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Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

By 5th grade, students are expected to write multi-paragraph pieces with clear organization and supporting details, but many still struggle to move from brainstorming to a coherent draft. Molly spent years teaching in elementary classrooms and uses graphic organizers, sentence stems, and step-by-ste...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Allan

Certified Tutor

Allan

Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Allan's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Fifth graders are expected to write organized essays with introductions, body paragraphs, and conclusions for the first time, and that structure can feel intimidating. Allan walks students through each piece individually, from crafting a clear topic sentence to choosing details that actually support...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Paula

Certified Tutor

Paula

Bachelor in Arts
Paula's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
2nd-8th Grade math
3rd-8th Grade Science

At the fifth-grade level, writing instruction often splits into three lanes — opinion pieces, informational reports, and narratives — and each one requires a different set of moves. Paula unpacks those differences explicitly, showing students how an opinion essay needs reasons and evidence while a n...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32
Angela

Certified Tutor

Angela

Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

At the fifth-grade level, writing becomes about more than getting words on the page — students need to learn how introductions set up a topic, how body paragraphs stay focused, and how to revise their own drafts with fresh eyes. Angela teaches each of these skills as concrete, repeatable steps rathe...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Hasan

Certified Tutor

Hasan

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts
Hasan's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

At the fifth-grade level, the leap from narrative writing to opinion and informational pieces can feel overwhelming. Hasan breaks down each genre into clear steps — claim, reasons, evidence — so students know exactly what belongs in each paragraph. His classroom teaching experience means he knows ho...

Education

Brown University

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Dakota

Certified Tutor

Dakota

Master's degree
Dakota's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Fifth grade is when students first encounter opinion and informational essays that require planning before writing. Dakota teaches brainstorming and outlining as genuine tools rather than busywork, showing students how a quick plan makes drafting faster and less stressful. That practical, no-nonsens...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Master's degree

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
ACT
33
Julian

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Julian

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Julian's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-5th Grade math
3rd-5th Grade Science
Calculus

At the fifth grade level, opinion writing and informational reports start demanding more than just "I think" statements — students need reasons, evidence, and logical order. Julian teaches kids to build paragraphs around a single clear idea and connect those paragraphs with transition words that act...

Education

Boston College

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Jennifer

Certified Tutor

Jennifer

Masters, Theatre Directing
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
1st-6th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Fifth grade is where writing shifts from simple storytelling to structured paragraphs with topic sentences, supporting details, and conclusions — and that leap can feel overwhelming. Jennifer eases students into this structure by connecting it to storytelling instincts they already have, showing how...

Education

Trinity College Dublin

Masters, Theatre Directing

David

Certified Tutor

David

Master of Arts, English Adolescent Education
David's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
5th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Strong fifth-grade writing comes down to a few key habits: planning before drafting, using transition words that actually link ideas, and revising instead of just fixing spelling. David teaches each of these as a distinct, learnable skill rather than expecting students to absorb them by osmosis. His...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Master of Arts, English Adolescent Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, English

Meagan

Certified Tutor

Meagan

Masters, Education Policy and Management
Meagan's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Writing
4th-9th Grade Reading
Elementary Math
Calculus

Fifth graders are at the exact stage where they transition from simple paragraphs to structured multi-paragraph essays — organizing ideas with topic sentences, supporting details, and conclusions. Meagan taught this transition as a middle school teacher and knows how to make the jump feel manageable...

Education

Harvard Graduate School of Education

Masters, Education Policy and Management

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Political Science; Spanish; Education

Test Scores
SAT
1590

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Allen

11th Grade math Tutor • +66 Subjects

I am an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University who is pursuing a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science. My experience in tutoring environments entails working at a learning center teaching mathematics and serving as a volunteer in various mentorship and tutoring programs. While I have taught various subjects such as financial literacy and music, I especially love to work with students in mathematics as well as SAT preparation. Hobbies: art, books, hiking, nature, reading, cooking, music, writing

