Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Albany, NY
Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Albany, NY
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University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
Bachelors, Social Sciences and Organizational Studies
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 scho...
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Siena College
Bachelor in Arts, English
I am a life long learner and passionate educator. I have a Music Education degree from McGill University in Montreal (yes, it is definitely colder in Canada!). My primary instruments are the trumpet...
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Mcgill University
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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 mon...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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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) ...
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Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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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...
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Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
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I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and...
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University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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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 ...
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University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have...
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Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. ...
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Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is about understanding your writing goals and current skill level. A tutor will ask about the types of writing you're interested in—whether that's fiction, poetry, memoir, or screenwriting—and discuss any specific challenges you're facing, like developing characters or overcoming writer's block. From there, they'll create a personalized plan to help you grow as a writer.
Developing a distinctive voice takes practice and feedback. Tutors work with you on the elements that shape voice—word choice, sentence rhythm, tone, and perspective—through targeted exercises and close reading of published authors whose styles resonate with you. By analyzing what makes certain writers compelling and practicing those techniques in your own work, you'll gradually develop confidence in your unique style.
There's no single "right" process, but most writers benefit from understanding the key stages: brainstorming and planning, drafting without self-judgment, revising for structure and clarity, and editing for language and mechanics. A tutor can help you discover which approach works best for you—whether that's outlining before you write, diving into a first draft, or revising extensively. They'll also teach you strategies to overcome common obstacles like writer's block or getting stuck mid-story.
Feedback is essential to improving as a writer. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction means you get detailed, specific comments on your work—not just grammar corrections, but insights about character development, pacing, dialogue, and how well your ideas come across. Regular feedback helps you identify patterns in your writing, understand what's working, and know exactly what to focus on in revision.
Many student writers struggle with writer's block, organizing complex plots or ideas, creating believable characters, and balancing "showing" versus "telling" in their narratives. Others find it hard to maintain consistent voice or pacing, or they get overwhelmed by the blank page. Tutors are experienced in addressing these specific challenges with targeted strategies and practice that build confidence and momentum.
Yes. With 51 schools across 13 districts in the Albany area, tutors understand the different approaches and expectations across local schools. Whether you're working on a creative writing assignment for English class, preparing a portfolio for a selective program, or simply wanting to improve your craft, tutors can align their instruction with what your school values while also pushing you to develop as a writer.
Reading is one of the most powerful ways to improve your writing. By studying how published authors handle dialogue, description, pacing, and structure, you absorb techniques you can apply to your own work. Tutors often incorporate close reading and literary analysis into sessions, helping you understand not just what makes a story work, but why—knowledge you can then use in your own creative projects.
Creative writing is deeply personal, and what works for one writer may not work for another. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction means a tutor can focus entirely on your goals, read your drafts carefully, and give you specific, actionable feedback tailored to your voice and challenges. You also have the freedom to explore the types of writing that excite you, rather than following a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
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