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Tiffany
Argumentative and persuasive essays are where Tiffany's legal education pays off most directly. She teaches high school writers to construct a clear thesis, anticipate counterarguments, and use evidence strategically — the same framework she mastered in law school. Students leave sessions with concr...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
University of Chicago
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
Sharon's journalism training at Columbia sharpened her ability to teach the craft of clear, persuasive writing — from structuring a thesis-driven argument to revising for voice and concision. She breaks the editing process into concrete steps so students learn to spot weak transitions, vague claims,...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Benjamin
Most high schoolers know what they want to say in an essay but struggle to organize it into something a reader can follow. Benjamin breaks the writing process into concrete steps — outlining a defensible thesis, selecting and integrating textual evidence, and crafting transitions that actually move ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics (minor: Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Justin
The jump from middle school writing to high school expectations often trips students up — suddenly a five-paragraph essay isn't enough, and teachers want a real thesis with layered evidence. Justin teaches the structural mechanics behind strong analytical and persuasive writing: how to build a claim...
University of South Carolina
Bachelor in Arts, English
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Doctor of Philosophy, English

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Scott
The jump from middle school writing to high school-level essays catches a lot of students off guard, especially when teachers start expecting original analysis instead of summary. Scott digs into the specific weak points — whether that's crafting a debatable thesis, weaving in textual evidence, or w...
Harvard University
Current Undergrad Student, Sociology

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Eric
Strong high school writing — whether it's a literary analysis, a research paper, or a personal essay — comes down to making a clear claim and defending it with well-chosen evidence. Eric spent his undergraduate years writing across three different disciplines, which taught him how to adapt tone, str...
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Lauren
Strong high school writing comes down to one skill most students haven't been explicitly taught: constructing an argument that holds together from thesis to conclusion. Lauren breaks essays into their moving parts — claim, evidence, analysis, counterargument — so students can see exactly where their...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Esther
Directing two theatre productions a year at Penn has taught Esther something most writing tutors learn the hard way — every piece of writing needs a through-line, and if the audience loses it, no amount of polished sentences will save the draft. She applies that structural instinct to high school es...
University of Pennsylvania
Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics

