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Jess

Certified Tutor

Jess

Bachelor's
Jess's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Writing
9th-10th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Strong creative writing isn't just inspiration — it's revision, and knowing why one word choice lands harder than another. Jess's English degree at UF trained her in both literary analysis and the craft side of writing, from experimenting with voice and imagery to understanding how form shapes meani...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Ema

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Ema

Bachelor in Arts, Game and Interactive Media Design
Ema's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SSAT- Upper Level
ISEE- Upper Level

As Editor-in-Chief of Valencia College's Phoenix Magazine, Ema spent semesters reading, revising, and selecting creative work — developing an editorial eye for what makes a piece land and what's keeping it from getting there. Her game design major at UCF adds an unusual dimension: she thinks about n...

Education

University of Central Florida

Bachelor in Arts, Game and Interactive Media Design

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

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

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Daniel

Bachelors
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...

Education

Brown University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

Justin

Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
SSAT- Upper Level

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ingrid

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Ingrid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Trigonometry
Statistics

I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the fir...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
33

Frequently Asked Questions

Creative writing tutoring focuses on developing your unique voice and storytelling skills across genres like fiction, poetry, memoir, and screenwriting. Tutors work with you on narrative structure, character development, dialogue, descriptive language, and the revision process—helping you move from initial ideas to polished, compelling work.

Your first session is about understanding your goals, writing style, and current challenges. A tutor will review any existing work, discuss what genres or projects interest you most, and identify areas to focus on—whether that's overcoming writer's block, strengthening plot structure, or refining your narrative voice. This foundation helps create a personalized learning plan tailored to your needs.

Yes. Writer's block is one of the most common challenges creative writers face, and tutors have proven strategies to help. They can guide you through brainstorming techniques, help you identify what's causing the block (perfectionism, unclear ideas, fear of judgment), and work with you on low-pressure writing exercises that rebuild momentum and confidence.

One-on-one tutoring gives you detailed, actionable feedback on your actual work—not generic comments. A tutor can pinpoint where your pacing drags, where dialogue feels forced, or where your voice shines brightest. This targeted guidance helps you understand *why* something works or doesn't, so you develop stronger instincts and revision skills for future projects.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise across different genres and styles. Whether you're interested in fiction, poetry, screenwriting, graphic novels, or memoir, you can get matched with someone experienced in your area of focus. This specialized knowledge helps you understand genre conventions while developing your authentic voice within them.

For students in Orlando, personalized creative writing instruction provides the individual attention that can be hard to get in larger classroom settings—especially with the area's 16.9:1 average student-teacher ratio. Tutors can work at your pace, dive deep into your specific projects, and provide consistent feedback that helps you develop as a writer, whether you're working on school assignments, college applications, or personal creative goals.

Structure depends on your genre and story, but strong creative writing typically has a clear beginning that hooks readers, a middle that develops conflict and characters, and an ending that resonates. A tutor can help you understand different structural approaches—three-act structure, hero's journey, non-linear narratives—and guide you in choosing what works best for your specific story and audience.

Your voice emerges through consistent writing, reading widely in genres you love, and getting feedback on what makes your writing distinctly yours. A tutor can help you identify your natural strengths—whether that's lyrical language, sharp dialogue, dark humor, or emotional depth—and encourage you to lean into those strengths while building skills in weaker areas. This personalized approach helps your authentic voice come through stronger in every piece you write.

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