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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 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

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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
5+ years
Tiffany
I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
University of Chicago
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Certified Tutor
13+ years
MaryAnn
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology

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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Andrew
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, class of 2012. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies. Since graduation, I have continued to live in Chicago. I am a founding member of First Floor Theater, a Chicago storefront theater com...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Benjamin
I am a 2023 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Finance/Economics major and a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I am a passionate student in the math and business realms, as I enjoy the intuitiveness of the former and the real-world potential of the latter. During classes in midd...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics (minor: Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

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Molly
I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Justin
I am a college instructor with ten years experience in the classroom as a teacher and tutor. Originally from South Carolina, I went to school in Pennsylvania and currently live in Alabama. I believe that students learn best through practice and approaching learning through a relaxed lens, thinking a...
University of South Carolina
Bachelor in Arts, English
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Doctor of Philosophy, English

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Esther
I'm currently a Junior at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics and a 2014 graduate of Phillips Academy. As a product of great tutoring myself, I focus on being patient, flexible, and kind with all of my students. Outside of my academics, I'm a member of the ...
University of Pennsylvania
Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
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Your first session is all about understanding your writing goals and challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're working on (essays, creative writing, standardized test prep), and identify areas like organization, thesis development, or grammar that need attention. This personalized assessment helps create a focused plan tailored to your specific needs.
Many students struggle with essay structure—knowing how to build a strong thesis, organize supporting paragraphs, and create logical flow. Tutors work with you on outlining techniques, paragraph development, and transitions that make your arguments clear and compelling. With personalized feedback on your actual drafts, you'll learn to structure essays that engage readers and support your ideas effectively.
Absolutely. Revision is where good writing becomes great writing. Tutors guide you through multiple drafts, helping you strengthen your argument, cut unnecessary words, and polish your style. Rather than just correcting errors, they teach you how to self-edit and develop a critical eye for your own work—skills that improve all your future writing.
Grammar is the technical foundation—correct punctuation, sentence structure, and word usage. Style is about your voice, word choice, and how you express ideas. While grammar fixes errors, style coaching helps you write with clarity and personality. Most writing tutors address both, ensuring your writing is not just correct but also engaging and effective for your audience.
Yes. Citation formatting can be confusing with different rules for essays, research papers, and various subjects. Tutors help you master MLA, APA, Chicago, and other formats so you can properly credit sources and avoid plagiarism. They'll teach you the logic behind citations so you can apply the rules confidently in any writing assignment.
Yes. The SAT and ACT have specific writing and language conventions sections that test grammar, sentence structure, and rhetorical skills. Tutors familiar with these tests teach you the format, common question types, and strategies to improve your score. They'll also help you with timed essay writing if your test includes that component.
Strong writing about literature starts with careful reading and analysis. Tutors teach you how to identify themes, analyze character development, and support interpretations with textual evidence. They help you move beyond plot summary to write analytical essays that demonstrate deep understanding—a skill that strengthens your reading and writing together.
Writer's block is common, and tutors have strategies to help you work through it. Whether it's brainstorming techniques, freewriting exercises, or breaking your assignment into smaller steps, personalized tutoring helps you understand what's causing the block and develop a process that works for you. Often, talking through your ideas with a tutor is enough to get you unstuck and writing confidently.
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