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Allan
Strong high school writing comes down to structure and specificity — knowing how to build a thesis that actually argues something and selecting evidence that earns each paragraph's place. Allan sharpened his own writing through college essays and SAT prep (he scored a 1540 after a focused two-month ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sarah
Most high school writing struggles come down to the same few problems: a thesis that's really just a topic, body paragraphs that summarize instead of analyze, and conclusions that repeat the intro. Sarah diagnoses these issues quickly and teaches concrete fixes — like reverse-outlining a draft to ch...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Economics, Economics
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Parita
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +30 Subjects
I am a sophomore at Harvard University pursuing a concentration in computer science. I'm also interested in potentially going on to law school after my undergraduate studies. I have a wide range of interests but I spend most of my free time either reading, painting, listening to music or dragging my friends to interesting locations to take photographs. My favorite book genre is psychological thrillers and I like listening and singing along to almost all types of music.
Mimi
Middle School Math Tutor • +31 Subjects
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
Ruth
1st Grade math Tutor • +47 Subjects
I am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage them. Hobbies: music, dancing, singing, art, books, reading, writing
Brittney
Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects
I'm a graduate of Princeton University (2009), with a degree in Comparative Literature. I'll be receiving my masters degree in English from Grand Valley State University this fall and I'm looking forward to working with students like you! I've been teaching and tutoring students since 2008 and I specialize in English, Reading, Writing, Essays, and College Entrance Test Prep.
Emily
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I am a Yale graduate with over 8 years experience tutoring students from a variety of backgrounds. I recently graduated from the Yale School of Public Health with a MPH concentrating in Epidemiology and Global Health. I also received my B.S. from Yale with a double major in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and French. I have experience both leading group classes and working with students one on one. I will respond to a student's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style in order to help them succeed and make the most of our time together. I earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT, 2280 on the SAT, and qualified as a National Merit Scholar on the PSAT. I look forward to working with you! Hobbies: writing, art, books, music, dancing, baking, reading
Bethany
Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and Duke University. I received my Bachelor's degree in History and my Master's degree in Religious Studies. Since graduation I have tutored students in American History and Biblical Hebrew, which were exceedingly rewarding experiences. I am especially passionate in helping students learn to think critically, and enjoy the process of learning. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most enthusiastic about tutoring in History and Writing because these subjects utilize skills that students will use and cultivate throughout their lives and are applicable for many careers. I would describe my teaching philosophy as hands on and project-based learning. I strive to include fun and relevant videos, songs, and activities into my curriculum to ensure the engagement of my students. Outside of academia I like painting, baking, hiking, photography, and having game nights with friends.
Ethan
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +23 Subjects
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania, studying Economics and Legal Studies. I tutor Middle and High School level Math, Spanish, and Writing, and I truly enjoy making the tutoring experience as fun, interesting, and enriching as possible. I have worked with students in these subjects since I was a high school student, and enjoy all of them equally. I tailor my teaching style to each student I work with, but a common theme is using real-life examples to bring any subject to life. Outside of the school environment, I am extremely interested in law, business, and politics, and am always in the mood for a conversation about current events!
Amanda
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +84 Subjects
I'm currently a fourth year medical student at a private medical school in Texas. I've been involved with tutoring since middle school continuing all the way through medical school. There are so many different ways to teach based on how students learn best and I am passionate about meeting the individual needs of students so they can succeed. I took unconventional approaches to learning as instilled by mentors throughout my life that greatly increased my ability to learn and comprehend material . I've worked with tutoring students in ACT prep, SAT prep, MCAT prep, IB and AP courses, as well as STEM subjects from elementary school through to college. Recently, I've also tutored for USMLE Step 1 & 2. I also edit and work with students who need tutors for writing and reading comprehension. I have extensive experience in both college and medical school admissions and work yearly with students on essays and applications. I went to high school at the Downingtown STEM Academy and graduated May 2018 from the University of Alabama with a 4.2. I have a BS in Biology with minors in Social Work and Social Welfare. I will be graduating with an MD and MPH in May 2022. I tutor english, math, geometry, algebra, SAT, ACT, MCAT, USMLE chemistry, biology, organic chemistry, and writing along with other subjects. I've worked with rural students in Alabama, students in the Greater Philadelphia area, and students in urban areas. I believe education should be personalized and while schools can't provide this due to lack of resources, tutors are a great substitute for that. Education is the gateway to social mobility and happiness and I seek to prepare my student to meet their individual goals. I work to create an environment where the student can focus on understanding the material for their own understanding and not for others which significantly increases the students confidence in the subject matter and their desire to learn more.
Zachary
Calculus Tutor • +33 Subjects
I'm a PhD at Harvard studying German philosophy and classics (Greek and Latin). Next year, I will be starting law school to pursue my professional passion, tax law. I am deeply committed to the language and LSAT skills I've developed and I love to tutor students of all levels in these subjects. I can't imagine a life without teaching. My favorite part of teaching is helping students come to love -- or at least appreciate -- the details that make up complex subject matters. My favorite moment with any student is when the student realizes how fascinating a subject matter is after really mastering all of the "dry" details. When my students start internalizing the LSAT or languages I am teaching them, I know I am doing my job.
Jennifer
Calculus Tutor • +27 Subjects
I am thrilled to be a part of this platform where we can work together to further our educational pursuits. Currently, I am a Teacher Resident at the NYU Accelerated MAT program in Secondary English Education. This means that come September, I will be an ELA teacher working at a NY Public School. My intentions here are to hone in on my individuated mentoring practice as well as to provide rigorous tutoring and support for all my students. The key here is not just learning the subject material, but learning to learn well. Discipline and Agency are foundational! I look forward to meeting you and starting our learning journey.
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High school writers often struggle with three core areas: developing a clear thesis and supporting it with evidence, organizing ideas into a coherent structure, and moving beyond basic five-paragraph essay formats. Many students also wrestle with finding their authentic voice while meeting academic expectations, managing the revision process effectively, and understanding how to analyze texts deeply rather than summarizing them. A tutor can identify which of these areas needs the most attention and build targeted strategies to address them.
A tutor works with you to move beyond surface-level statements toward arguments that are specific, debatable, and worth proving. They'll help you ask better questions about your topic, test whether your thesis can actually be supported by evidence, and refine it through multiple drafts. This personalized feedback is crucial because a strong thesis shapes everything that follows—your evidence selection, paragraph organization, and overall argument strength.
Strong essay organization depends on your argument and audience, not a rigid formula. A tutor helps you move beyond the standard five-paragraph structure by teaching you how to create logical progressions between ideas, use topic sentences strategically, and build momentum toward your conclusion. They'll also show you how to use transitions and signposting to guide readers through your argument, and how to adjust your structure based on whether you're writing a literary analysis, persuasive essay, or research paper.
Effective revision happens in layers: first focus on big-picture issues like thesis clarity and argument structure, then move to paragraph-level concerns like evidence quality and topic sentence strength, and finally address sentence-level issues like grammar and word choice. A tutor teaches you to read your own work critically, identify what's working and what isn't, and prioritize changes that have the biggest impact on your argument. This staged approach prevents overwhelm and helps you develop revision skills you'll use long-term.
Literary analysis requires you to examine how an author uses specific techniques—dialogue, imagery, symbolism, point of view, tone—to create meaning and support a theme. A tutor teaches you to move from "what happens" to "how and why the author makes it happen," and to use textual evidence that actually proves your interpretation rather than just illustrating it. They'll also help you develop an analytical argument about the text rather than just describing its elements.
MLA is standard for humanities and literature courses (in-text citations with author and page number, Works Cited page), while APA is common in social sciences and some high school courses (in-text citations with author and year, References page). A tutor helps you understand not just the formatting rules but the reasoning behind them—why different disciplines prioritize different information. They'll also teach you how to integrate quotations smoothly into your own writing and how to avoid plagiarism through proper attribution.
Academic writing doesn't require you to sound robotic—it requires clarity, precision, and evidence-based reasoning, but your authentic voice can shine through word choices, sentence rhythm, and perspective. A tutor helps you identify what makes your voice distinctive, teaches you which conventions are flexible and which are essential, and shows you how to maintain your personality while meeting assignment requirements. This balance is especially important for essays where you're expected to take a position and defend it with conviction.
Personalized feedback targets your specific patterns and gaps rather than generic writing rules. A tutor can show you exactly where your argument breaks down, why a paragraph feels disconnected, or how to strengthen a weak piece of evidence—feedback that's impossible to get from a rubric or general writing guide. This one-on-one guidance accelerates improvement because you're addressing the actual issues in your writing, not just general writing tips.
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