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I am very dedicated to helping students excel in school and in helping them develop study methods and styles that work best for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and En...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Bethany
I am a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and Duke University. I received my Bachelor's degree in History and my Master's degree in Religious Studies. Since graduation I have tutored students in American History and Biblical Hebrew, which were exceedingly rewarding experiences. I am ...
Duke University
Master of Arts, Religious Studies
University of California-Berkeley
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Jennifer
I am thrilled to be a part of this platform where we can work together to further our educational pursuits. Currently, I am a Teacher Resident at the NYU Accelerated MAT program in Secondary English Education. This means that come September, I will be an ELA teacher working at a NY Public School. My...
New York University
Master of Arts Teaching, Language Arts Teacher Education
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Margot
I am a student at Boston College studying Economics and English. I have an excellent academic record, haven taken 14 AP courses throughout high school, and have preformed well on many standardized exams. I strive to help other students to do the same! I have three years of experience tutoring peers ...
Boston College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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Samuel
I'm just not very good at it." People tend to not be very excited about topics that they don't understand. Teachers and grades have been making them feel bad whenever they come to class, and there is nothing more frustrating than studying for hours and still not getting any concept. These sorts of t...
Brown University
Applied Mathematics major

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sarah
I am liberal arts trained and excel at connecting concepts across academic disciplines.
Yale University
Master of Arts, Sacred Music
Vassar College
Bachelor in Arts, Music

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Maddy
I'm a recent graduate of Harvard University and a natural teacher, and I'd be thrilled to help you build your skills, gain academic confidence, and get results! My B.A. is in American history and literature with a minor in theater. I spent my college years producing and directing student theater, wr...
Harvard University
B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am a senior at MIT majoring in Writing with a specialization in Digital Media. I have also completed a minor in Business Management. As one of ten writing majors at a school full of people pursuing science and technology rather than humanities subjects, I have taken a default position as tutor for...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors, Writing
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Minor in Business Management

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Mollie
I'm a recent graduate of the University of Chicago (AB'17) where I studied English Language and Literature, and Linguistics. I have experience coaching students writing and editing college essays, resume/cover letters, and academic papers of all kinds. I was a content writer for a small Chicago star...
University of Chicago
AB (Bachelor of Arts) in English Language and Literature and Linguistics

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Mahalia
I am comfortable tutoring a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about writing and language, and I truly believe that strong writing skills are an asset in every area of life. Through my experience as an after-school program manager, I learned to build relationships and work well with students,...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Creative writing tutoring for students in Concord goes beyond grammar and mechanics to develop your unique voice and storytelling skills. Tutors work with you on narrative structure, character development, dialogue, descriptive writing, and different genres like fiction, poetry, and personal essays. Sessions focus on both the craft of writing and the revision process, helping you move from first draft to polished final work.
Writer's block often stems from perfectionism or unclear direction. A tutor can help you brainstorm ideas, break down projects into manageable steps, and develop pre-writing strategies like outlining or freewriting. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you'll learn techniques tailored to your writing style and get immediate feedback that builds confidence and momentum.
Tutors provide detailed, constructive feedback on both big-picture elements (plot, pacing, character arcs) and line-level craft (word choice, sentence variety, tone). Rather than just marking errors, they explain why certain revisions strengthen your work and help you develop the critical eye to self-edit. This personalized approach teaches you to become a better writer, not just fix individual pieces.
Your writing voice emerges through consistent practice and experimentation with different techniques. A tutor can help you identify what makes your writing distinctive, encourage you to take stylistic risks, and show you how published authors develop their voices. Through reading, analyzing, and revising your own work with guidance, you'll gain confidence in your unique perspective and how to express it on the page.
Revision is where good writing becomes great writing. It's the chance to strengthen weak passages, deepen character development, improve pacing, and refine your language. Many student writers skip or rush revision, but tutors help you approach it strategically—focusing on different aspects in each pass (content, organization, then style). This structured approach makes revision less overwhelming and more productive.
Your first session is about getting to know your goals and writing style. A tutor will ask about the types of writing you enjoy, any current projects or challenges, and what you want to improve. You might discuss a piece you're working on or explore what kind of writer you want to become. This foundation helps the tutor create a personalized plan for your next sessions.
Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students in Concord with expert tutors who specialize in creative writing. Whether you're working on a short story, poetry collection, personal essay, or exploring different genres, you can find a tutor who matches your interests and skill level. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction means your tutoring is tailored to your specific writing goals and pace.
Absolutely. Whether you're working on creative writing assignments for English class, preparing a portfolio, or writing for a school literary magazine, tutors help you produce stronger work that earns better grades. They also teach you the skills and confidence to tackle any writing assignment—creative or analytical—so you improve across all your writing.
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