Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Washington DC

...and began teaching in Washington, DC. I taught in DC from 2010-2014, teaching middle school math and 5th & 6th reading. As a dedicated reader and writer, I gained the invaluable experience of sharing some of my own personal reading strategies with my students. I was able to see significant gains from my students, specifically through their increased reading levels, outperformance of Washington, DC grade-level averages on quarterly interim exams, and the recognition of Tier...

I strive to help both struggling and ambitious students in a way that is tailored, effective, and efficient.

...getting students to critically engage with the material so they truly understand what they're supposed to be learning, while also making sure we don't fall behind in any areas. I'd describe my tutoring style as inquisitive. I want to know how a student is coming to their conclusions and gently helping to guide them on the right path and reinforcing their current understandings of the material. Outside of academia I love to listen to music...

...is AaRron Smith. I am a United States Marine Veteran with over 4 years of experience in photojournalism and storytelling for the military. I received my certification from the Basic Public Affairs Specialist Course at the Defense Information School (DINFOS) in Fort Meade, MD. While there I learned storytelling, and military journalism and advanced my knowledge of the English language, its syntax, and its grammatical structure. I love writing and telling a compelling story and...

...Lazarus Center for Career Development and had direct experience working with students from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. I edited, revised, and proofread cover letters and resumes. I also advised students on how to search for employment and internship opportunities. I am passionate about Writing and English as I have dedicated a great deal of my life to reading, researching, and writing, whether it was academic or for my own personal blog. I...

...working with students, and I have gained a lot of experience and knowledge as an inclusion support counselor at summer camp where I supported special needs kids and helped to teach them activities and make camp a memorable and enjoyable experience. I also plan to continue to work with organizations and tutor children and encourage a love of learning and problem-solving. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English,...

...to bring my lessons to life. I love to see my students succeed. I primarily teach English, writing, history, and French. I have a bachelor's degree in political science from Yale University and a master's degree from University of Maryland School of Public Policy. I've worked in communications for the federal government for ten years and I've written a biography of Florida governor and U.S. senator Lawton Chiles, Walkin' Lawton. I also publish poetry, op-eds,...

...University. Since graduating from FAU, I've worked with homeless and foster youth in New York. Then, I traveled to California where I worked with AmeriCorps to counsel and tutor high school students in underserved communities. I am a proud advocate of education. To me, knowledge is power. With being a poet, I have a natural love and appreciation for words. This converted into my interest in English and Literature. Currently, I am a 6th grade...

...I have been tutoring and teaching in a variety of subjects. I teach a summer course on creative writing, and another on college application essays. In the academic year I've working in classes including: Writing &; Culture; Detective Fiction &; Film Noir; International Horror Cinema; and Social Media &; Discourse. I've read and written in a wide range of genres, and my thesis work concerns the importance of sharing personal narratives in scholarly capacities. Yet,...

...is Michael Hartsfield and I have been an English teacher for 24 years. I have a BA in English with minors in Education and Creative Writing. I also have a Masters in Education. I am comfortable tutoring all levels English, grammar, writing, literature and related topics. I like to tutor in a way that allows students/clients to discover the answers for themselves instead of me simply telling them the correct way to do something. In...

...the late 90s. I have earned a master's degree. This has been in anticipation of fulfilling my passion to empower people through knowledge. I believe that there is nothing more satisfying than empowering people through knowledge. My skills, talents, experience and knowledge uniquely qualify me to meet various tutoring and writing needs. My additional areas of proficiency include: (i) Great passion for quality promotion of education and students' success. (ii) Flexible yet methodical educator who...

...slow processor, so I understand the importance of centralizing student preference and pace, letting that approach guide my tutoring approach. My resume demonstrates the wide variety of contexts in which I have worked, taking on responsibilities such as creating curriculums and lesson plans for full-scale, rigorous high school courses and privately tutoring elementary-level students in English literacy, grammar and vocabulary. I also speak Spanish at an advanced level and have a basic knowledge of most...

...well as a double minor in the Classics and Comparative Literature. Since graduation, I have been volunteering in local elections and at the Library of Congress, as well as working as a tutor to pursue my passion for teaching and education. I am most passionate about tutoring English Literature, World History and Philosophy, with a personal emphasis on reinforcing good study habits and learning techniques to improve both short- and long-term academic performance. I specialize...

I am a veteran teacher who loves literature and the arts. I have been teaching for over 5 years in the Maryland and Virginia public school systems. I am passionate about writing, reading, and helping students succeed in those content areas. I am a creative thinker who enjoys servicing others!... I can help a student become an independent learner by scaffolding and differentiating their assignments until they are confident in being successful independently.... I would provide...

...tutoring when a professor at my university recommended that I apply to be a writing fellow, where I would periodically join English classes and work with the students in small groups on their writing. Through that, I found I enjoyed the work, and now I'm starting a graduate program in the fall and I expect to be teaching my first class next spring. Writing and communication skills are important for anyone in any discipline to...

...their literacy journey. I work with students across different grade levels and abilities. I believe that all my students are capable of learning and accomplishing their goals, if only they had someone to believe in them when they don't believe in themselves. My goal is always to provide my students with the confidence to make mistakes, learn, and trust their capabilities. That being said, building trust and a dynamic of mutual respect with my students...

My name is Lindsey Woody and I really enjoy assisting with academic achievements. I have a BA and MA from the University of Southern California. I also have 7 years of tutoring experience which includes tutoring USC student athletes, teaching English in South Korea and teaching English, SAT, ACT and TOEFL preparation on eLearning platforms. I look forward to helping you reach your academic goals.

...foundational reading and writing skills to guiding older students through the competitive International Baccalaureate (IB) program. I specialize in writing - particularly essays and creative writing - Mandarin, and pre-calculus. Writing holds a special place in my heart, especially after completing the IB program myself, where I gained a deep understanding of what examiners look for in analytical writing. My teaching style is patient and supportive, and I aim to build confidence in my students,...

I am here to make your learning experience as smooth and pleasant as possible. All people learn differently, and I want to make sure you learn in the way that is right for YOU. I am a graduate of UVa with a degree in English. I love helping students feel confident in their work and have dedicated time in both high school and college to mentoring.

...confidence in their writing and achieve academic success. I am a creative and fun communications professional with extensive writing, editorial consulting, public relations and publishing experience in both Seattle and Washington, DC. Having been a professional journalist (ABCnews.com), I speak reporters' language and have a strong sense for how to shape and position essays, stories and other writing assignments. While I tutor for a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Writing and...