Calabasas, CA Writing Tutors

Whether it's poetry or prose, we've got this.

Having worked as a professional writer and also having taught at both the elementary school and at the college level, I have the capability to help with any writing need. Including essays, research papers, articles, biographies, summaries, etc.

Is your child is struggling to grasp key concepts in his or her language arts class? Are you a student working on a large-scale term paper, or preparing for the SAT or AP exams? Or a high schooler looking to build the best college acceptance essay possible? Whatever your or your child's age or grade level, I will provide the instruction needed to accomplish your or your child's academic goals. I make writing fun and productive by setting challenging yet realistic goals and providing engaging lesson plans that will drive the student to be attentive and engaged. My lessons go beyond simply explaining the rules of grammar and sentence structure, but truly teaching each student how to proactively apply the concepts of language arts to daily life to fully absorb the subject matter and create a foundation to build upon in the years to come. My goal is to unlock each student's unique writer's voice and give him or her the confidence and technique to tackle any writing assignment, from ...

I have been writing for an online arts magazine for the past five years, so I believe I can provide my students with some great tools in their writing process. Whether it's creative writing or essay writing, I can help you organize and articulate your thoughts and opinions.

I'm great with structure, word choice, meaning, and intention. I can help with every stage, from brainstorming and helping you organize your thoughts to proofreading and making it shine before you hand it in.

I've had a book published and have written for a multi-national newspaper. I also got A grades right up until I finished college with English and Creative Writing. My style of teaching is very relaxed and informal, I want students to feel they can be equals with me, and gain confidence and be proud of their work. I set homework but I also encourage students to get creative in their own time and to show initiative! The most rewarding thing is that with writing, you can nowadays find so many outlets for your work - the sky's the limit!

Lessons can involve looking at literature and different styles of writing, as well as finding something that sparks the imagination and interest. I work especially well with young teens and pre-teens, as well as those who are looking to further their writing skills.

I have loved writing stories from a young age and have since fine-tuned my skills through USC's Thematic Option Honors Writing program. From creative writing to analytical research papers, I have been published and even presented my writing at a conference. I have ample practice editing others' papers, and I will make sure your personal voice shines in your writing!

I can help with:
-Essays/Theses/Research/Proofreading: I excel at understanding and synthesizing complex ideas quickly, and assisting the student succinctly and clearly communicate their ideas.
-Marketing Plans/Projects: I am a professional copywriter and marketer, having freelanced in finance and technology for the past seven years.
-College Applications and Personal statements: I've helped students from humanities to sciences get into schools of their choice!

Growing up with a writing professor as a parent has helped instill in me valuable skills to have for writing. Because of her, along with the great English teachers I have I am able to write an in class essay in 45 minutes in a breeze and write a take home essay without a struggle. Now, let me help you. Let me teach you the tricks that my mother and teachers taught me so that writing is no longer a challenge for you!