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

...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 probably reading, writing, cooking, or exploring Brooklyn by bike.

...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% to my students, and am a dedicated teacher and learner. Please...

...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 to...

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.

...C1 Spanish language fluency certifications and am currently studying to receive my interpreter certification. I was an ESL teacher for 2 years at a Spanish bilingual school in Granada, Spain. I work now as a private tutor, a writing teacher, a non-profit Outreach Coordinator, and a freelance 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...

...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 News, the Yale Debate Association, the Edward E. Bouchet program for...

...Spanish language and philosophy. I am currently an adjunct professor, teaching law-related courses and political theory at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In the past, I have worked at a K-12 learning center, assisting students at all grade levels in both math and reading. Additionally, I 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,...

...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 on...

...graduate of Columbia University with a Bachelor's in Creative Writing and a rising second-year MFA student at Columbia's School of the Arts, I bring a unique blend of artistic and analytical skills to my tutoring. With over two years of experience teaching and tutoring, I specialize in 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;...

...whether it's some high school exam, the SAT or the application itself, I would love nothing more than to help you succeed. And I believe it all starts with good writing and analytical skills. This is what will distinguish you from the crowd - being able to 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,...

...a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and English from CUNY City College, I have 5+ years of experience teaching and tutoring students from elementary school to college level in English. My commitment to creating engaging, personalized experiences for my students stems from my belief in every student's unique potential to learn and grow. I believe that understanding each student's unique needs and learning style is essential for effective teaching. In sessions, I...

...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 in finding the methods that work best. I believe a student...

...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 all...

...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, and...

...Early Childhood Education, Theater Arts and a Bachelors of Science in TV & Film Production. I am uniquely educated and trained to tutor students in multiple aspects of literacy from learning to read sight words to reciting Shakespeare. During my time in the entertainment industry, I have 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....

...and visual arts journal: Neon Dreams. I am also the winner of Steiner's Emerging Voices Scholarship for poetry and Neon Dreams' Monthly Writing Contest for poetry at CSN and the Goodman Fund Poetry Award at CCNY. Before earning my degree at CSN, I tutored students in English 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...

...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 cases and the law in our increasingly diverse society.

...a student at Columbia University studying history and sociology. Some of my passions include social 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...

...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, and offering study tips on subjects ranging from History to Philosophy.

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.