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Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sarah
Good creative writing instruction balances encouragement with honest craft feedback — knowing when to protect a writer's voice and when to push them on structure, imagery, or dialogue. Sarah's own writing practice spans multiple genres, and her graduate work in Asian languages and cultures gives her...
University of Wisconsin Madison
Master of Arts, Area Studies
Carleton College
Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
Erika
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 a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
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 I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Earnest
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Creative writing tutoring for students in Madison covers fiction, poetry, short stories, character development, dialogue, worldbuilding, and narrative techniques. Tutors help students develop their unique voice, overcome writer's block, and refine their work through personalized feedback on everything from plot structure to descriptive language and pacing.
During the first session, a tutor will learn about your writing goals, read samples of your work, and assess your current strengths and areas for growth. This helps them create a personalized plan—whether you're working on a novel, poetry collection, college essays, or exploring different genres. You'll leave with concrete strategies to apply to your next writing project.
Yes. Writer's block is a common challenge, and tutors work with students to identify what's causing it—whether it's perfectionism, unclear plot direction, or uncertainty about voice. They use proven techniques like freewriting, brainstorming exercises, and breaking projects into smaller, manageable steps to help you move past the block and build momentum.
Tutors provide detailed, constructive feedback on your drafts—addressing everything from big-picture issues like plot coherence and character consistency to sentence-level concerns like word choice and rhythm. Rather than just marking errors, they explain the 'why' behind suggestions and guide you through the revision process, helping you develop stronger editing skills you'll use on future projects.
Absolutely. Your writing voice is what makes your work distinctive, and tutors help you discover and strengthen it through targeted exercises and feedback. They'll help you understand how elements like sentence structure, word choice, tone, and perspective contribute to your voice, then guide you in making intentional decisions to make your writing more authentically yours.
Tutors work with students across all genres—whether you're interested in fantasy, romance, literary fiction, memoir, poetry, screenwriting, or experimental forms. They understand the conventions and expectations of different genres and can help you master the techniques specific to what you want to write.
Yes. Tutors in Madison are familiar with the creative writing programs across our 6 school districts and can support students whether they're in a dedicated creative writing class, working on writing assignments in English class, or preparing portfolios for high school applications. They tailor their approach to complement what you're learning in school.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in creative writing and understand the needs of students in Madison. Simply tell us about your goals—whether it's finishing a manuscript, improving your craft, or tackling a specific assignment—and we'll match you with someone who's the right fit for your needs.
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