ELAR, Social Studies, Math, and Science in grades K-8. I have 15 years of experience, both in the classroom, and in virtual learning environments. I have been tutoring SAT prep for three years....See Erin's full profile

Hi, my name is Tim, and I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois at Chicago (2023) with a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Political Science. I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching from National Louis University (2025) and I am...See Tim's full profile

I tutor elementary, middle, and high school students in essay writing, focusing on thesis development, paragraph structure, and evidence-based support. I guide students through every step of the writing process—from brainstorming and...See Nadia's full profile

I hold a master’s degree in journalism, where I honed my skills in research, critical thinking, and storytelling. My own admissions essays helped me earn the Morehead-Cain Scholarship, admission to over 15 universities, and more than $1 million...See Bailey's full profile

I hold a Ph.D. in Literature and have spent more than two decades teaching essay writing to college students. My own essays have been widely published in academic journals, and I bring that same rigor to my work with students. I focus on...See Alrick's full profile

I’m an English major and certified special education teacher with years of experience helping students strengthen their writing. I’ve worked with elementary through high school students on essays, grammar, and overall writing confidence. My...See Daniel's full profile

With a masters in Literature and Writing studies and over 20 years as an English teacher and online college essay coach, I had extensive experience and knowledge to help students write authentic, original college essays. See Denise's full profile

I have worked as an advising fellow for the past three years, guiding high school students through every stage of the college application process. One of the most important stages in this process is essay writing. Through my role as an...See Katherine's full profile

I'm passionate about teaching and working with students to help them hone their skills in whatever capacity they need, whether it be straight up English grammar skills or captivating essay writing. My greatest strengths include...See Jeff's full profile

I’ve taught and given workshops at the University of Chicago, Oberlin, and Columbia College, among others, and I love working one-on-one to help you strengthen your voice & write with impact. Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing...See Izidora's full profile

I teach all aspects of English, including reading comprehension, effective essay writing, public speaking, ESL/ELL, marketing and public relations, plus ACT/SAT/GRE/AP/LSAT/Accuplacer/STAAR test...See Karin's full profile

As a tutor at a college writing center, I coached undergraduate students at all stages of the essay writing process. I worked across disciplines, supporting new students learning how to write an essay and those with more experience. Later,...See Andrea's full profile

I am new to tutoring and have a passion for all things social studies! I did a brief stint in the legal field after my undergrad before realizing that my passion lies in education. I now work in a high school as an academic support coordinator...See Sebastian's full profile

As a professional journalist, creative writer, and award-winning student, I am well-equipped to guide students through the entire essay writing process, from idea development to final edits. My students have been accepted into their top...See Emma's full profile

I have extensive experience in essay and thesis writing, helping students craft compelling personal statements, college application essays, and academic papers. During my undergraduate and Master’s programs, I wrote numerous essays...See Maya's full profile

...Purposes at institutions like Cheongju University and Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. I specifically taught academic essay writing in Korea and China for advanced as well as remedial students. I have also tutored many ESL students both abroad and ...See Christina's full profile

I’ve worked with students confused and frustrated on how to start their papers, and I’ve guided them through the whole essay writing process. I make things easy, giving step-by-step instructions to help students organize their thoughts...See Molly's full profile

Hi, my name is Jeanette! I have an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a minor in History from Presbyterian College. I scored within the 99% percentile on the reading/writing section of the SAT and ACT and graduated from my...See Jeanette's full profile

Experienced in teaching and supporting essay writing for students at all levels, including elementary, high school, college, and graduate programs. I hold a Master of Science in Biological Sciences and have over eight years of research...See Nicole's full profile

My degrees in Political Science and the Humanities, as well as working with all ages and levels of students has helped me to become an efficient, patient and reliable essay writing coach. BRAINSTORM WRITE COLLATE REVISE AND EDIT I help...See Chhavi's full profile

I’ve scored in the top 1% on both the MCAT and DAT, and I know how to help students reach their goals. I’m also a long-term writing tutor and former anatomy/physiology & biology TA with 8+ years of experience. So whether you're prepping for...See Noor's full profile

I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Global Health at Northwestern University, where I have consistently been recognized on the Dean’s List every quarter. My strong academic background, combined with my selection for...See Nandhini's full profile

I help students develop clear, well-structured essays by strengthening how they think and express ideas. We focus on specificity, replacing vague language with precise claims that improve coherence and depth. Conversation is used to develop ideas,...See Anthony's full profile