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Diana

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Diana

Bachelor in Arts, English
Diana's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

Every writing assignment is really an argument, whether it's a personal narrative, a research paper, or a persuasive essay — and Diana's dual background in English and Political Science means she's spent years constructing and dissecting arguments across genres. She breaks the writing process into c...

Education

University of Louisville

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
ACT
32
Benjamin

Certified Tutor

Benjamin

Master of Arts, Humanities
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic
Pre-Calculus

Strong writing comes from having something specific to say and knowing how to organize it so a reader follows without effort. Benjamin tackles both sides of that equation: he teaches students to develop a clear thesis and then build paragraphs that do real argumentative work, trimming filler and sha...

Education

University of Chicago

Master of Arts, Humanities

University of Louisville

Bachelor in Arts, Humanities

Anthony

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Anthony

Masters, English
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Good writing isn't one skill — it's a stack of decisions about audience, structure, evidence, and voice. Anthony's graduate training in English gave him experience across persuasive, creative, and analytical writing, and he teaches students to approach each draft as a series of deliberate choices ra...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Masters, English

Marist College

Bachelors, English

Kaylee

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kaylee

Bachelor of Science, Speech-Language Pathology
Kaylee's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Middle School Science
Elementary School Science

The hardest part of writing is often just getting started, and Kaylee tackles that head-on by teaching students concrete prewriting strategies — outlining, freewriting, mapping claims to evidence — before a single draft takes shape. Her experience working with elementary and middle school students, ...

Education

Brescia University

Bachelor of Science, Speech-Language Pathology

Grace

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Grace

Current Undergrad Student, Environmental Studies
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Grace treats writing as a craft with learnable moves: how to build a thesis that actually argues something, how to transition between ideas without clunky phrases, how to vary sentence structure for rhythm. Her background spans academic essays, personal narratives, and creative projects, so she adap...

Education

Centre College

Current Undergrad Student, Environmental Studies

Patty

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Patty

Bachelor of Science, Humanities
Patty's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
ACCUPLACER ESL

Good writing starts with knowing what you actually want to say — and Patty spends time on that crucial pre-writing stage before ever worrying about grammar or structure. As an ESL teacher, she's learned to break down the mechanics of English composition in ways that click for writers at every level,...

Education

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Science, Humanities

Andrew

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Andrew

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
College Math

Clear writing is a core skill in science, and Andrew's biochemistry and bioengineering training demanded precise, well-organized prose in lab reports, research summaries, and grant-style proposals. He applies that same discipline to student writing across genres, tackling everything from thesis cons...

Education

Western Kentucky University

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry

Test Scores
ACT
34
Kevin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kevin

Master of Science, Computer Science
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
Competition Math
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

I'm a coterminal master's student at Stanford University in California majoring in Computer Science (Biocomputation). Throughout high school and college, I've taken many courses in computer science, the life sciences (biology and chemistry), and math; and I've been through a lot of standardized test...

Education

Stanford University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kelsey

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kelsey

Master of Fine Arts, English
Kelsey's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am an energetic, positive, 26-year-old teacher who graduated with my MFA from the University of Notre Dame in 2017. I am currently teaching Second Grade, but have extensive and varied teaching experience, having taught students of all ages, even university level! I also have experience working wit...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Master of Fine Arts, English

Georgetown College

Bachelor in Arts, Latin

University of Notre Dame

MFA

Matthew

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matthew

Current Undergrad
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra 3/4
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra
Education

Vanderbilt University

Current Undergrad

Test Scores
ACT
35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is about understanding your writing goals and current challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're struggling with—whether that's essay structure, thesis development, or revision—and create a personalized plan. This gives you a clear roadmap for improvement and helps the tutor tailor instruction to your specific needs.

Unlike classroom settings where teachers manage 14+ students, personalized 1-on-1 instruction means you get detailed feedback on your actual writing. Tutors can identify patterns in your work, help you develop a stronger voice, and guide you through revision strategies that stick. You'll learn not just what to fix, but why it matters and how to apply those lessons to future assignments.

Yes—organization is one of the most common areas where tutoring makes a real difference. Tutors work with you on thesis development, outlining strategies, paragraph structure, and logical flow. They'll help you see how to build arguments effectively and ensure each paragraph supports your main idea, making your essays clearer and more persuasive.

Grammar is the technical foundation—correct punctuation, sentence structure, and mechanics. Style and voice are about how you express ideas uniquely and effectively. Good tutoring covers both: fixing technical errors while also helping you develop confidence in your own writing voice and learn when to break rules intentionally for impact.

Absolutely. Tutors can guide you through MLA, APA, and other citation formats, help you integrate sources smoothly into your writing, and teach you how to avoid plagiarism. They'll also help you develop strong research skills and show you how to use sources to strengthen your arguments rather than just fill space.

Literary analysis requires both strong reading comprehension and essay writing skills. Tutors help you move beyond plot summary to develop meaningful interpretations, support claims with textual evidence, and construct arguments about theme, symbolism, and author intent. This personalized approach helps you understand not just what to write, but how to think critically about literature.

Writer's block is incredibly common, and tutors have practical strategies to help you break through it. They can work with you on brainstorming techniques, freewriting, outlining, and understanding what's actually blocking you—whether it's perfectionism, unclear assignment requirements, or fear of judgment. Having someone to talk through ideas with often makes starting much easier.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in writing, English, and composition. Tutors are carefully selected and vetted for their subject expertise and ability to teach. When you connect with a tutor, you'll work with someone who understands writing instruction deeply and can provide the kind of personalized guidance that helps you improve.

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