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Esteban

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Esteban

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Esteban's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a cultural anthropologist by trade, but have more than five years of experience teaching a wide arrange of topics in the social sciences and language studies. I have taught and tutored students in countries like Colombia, Mexico, Germany, Canada and the United States, but I have been able to tr...

Education

National University of Colombia

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Andrew

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Andrew

Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I'm from upstate New York and I love to be outside, play guitar, and work out. I have 3 siblings, so I'm used to helping people strengthen their skills and learn new ones. I love most math classes, and I'm attending Boston College in the Carroll School of Management Honors Program. I intend on major...

Education

Boston College

Current Undergrad Student, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1430
ACT
32
Clare

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Clare

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology
Clare's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biology

I am excited to tailor each and every session to a particular student's needs and preferred method of learning.

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology

Test Scores
ACT
34
David

Certified Tutor

9+ years

David

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
David's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Critical Reading
SAT Writing and Language

I am dedicated to helping students achieve their learning goals, and to making learning and mastering materials fun.

Education

Siena College

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Jennifer

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jennifer

Bachelors, Social Sciences and Organizational Studies
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-5th Grade math
3rd-5th Grade Science

I am available throughout the week, including summer! Let me help you help yourself!

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelors, Social Sciences and Organizational Studies

Arielle

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Arielle

Bachelor in Arts, English
Arielle's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
PSAT Writing Skills

I am looking for additional opportunities to work with students beyond my teaching career. I am a passionate and enthusiastic teacher who has experience working at the elementary, middle and high school level. I have taught both English and Remedial Reading classes at these levels, and I have a pass...

Education

Siena College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is all about understanding your goals and writing style. A tutor will ask about your target schools, essay prompts, and any drafts you've started, then provide initial feedback on your voice and structure. This gives you a clear roadmap for how personalized 1-on-1 instruction can strengthen your essays before submission deadlines.

Tutors work with you to move beyond surface-level observations and craft a thesis that's specific, arguable, and compelling to admissions officers. Through guided questioning and targeted feedback, they help you clarify your main idea and ensure every paragraph supports it—a critical skill that separates strong essays from good ones.

Rather than generic feedback, tutors provide specific, actionable comments on each draft—identifying where your voice shines, where arguments need strengthening, and where wordiness can be tightened. This iterative process teaches you revision strategies you'll use throughout college, not just for admissions essays.

Writer's block often stems from unclear ideas or perfectionism on the first draft. Tutors help you brainstorm freely, organize your thoughts, and write a rough version without judgment—then refine it together. Many students find that talking through their ideas with a tutor breaks the mental logjam and gets words flowing.

Admissions officers read thousands of essays and can spot inauthentic writing instantly. Tutors help you balance formality with personality, encouraging you to use natural language and specific details that reveal who you are. The goal is polished writing that still sounds like you, not an overly formal version of yourself.

Ideally, start in the summer before senior year or early fall to give yourself time for multiple drafts and revisions. For students in Albany with busy school schedules across our 13 school districts, beginning early means you won't feel rushed and can focus on quality over speed. Even if you're already working on essays, personalized tutoring can significantly improve your drafts before deadlines.

Absolutely. Tutors can work with you on your main Common App essay, supplemental essays for specific schools, and short-answer prompts. Each essay requires a different approach, and personalized instruction ensures you're tailoring your voice and content to what each school is looking for.

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