Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...hundreds of students in a variety of settings physically in the classroom, hybrid, and online synchronous. In addition to having taught numerous United States, African American, Western, and World History courses, I have also taught College Composition and College Success. I also have previous tutoring experience, including adult literacy tutoring with Literacy Volunteers of America. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including History, English, Reading, standardized test prep, and Student Success, but probably my...

...enjoy working with students in English, Social Studies, and Science. These subjects offer a chance to spark curiosity and critical thinking, whether it's through analyzing literature, discussing historical events, or exploring scientific concepts. My tutoring style is collaborative and adaptive, tailoring my approach to each student's unique needs to ensure they understand the material and feel confident in their ability to succeed. I aim to create an engaging, supportive environment where students can grow academically.

...have also been in the education field since 2016. Something that is vital to a student's academic journey is the foundational concepts such as writing skills, reading comprehension, organization, and more. During sessions, students have the opportunity to continue to hone in on these skills through guided readings, visual aids, writing projects, and more. In addition to establishing those foundational concepts, there is also room for creativity/creative expression and critical thinking through discussions, creative writing...

...presently working as a passage/question writer for a standardized testing company. Additionally, I work as a linguist for a translation company. I have been a professional tutor for nearly 10 years, during which time I have tutored a wide range of subjects, including English Literature and Composition, Creative Writing, ESL, and the SAT/ACT (99th percentile-scorer). Moreover, I am fluent in German and therefore provide tutoring services to students who need help with their German class...

Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a Temple University student. I have recently interned for the School District of Philadelphia at their newly opened and innovated high school. I have experience with teaching preschool, tutoring reading, writing, math, and Spanish. My goal is to teach special education someday. I would love to hear from you if you feel as if this would be a match!... My teaching philosophy is that each child requires a...

...I have moved through the various divisions, K-12, I have been consistently amazed by the students I had the privilege of working with. I love working with students and I am particularly interested in getting them as passionate about Literature and Creative Writing as I am. I also spent 9 years taking students to state parks where we spent a few days at the beginning of each school year camping and hiking and just getting...

Hi! I have roughly three years of experience tutoring students in test prep, history, literature, essay writing, and more. I'm also a recent graduate of The New School, with a Bachelor of Arts in Literary Studies. Ready to make that next test less painful for you or your child!

...individuals. She never hesitates to believe in her students, even when they cannot believe in themselves." I have a lifelong love of learning. The subjects I'm most passionate about teaching are high school and college English, including AP courses, as well as creative writing at any level. I create personally tailored, fun exercises and activities. My goal? To help my students feel safe expressing themselves and gain confidence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading,...

...year of undergraduate studies and I have been tutoring ever since. I first taught Spanish to university students in 1998 while serving as a teaching assistant at the University of New Hampshire. Independently building and instructing a novice Spanish class while being challenged as a student transformed my perceptions of both roles. I am committed to studying my student and/or audience and its distinct character, especially concerning its studying methods, strengths, weaknesses and frustration levels....

...and societal concepts to further expand their own definition beyond their personal experiences- after all, we all perceive the world around us in different ways and none of them are wrong! I like to develop an understanding for my students so that I can guide them towards learning new perspectives/knowledge in a way that they remember, personally value and feel comfortable with making mistakes along the way. I love English subjects and feel very passionately...

...New York Medical College while applying to medical schools. I have experience working with a variety of learners as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for biology, statistics, and chemistry courses at Penn. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I focus on supporting students' preparation for the SAT/ACT exams. I valued my experience working with a tutor to prepare for these exams and found that my tutor's guidance significantly improved my confidence and performance. I...

...special education. I absolutely love everything English, given that I have a Bachelor of Arts in English! I am definitely a book worm, and love to dabble in poetry! In my free time, I love to read, watch scary movies, and spend time with my family and friends. If you have any questions, I'm happy to answer them! Due to COVID-19 I am open to both tutoring online and in-person; it is whatever you are...

Teaching is my passion; my greatest joy is sharing that passion with you! It is my pleasure to offer my tutoring services in grades ranging from elementary school through college; subjects including elementary and middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, Earth sciences, beginner Spanish, and reading and writing for all grade levels; as well as SAT and educator-certification test preparation.

...back to the States in pursuit of my Master's degree in subject matter education and my NJ standard teaching certificate. When I am not working towards this goal, I am painting, reading, or traveling. I spend much of my spare time on my yoga mat in order to stay in shape for summer hiking trails. I am an avid hiker and backpack traveler and believe in the value of a healthy body and mind. Yoga,...

...teaching philosophies down to one word, it would be hope. When in grade-school, I was the student who needed the extra push from a caring teacher to be successful in the classroom; this is why I do what I do - to be that teacher for the student just like me! Currently, I am teaching 5th Grade Reading/Math in North Philadelphia at a turnaround charter school. The challenges I have been faced with have led...

...students improve their academic performance and develop a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. As a tutor, my approach is student-centered, tailoring each lesson to the unique needs and goals of the individual. Whether you're tackling complex business concepts, exploring human behavior in psychology, or refining reading and writing skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My aim is to foster both understanding and confidence, so that each student can...

Learning should be interesting and fun but not necessarily always easy. If things are too easy you may not be pushing yourself enough but too difficult and for the sake of being difficult is also an impediment.

...a friendly, thoughtful, capable tutor with a real passion for learning. I studied English Literature in undergraduate (DePauw University) and graduate school (Indiana University), and plan to continue studies towards a PhD in literature in the next few years. I have been a writing tutor and instructor, and have also helped students with reading comprehension in a wide variety of subjects. My hope is to leave students feeling smarter than they did before they came...

...from Canterbury Tales also happens to be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist to promote...

I believe that learning is a truly individual experience, and that tutoring gives students the opportunity to learn and incorporate information in fresh, personal ways. I have considerable experience working with students of all ages, from K-12 to second-careers. I bring a broad humanities education, having done a liberal-arts Bachelors at the prestigious College of William & Mary, "the alma mater of the nation," and recently graduated with my Masters from Princeton Theological Seminary.