Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving New York City, NY

...educator in Philadelphia, and mentored young writers in Iowa City. For me, learning isn't just about gaining specific knowledge and skills. It's about the excitement that comes from encountering new things, and about growing into a more confident and capable version of oneself. This is an idea that informs all my teaching and tutoring work: I want to help guide my students toward a deeper investment in their own learning. When I'm not teaching, I'm...

...I also enjoy teaching and tutoring. Over the past 10 years, I have worked with a variety of students, aged 4-21, from neurodivergent and underprivileged backgrounds. I am also comfortable teaching all age ranges, including the elderly, since I have experience working with them as well. I have acted as a TA for an introductory programming course at Brown University, and received an award for my work as a TA. I always give my 100%...

...over 20 years of experience in education, and varying degrees including a Doctorate, I am currently employed full time by the New York State Education Department and part time by CUNY as an adjunct professor. An expert in English, Reading, Writing, Early Childhood, Child Development, NYS Teacher Certification Test Prep and Verbal/English Test Prep, I help my students by providing feedback and personalized strategies that they can use to improve their skills. My goal is...

My name is Mimi, and I'm currently a Junior at Columbia University studying Creative Writing. I love to help students improve their writing skills, and encouraging them to find their own voice. In my free time, I like to write sketch comedy, go vintage shopping, and visit one of New York's many famous museums.

...writer. Developing an individualized approach for every student's academic and intellectual needs is my priority as both a teacher and tutor. I hope to make every student feel capable and hope to teach them how to learn and why learning can be interesting. I aim to separate learning from the stress of grades and school to help students appreciate it on their own terms and help them find the learning style that is best for...

...speech and debate, and I often tutored students in politics, public speaking, and history. I also teach art classes around the city. I love to teach, and I love to help to tutor students in multiple subjects including college essay writing, english, history, and SHSAT Tutoring. In my spare time, I like to knit, paint, draw, take photographs, write, and read. At Yale, I was a member of the Yale Political Union, the Yale Daily...

...have served as a one-on-one tutor to select students who solicited my help in drafting their college essays, or to just improve the quality of their high school, middle school, or elementary school writing capacities. Finally, I was a volunteer ESL teacher for six years, teaching grammar and conversation. As a tutor, I do not feel complete until I am confident that my student fully understands the concepts at issue. I take very seriously the...

...I'm Ms. Amber, a dedicated and experienced Special Education Teacher with a proven track record of developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) that result in significant improvements in academic performance, and student engagement. I am skilled in creating a supportive learning environment where my students feel safe, heard and wanted. I have worked with students from Pre-K to 4th grade virtually and in the classroom. I love working young children and seeing the excitement...

...AP Calculus AB and narrative writing, guiding students to discover their own voices while mastering complex concepts. My teaching philosophy centers on recognizing the individuality of each student; I adapt my methods to meet their diverse needs, ensuring a supportive and engaging learning environment. My passion for education stems from my belief that learning is a lifelong journey, and I am dedicated to fostering a love for both mathematics and writing in my students.

...clearly and easily communicate your ideas and to build strong arguments supported by solid evidence. In my experience as a tutor, I've worked with kids in middle school, where the goal was to motivate them to want to learn and present the material in an engaging manner. I believe that's true for any age, but it just takes a different approach. I am committed to adapting my process to the needs and goals of the...

...CUNY City College, I have over 5 years of experience teaching and tutoring middle school English. My passion for fostering a love of learning drives my commitment to creating engaging, personalized experiences for my students. I believe that understanding each student's unique needs and learning style is essential for effective teaching. By incorporating interactive methods and utilizing diverse resources, I encourage students to actively participate and express their thoughts, fostering a supportive environment that promotes...

...English, and general writing and editing for a number of years. I had the chance to hone my editing skills in publishing internships with science fiction/fantasy publisher Tor Books in downtown NYC. My tutoring style is based on the belief that each student comes to a problem or subject from a different angle. The trick is not only to find the approach that works for the student, but also to boost the student's own investment...

...my professional experiences in education, I've developed a deeper understanding of what diversity means and have been able to build productive and valuable relationships with diverse students and peers. Additionally, my volunteer experiences in academic tutoring, youth mentoring, and college success coaching have resulted in valuable insight on the success of lessons based on results from student assessments that I evaluated, indicating my commitment to continued learning and growth. I truly believe that we are...

...graduated from Lynn University in 2010 with a degree in Communications. I'm a patient, encouraging, positive tutor who specializes in liberal arts, English, and essays. I love helping people learn! I believe to be an effective tutor one must be a good listener and encourage a dialogue, both of which I practice in my tutoring sessions. Tutoring is about the ability to really address what the student needs. Outside of academia I enjoy fashion, movies,...

...learned tips and tricks from creatives on how they accomplish big tasks and applied those to students struggling with workloads to alleviate the stress it can bring on. I have a strong track record of improving children's academic and social confidence through tutoring in a way that is customized to their needs. As they grow, these needs change and it's important to have a tutor who is capable of revamping techniques for them. I am...

...and math for the "No Child Left Behind" act which, in fact, had inspired me to go back to school and receive a formal education. Reading and writing are my passions, and I believe that anyone can find the joys of learning with the right attitude and proper motivation which is why I decided to get back into tutoring students. Apart from academia, I enjoy reading and writing (of course), listening to music, watching Broadway...

...the importance of fostering skills, learning habits and interpersonal habits in teens and young adults. Many students need more support than just from teachers and parents. I hope that through tutoring I can be that extra support that students need, especially during the time of Covid-19. In my free time I enjoy playing with my two dogs, spending time with friends and family, taking a lot of photographs and researching anything to do with legal...

...justice, education, public policy, and community service. I have previously provided college admissions help, essay advice, and academic support to many students and they have continuously come back to me for additional help on whatever they were working on. I joined Varsity Tutors because I wanted to continue providing the educational and tutoring service to students that I never got when I was in school. I hope that I will get to work with you...

...specialized in modern and contemporary writing. As an avid writer I love supporting students on all areas of the essay-writing process, from reading and analyzing a text to crafting a thesis statement. Putting pen to paper can be a daunting task I struggled writing my own college application essays. Thus, I believe in focusing on helping students gain confidence in their own abilities. Overall, I enjoy trouble-shooting essays questions, helping students think critically about texts,...

I am originally from Chicago. I was brought up speaking Spanish at home, and love nothing more than sharing my knowledge about this wonderful language! I am a recent New York transplant, where I work professionally as a commercial director.