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Wendy

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5+ years

Wendy

Master in Public Health, Public Health
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Adult Literacy
AP Spanish Language & Culture
Clinical Psychology
Conversational Spanish

I am a graduate of a BSN and MPH program, actively practicing nurse with varied experience within the healthcare field. I received both my Bachelor and Masters degree in Boston, MA. I have previous experience tutoring various subjects including biology, nutrition, Spanish, graphic design and web gra...

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University of Massachusetts-Boston

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

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Justin

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
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6th Grade AP Language Composition
Admissions
AP English Literature and Composition
College Application Essays

As career educator who is also a former procrastinator, I am well-equipped to assist students in a variety of academic subjects and study skills. I've taught middle and high school students, and spent the past 10 years teaching English Lit and Composition to college and post graduate students.

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CUNY New York City College of Technology

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Courtney

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6+ years

Courtney

Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Courtney's other Tutor Subjects
7th-12th Grade Writing
7th-12th Grade Reading
9th-11th Grade Math
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic

I recently graduated summa cum laude from Augsburg College with a bachelors degree in Sociology and a minor concentration in Spanish. Now I am happily employed at Carleton College in Northfield as an evening supervisor in the library I love it! My plan is to eventually go on to get my Ph.D. in Socio...

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Augsburg College

Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish

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ACT
34
Kaitlyn

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6+ years

Kaitlyn

Current Undergrad Student, History
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I have a high school degree and graduated Magna Cum Laude, and I currently attend Boston University. I have experience tutoring all age groups, from elementary to middle to high schoolers. My specialty is standardized test prep, but I tutor academic subjects as well. I have taken 11 AP classes and e...

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Boston University

Current Undergrad Student, History

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Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
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Jillian

Bachelors, English Writing and Publication
Jillian's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
College English
Elementary School Reading

I graduated from the University of North Georgia in December 2016 with a Bachelor of English in Writing and Composition as well as a Gender Studies minor. I've tutored all my life, from tutoring elementary- and middle-schoolers to working at my university's Writing Center for three years.My tutoring...

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University of North Georgia

Bachelors, English Writing and Publication

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Sachit

Bachelors, Chemistry, History
Sachit's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP European History
AP Macroeconomics
AP U.S. Government & Politics

I graduated Stephen F. Austin High School with a distinguished diploma and Cum Laude. Currently, I am studying at Texas A&M University to receive a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Arts in History. While studying at Austin High School, I tutored students in a one to one setting for...

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Texas A & M University-College Station

Bachelors, Chemistry, History

Kevin

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9+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP US History
AP World History
Business
College Government

I have been an educator for the past 11 years. I have had great success helping underprivileged students to enter college and continue their education. Every student is capable with the right motivation and help.

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Clarion University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education

Jordan

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9+ years

Jordan

Master of Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
Jordan's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT English
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy

Trained in the social sciences and humanities, I am well-equipped to help students achieve their academic goals. I customize my tutoring to each student's personal needs and encourage them to practice critical thinking skills that help them achieve their personal and professional goals.

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Yale University

Master of Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Medical Anthropology

Onaji

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Onaji

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Onaji's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
Business Statistics
College Business

I am a second year Graduate student at the Rutgers University Business School, pursuing a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). Throughout my career, I have spent time tutoring students in the fields of Algebra, Calculus, and Statistics. I enjoy working with these topics as they are prevalent in...

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Rutgers University-Newark

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Ben

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ben

Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
AP Music Theory

As a 2020 graduate of Northwestern University, I received a Bachelor's of Music in Voice/Opera and a Bachelor of Arts in German Studies. During my time at Northwestern, I enjoyed being both a teaching assistant for a first grade class and an after school tutor for grades 1-4 at the Roycemore School'...

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Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, German Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Narrative writing tells a story, either from personal experience (personal narrative) or fiction. Unlike argumentative essays that make claims and provide evidence, or expository essays that explain a topic, narrative writing focuses on creating a compelling account with vivid details, dialogue, and character development.

The key elements include a clear sequence of events, a point of view, sensory details that bring the story to life, and a resolution that shows what the narrator learned or how they changed. Narrative writing appears across many contexts—college application essays, creative writing assignments, memoir excerpts, and even professional storytelling.

Most narrative essays follow a clear arc: an engaging introduction that sets the scene and hooks the reader, rising action that develops the conflict or tension, a climax or turning point where something significant happens, and a resolution that wraps up the story and reveals its meaning.

Beyond this basic structure, strong narrative writing includes sensory details woven throughout, realistic dialogue that reveals character, and a clear narrative voice. Many students struggle with pacing—showing rather than telling what happened—which is where personalized feedback on your drafts helps you strengthen your storytelling technique.

'Show, don't tell' means using concrete details, dialogue, and action to let readers experience the story rather than simply stating what happened. For example, instead of saying 'I was nervous,' you might write: 'My hands trembled as I stood backstage, and my stomach churned with every sound from the audience.'

Showing makes narrative writing more engaging and believable. Instead of telling readers that a character is angry, describe their clenched fists, sharp tone, or the way they slam a door. Tutors can review your drafts and point out where you're telling rather than showing, then help you craft vivid scenes that let readers feel the story's emotions alongside your characters.

Narrative voice is the personality and perspective you bring to your story—it's how you tell the story, not just what happens. Your voice comes through in word choice, the kinds of details you notice, your sense of humor, and the rhythm of your sentences. Reading your work aloud helps you hear your natural voice.

Many students worry about sounding 'formal enough,' but the best narratives balance clarity with authenticity. Whether you're writing a college essay or a creative narrative, your unique perspective is what makes your story memorable. Working with a tutor on voice development means getting feedback on how your personality comes through in your writing, and learning techniques to strengthen it.

Common pitfalls include: starting too early or with unnecessary backstory, jumping through events too quickly without sensory details, using vague language instead of specific descriptions, including dialogue that doesn't sound natural, and losing focus by including events that don't connect to the main point of the story.

Many students also struggle with 'sagging middle'—the part after the hook where the story drags. Others rush the resolution and don't show what the experience meant to them. Personalized tutoring helps you identify which of these patterns shows up in your writing, so you can develop the revision skills to fix them and strengthen your narrative technique.

Effective revision happens in stages. First, look at the big picture: Does the story follow a clear arc? Do all events connect to your main point? Then focus on scenes—are they vivid enough? Do they show rather than tell? Finally, polish grammar and word choice.

Many writers benefit from reading their work aloud to catch awkward phrasing and rhythm issues. Asking a reader 'What was the most memorable moment?' or 'What did you learn about me from this story?' shows you whether your narrative landed as intended. A tutor can guide you through this revision process, asking the right questions to help you strengthen your story's impact and develop revision strategies you'll use in future writing.

Strong narrative writing skills transfer across many contexts. You'll be able to write compelling college application essays that admissions officers remember, craft engaging personal statements for job or graduate school applications, and tell stories in professional settings that persuade and inspire.

You'll also develop the ability to give detailed, engaging accounts in any writing—whether that's lab reports with clear methodology narratives, case studies, or creative projects. Most importantly, you'll strengthen your overall writing foundation: learning to use specific details, develop a strong voice, and structure ideas clearly are skills that improve all your writing.

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