Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving White Plains, NY

Every student has the unique ability to learn and be curious, and I enjoy discovering what motivates my students and how I can best inspire them to succeed. "Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death." Albert Einstein

My name is Sarah. I am an Honors College student at Adelphi University and I am currently in the Derner School studying Psychology. In addition to my psychological studies, I have taken various English courses both inside and outside my university and write in my personal time.

...writing essays of any variety of English, AP Language, or college, I can offer personalized sessions to meet their unique needs. My approach is simple: Engage students, boost confidence, and, in turn, build their skills so that reading is no longer a passive subject they dread but rather an enriching and fun activity/hobby they can also incorporate into their everyday lives. Here is what I can provide as a tutor: Organized and tailored lesson plans...

...as spelling, grammar, and syntax don't have to feel limiting but rather, illuminating! A little about me: I have a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Columbia University, as well as an Honors BA in English Literature & Creative Writing from Concordia University. This past summer, I tutored a 7-year-old child in Creative Writing, with a focus on spelling and grammar. Thank you for considering me as your tutor! I look forward...

...question about word origins? Grab your magnifying glass, and pour over the dictionary. This type of curiosity has followed me into adulthood. I'm a full-blown Wikipedian. My rsum goes beyond tutoring. From grant proposals to album reviews, I've been published across disciplines. I've spent two years writing and editing for literary magazines. I've hosted a radio show focusing on philosophy and hip-hop. I've studied in Richmond, Pittsburgh, Salamanca, and Valparaiso. I believe tutoring happens on...

...a little about them: What are their interests? What do they already know? More often than not, we can make progress in leaps and bounds by connecting the problems they are trying to tackle with the things they are already passionate about! My tutoring philosophy is not 'repeat after me,' but rather, 'how can I work with you to find the way that this will make the most sense to you.' Not only is it...

...passions. I have prior experience teaching one on one at the elementary school level. This experience has allowed me to navigate online teaching. My main focus as a tutor is to keep the student engaged and focused using our online platform. I really enjoy working with students of all ages. My philosophy is that we need to encourage children to step out of their comfort zone and gain confidence in themselves. Whether it be in...

...to use mnemonics, visual aids, storytelling, drama, flashcards, study games and graphic organizers! I take great joy in helping students succeed. I have been described as warm, patient, calm and caring. I can easily relate to students of all ages and am able to break down complex information. I have worked as an assistant preschool teacher and as a beloved camp counselor for many years. My teaching philosophy is focused on skill building: My goal...

...but you can call me Ms. A. I hold a Master's degree in History from New York University and am certified to teach in New York. With over 2 years of classroom experience and a passion for creative writing, I strive to inspire my students to explore their voices and think critically about the world around them. I believe in fostering a collaborative learning environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and I aim to equip...

...Tutoring is both a source of income and lifelong passion of mine. As a high school student, I established a free tutoring service for local at-risk children. Over the course of my college career, I made my spending money by providing homework help and tutoring services to the children of university professors and faculty. I love this work, which pushes me to continually learn and re-examine as I help others to reach their intellectual and...

...fluently bilingual, born and raised in Spain, I moved to New York when I was only 17 and recently graduated from Sarah Lawrence College. I have spent the last five years tutoring children, teens and adults both for academic and workplace environments, assisting the Dean of the Spanish department at Sarah Lawrence College and translating for the Spanish Consulate. Teaching Spanish has been my passion ever since. I firmly believe with the right guidance, anyone...

There is someone who is always elated by helping others, assisting to achieve their dreams.

...Bachelor's degree from Oberlin College, I have over three years of experience tutoring elementary school students in English. My teaching philosophy emphasizes creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel valued and inspired to explore their potential. I strive to foster a love for reading and writing through interactive lessons that resonate with their interests, making the learning process both enjoyable and impactful. Witnessing my students grow in confidence and skill is my...

...my MBA degree in Accounting and Finance at Long Island University. I love writing, reading, and just enjoying life in general. I love children and love helping others develop their full potential in the education arena. I, too, love to learn new things. I believe that education is one of the most important things in life and that we should never stop learning. It gives all of us the opportunity to understand one another better.

...to leave the world a better place than I found it. I do this through holding myself to high standards when it comes to kindness and helping others. I invite others to grow with me as I use the knowledge and skills I picked up in my studies, and during my experience as an educator. I have experience as a head classroom teacher, an assistant teacher and a tutor. My formal professional experience has been...

...a graduate of Molloy College and hold a Masters Degree in Adolescent Education (Grades 7-12) in English Language Arts. I am currently teaching ELA in grades 5-8 and have experience working with grades K-12. I am passionate about reading, writing, grammar, and literacy skills, and specialize in proofreading and editing. As an educator, my goal is to foster a love of reading and writing and creating a fun, inclusive classroom environment regardless of whether it...

An engaging instructor, I find out the goals of each student and gear my focus towards their learning in interesting ways. Invested in the success of each student, I build an atmosphere of trust that supports student success.

...fourteen (and also touring in a couple rock bands), I have some experience teaching music and guitar as well. My education includes a BA in English, an MA in European Studies, and an MFA in Creative Writing (fiction). In my spare time I like reading, writing creatively, and playing music. Most weekends in New York I try to visit a museum or see a concert, and many-a-Sundays you'll find me burrowed in a cafe and reading...

My entire professional life has been devoted to enlightening students to be active learners in reading, writing and appreciating the English language I have been an educator for over four decades because the more I teach my students ,the more I learn from them! Let's enjoy this adventure together!

...story to tell from rapper or spray paint artist to parent or child. Each person has a unique voice to share with the world. I help students write better using their own voice. I value the dynamic student-teacher relationship as a fundamental basis of learning and am a student-focused teacher. My classroom, or (one-on-one session) is conducted with integrity and respect for learning and focused on studying written language. As a tutor, I approach the...