Thandiwe - Literacy Tutor - Brooklyn
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Thandiwe - Literacy Tutor - Brooklyn

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Thandiwe

  • Rate US$18
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Thandiwe - Literacy Tutor - Brooklyn

US$18/hr

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

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  • Literacy
  • Creative Writing
  • Classic Literature
  • Proofreading

Howard U grad and NYU Master's Candidate, and published essayist/writer/poet offering one-on-one developmental, editorial, and creative support in essays, fiction, poetry, and more.

  • Literacy
  • Creative Writing
  • Classic Literature
  • Proofreading

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About Thandiwe

I’m a published writer and essayist with work featured in over a dozen international magazines and journals, and I’ve exhibited work internationally. I am currently continuing my studies in writing at NYU.

As a tutor, I offer clear, structured, and thoughtful guidance tailored to each student’s goals. My approach combines close reading, direct feedback, and practical revision strategies so you not only improve a single piece, but also develop skills you can apply to become a writer. I can also offer connections in the writing industry as well.

I take professionalism seriously; sessions are focused, prepared, and respectful of your time. You can expect honest, constructive feedback delivered in a way that is both rigorous and supportive.

Whether you’re working on academic writing, personal essays, or fiction, I aim to help you gain confidence in your voice and produce work that feels intentional, polished, and fully your own.

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About the lesson

  • Compulsory School
  • Secondary School
  • Higher Education
  • +5
  • levels :

    Compulsory School

    Secondary School

    Higher Education

    Adult Education

    Master

    Doctorate

    MBA

    Pre-School

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My approach is direct, intuitive, and centered on developing the writer rather than rigid rules. I can help you understand what your work is actually doing, where it’s holding back, where it’s strongest, and how to push it further with intention.

In a typical session, we focus on your work. This might mean reading and discussing a draft, identifying what’s not working, restructuring sections, or going line by line to refine language, tone, and rhythm. If you’re earlier in the process, we develop ideas together and build something solid from the start.

What sets me apart is that I treat your writing seriously. I’m not interested in surface-level edits or generic advice. I give honest, specific feedback that helps you grow, while still protecting what’s unique about your voice.

These lessons are for anyone working on essays, fiction, or creative nonfiction, whether you’re a student, an emerging writer, or someone returning to writing and wanting to improve with focused, thoughtful guidance.

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Rates

Rate

  • US$18

Pack prices

  • 5h: US$90
  • 10h: US$180

online

  • US$18/h

free lessons

The first free lesson with Thandiwe will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 1hr

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