Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving St. Paul, MN

...forward to returning to the stage as the world opens up! My areas of expertise include English Literature, (BA, Carleton College, 1983), Acting and Shakespearean performance (National Shakespeare Conservatory, 1991), and Educational Theater (New York University, 1997). Educational Theater encompasses a wide variety of practices, including, but not limited to performance skills. Theater and drama...

...getting my TEFL certificate in 2017, I volunteer taught English at Neighborhood House and Open Door Learning Center. I started my current full-time EFL job in Sept. 2018. Two of my favorite hobbies are travelling and cross-cultural friendships. I live and teach English in Thailand now, and I love exploring the country with my Thai...

...a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Spanish. In my experience, helping struggling students better understand the grammar and structure of language is the key to helping them succeed in all areas of life. I am a firm believer that every student has the ability to improve with patience, clear...

...feedback--and show an eagerness to grow--are the most rewarding to work with. I believe that written communication is one of the most valuable skills one can master, and that all students, regardless of their past experiences with writing instruction, can become effective communicators of their ideas. I relish the feeling of writing something meaningful and...

...I have experience in legal writing/editing, screenwriting, and journalism, making me a great copy editor. My kind and patient nature allow me to offer objective feedback without diminishing the confidence of the student. I also love helping young writers find their voice! I'm a firm believer that you don't have to give up your creative...

...to the University we had 26 languages spoke there! I use a friendly and straightforward teaching style to create a positive learning relationship. I've learned the quality and depth of your education makes for having many choices in your life. I tutor Creative Writing, Elementary Reading and Writing, English, Reading, and Writing.

...for helping students see themselves, their abilities, and their relationship to reading, writing, and literature, in positive new ways. I have also enjoyed working as a preceptor for several college courses in English Literature, where I helped students refine their academic writing and perform deeper analyses of a variety of dense, complex texts. In my...

...English, AP Literature and Critical Reasoning, Debate, and with test prep. I am an effective tutor with an excellent ability to listen with care and zero in on the task conceptually and analytically. My listening skills and pre-assessment skills help students to quickly break down and grasp the steps involved in tackling the assignment successfully....

...instruction from a professional academic and scholar, I'm your man! Teaching is my life; I love connecting with students and helping them accomplish their goals. I grew up in New England and moved out to the Twin Cities for school. I stayed because it's a lovely place to be. In addition to literature, I also...

...to get them better prepared for whatever they want to learn more about! I excel in English, Writing, and Literature but, I also enjoy tutoring other subjects! I like to make sure that my tutorees are learning concepts and strategies they can apply on their own so they can work individually in the future!

...an AVID tutor, substitute teacher, entrepreneur, and author. I currently have a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, but have a diverse knowledge of multiple subjects, my favorite being the social sciences and English. Specializing with AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, allows me to work with individuals of varying backgrounds. Fun facts...

I am committed to teaching concepts as well as possible and making them fun! I love working with students and opening up worlds that have not been previously known.

...prepare for the reading comprehension portion of the GED exam. As time progressed, I worked with students of all ages in many different subjects. It is essential for students to connect with the subjects. Children are naturally curious about the world around them. Moreover, I find that they enjoy discovering the connecting with acquiring a...

...and I now want to become a full time tutor. What I really love about tutoring is the relationship that is formed between student and tutor. I like to really get to know a student so I can learn how to help him or her best. It is important to me that a student is...

...a rock climber, writer and owner of a farmer's market stand! I believe that good writing is concise, clear and to the point. The first priority is always the argument or thesis. Everything else--grammar, syntax, vocabulary--comes next. Apart from that, it's important to know that writing doesn't have to be boring. If a student is...

...content, and just need guidance to organize what they are trying to say. I can help students pinpoint what they are trying to express, and how to best make their argument. Conventions are a set of rules that help us understand each other in writing. This includes the basics of spelling, grammar, and punctuations. I...

...Minor. My strengths are essay writing, college-level reading and writing, GRE verbal/analytical writing prep, and conversational Spanish. I believe that tutoring should be collaborative and that the tutor and client need to work together for the client's success. I also believe that all tutoring should build upon previous knowledge. I look forward to working with...

...in place so that students can succeed on their own. That means my approach adapts to a student's individual strengths, interests, and goals. I have a deep respect for the process of learning. In my experiences as a learner and a teacher, I have seen how small strategies make a big difference, and I am...