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Sharon

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sharon

Master of Science, Journalism
Sharon's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Sharon approaches writing as a craft with learnable moves: how to build a thesis that actually argues something, how to transition between ideas without losing a reader, how to revise a draft into something sharp. Her background spans policy writing at the University of Chicago and graduate-level jo...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Journalism

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Chelsey

Certified Tutor

Chelsey

Bachelors
Chelsey's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ISEE- Middle Level
ISEE- Lower Level

Before joining the professional theatre world, Chelsey volunteered as a creative writing teacher in high school and went on to study literature broadly at Northwestern. She approaches writing instruction by breaking assignments into manageable pieces — outlining an argument, choosing precise languag...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors

Test Scores
ACT
35
Mimi

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Strong writing starts with having something specific to say — and Mimi's inquiry-based approach means she spends real time on the thinking stage before a student ever drafts. From thesis development to paragraph architecture to revision strategy, she walks through each phase of the writing process s...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Esther

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Esther

Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
Esther's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Studying Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at Penn means Esther writes persuasive, analytical, and research-driven pieces every week — and she brings that range to her tutoring. She breaks the writing process into manageable stages, from brainstorming a thesis to revising for tone, so students act...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Sherry

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Sherry

Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics
Sherry's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Sherry's dual background in linguistics and psychology — both from the University of Chicago — gives her an unusual lens on writing: she understands how sentences work structurally and how readers process them cognitively. She teaches students to sharpen thesis statements, tighten paragraph transiti...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
Laura

Certified Tutor

Laura

Bachelor of Arts in History
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

Editing essays at Princeton — her own and her peers' — taught Laura to spot the difference between writing that merely states a point and writing that actually argues one. She digs into thesis construction, paragraph transitions, and how to revise a draft so every sentence earns its place. Rated 5.0...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor of Arts in History

Jennifer

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jennifer

Master of Arts Teaching, Language Arts Teacher Education
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP English Language and Composition
College Essays

Jennifer teaches writing as a process of thinking — outlining an argument before drafting, interrogating each paragraph's purpose during revision, and tightening language in the final pass. Currently completing her MAT in Secondary English at NYU, she brings classroom-tested strategies for everythin...

Education

New York University

Master of Arts Teaching, Language Arts Teacher Education

Mcgill University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Meghan

Certified Tutor

Meghan

Masters, Journalism
Meghan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Writing and Language

Strong writing is really rewriting — and Meghan learned that through two journalism degrees at Northwestern and daily practice at a New York magazine. She teaches students to draft with a clear argument, revise for structure and evidence, and edit for voice, moving a piece from rough idea to polishe...

Education

Northwestern University

Masters, Journalism

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Journalism

Northwestern University

Undergraduate degree in journalism (major) with a Spanish minor

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Maddy

Certified Tutor

Maddy

B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)
Maddy's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Between playwriting, an honors thesis on art criticism, and four years of college-level literary analysis, Maddy has written in nearly every register — persuasive, narrative, expository, creative. She breaks the writing process into concrete steps so students can move from a messy brainstorm to a po...

Education

Harvard University

B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

Patrick

Certified Tutor

Patrick

JD
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
PSAT Writing Skills

Law school trains you to write with surgical precision — every sentence must advance an argument, every paragraph must earn its place. Patrick applies that same discipline to student writing, whether it's a high school essay or a college research paper, zeroing in on how to cut filler, sharpen claim...

Education

Emory University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Duke University

JD

Duke University

MA in History

Frequently Asked Questions

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction provides detailed feedback on your specific writing challenges—whether that's thesis development, organization, argumentation, or voice. Tutors work through your drafts with you, helping you understand *why* revisions strengthen your work and building skills you'll use in every essay you write.

Yes, tutors help students master timed essay writing for the SAT, ACT, and other standardized tests. They focus on organizing ideas quickly, developing strong thesis statements under pressure, and understanding what test scorers prioritize—giving you confidence and concrete strategies for test day.

Absolutely. Tutors address grammar fundamentals, teach citation formats, and help you develop a stronger writing voice. Rather than just correcting errors, they explain the rules and principles so you understand the difference between technical grammar and stylistic choices that make your writing stronger.

Tutors work with you on brainstorming techniques, outlining strategies, and breaking the writing process into manageable steps. Personalized instruction helps you understand your own writing process better, so you can overcome blocks and move from ideas to organized drafts more confidently.

Strong analysis writing requires deep reading skills. Tutors help you move beyond basic comprehension to identify themes, support interpretations with evidence, and construct arguments about texts—skills that directly improve essays, classroom discussions, and standardized test performance.

Varsity Tutors matches you with expert tutors who understand your specific writing goals and learning style. You'll get personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to your needs, whether you're working on class assignments, test preparation, or developing your overall writing skills.

Yes. Writing demands change across elementary narrative writing, middle school essays, high school analytical and persuasive writing, and college-level research papers. Tutors understand these progressions and provide grade-appropriate instruction that builds your skills as writing becomes more complex.

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