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Nima

12th Grade math Tutor • +98 Subjects

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Felice

8th Grade math Tutor • +57 Subjects

I am a graduate of Rutgers College - Undergraduate Business School. I received my Bachelor of Science in Finance with a minor in English. I believe that students learn best when taught in an engaging and energetic way but also believe that it is only through patience and an individualized approach that you can you truly understand the way that a student comprehends and retains that knowledge. I work hard to encompass creativity, energy, and patience in the ways that I teach. My passion for education and learning began in high school where I regularly tutored Math and English to students of all ages. For the past 9 years, I worked in the Financial Services industry in various finance and human resources roles. This experience allowed me to work with all different types of people and helped me develop my skills for understanding unique personalities and how different individuals are motivated. Throughout my career post-college, I continue to be involved in the Learning & Development of my colleagues and often create training guides and conduct training sessions on various relevant topics such as computer skills and financial applications. I am extremely excited and fortunate to have the opportunity to work with students again and in an area where my true passion has always been: education. In my spare time, I love being with friends and family, discovering food festivals around NYC and finding any excuse to travel.

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Adrianna

Elementary Math Tutor • +68 Subjects

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Tara

10th Grade math Tutor • +71 Subjects

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Brianna

10th Grade math Tutor • +149 Subjects

I am a currently a high school mathematics teacher. I graduated from the University of Richmond majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults on business skills, marketing and social media.

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Syeda

11th Grade math Tutor • +80 Subjects

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Kelsey

8th Grade math Tutor • +91 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fifth graders often struggle with organizing their thoughts into multi-paragraph essays, moving beyond simple sentence structures, and developing ideas with specific details and examples. Many students also find it difficult to maintain a consistent voice throughout their writing, understand when to use different writing styles (narrative vs. informative vs. opinion), and self-edit for clarity. Additionally, transitioning from basic grammar rules to more complex punctuation (like semicolons and complex sentences) can be challenging at this level.

A tutor can teach your child to use graphic organizers and outlining strategies before writing, helping them map out their main idea, supporting details, and conclusion before putting pen to paper. Tutors work with students to understand the purpose of each paragraph—introduction, body paragraphs with evidence, and conclusion—and show them how to use topic sentences and transitions to guide readers through their ideas. Through personalized feedback on actual writing samples, tutors help students see where their organization breaks down and practice revising for clarity.

Tutors help students recognize that good writing sounds like a real person, not a textbook, and encourage them to use specific word choices and varied sentence lengths to create interest. They might have students read mentor texts—examples of well-written pieces in different styles—and discuss what makes the writing engaging or effective. Through guided practice and feedback, tutors show students how to balance following writing conventions with expressing their personality, helping them understand that voice develops through reading widely and writing frequently.

Tutors teach students to separate revision (reorganizing ideas, adding details, clarifying meaning) from editing (fixing grammar and spelling), since trying to do both at once can be overwhelming. They often use a structured approach where students first read their work aloud to catch awkward phrasing, then focus on one type of edit at a time—checking for run-on sentences, then spelling, then punctuation. Tutors also help students learn to use peer feedback and self-editing checklists, building independence so they can apply these skills to future assignments.

Many 5th graders state ideas but struggle to back them up with specific examples, facts, or descriptive details. Tutors teach students to ask themselves "Why?" and "How do you know?" after each main point, then practice adding sensory details, specific examples, or relevant facts that prove their point. For opinion and informative writing, tutors help students understand the difference between general statements and evidence, using mentor texts and guided practice to show how strong writers support their ideas with concrete details rather than vague generalizations.

Fifth graders encounter narrative, informative, and opinion writing, each with different purposes and structures. Tutors help students recognize that a personal narrative needs vivid details and dialogue to bring a story to life, while an informative essay requires facts and explanations organized by topic, and an opinion piece needs a clear stance with logical reasons and supporting evidence. By analyzing examples of each type and practicing the unique features, students learn to adjust their approach based on the assignment rather than using the same formula for everything.

Tutors help students understand that grammar rules are tools for making writing clearer and more powerful, not restrictions on creativity. They focus on the grammar skills most important at the 5th grade level—complex sentences, proper punctuation, subject-verb agreement—while showing how these skills actually help readers understand ideas better. Rather than marking every error, tutors prioritize teaching patterns (like comma usage in compound sentences) and encourage students to experiment with sentence variety and word choice, knowing that some "rule-breaking" in service of voice and style is actually sophisticated writing.

Tutors work with reluctant writers by breaking assignments into smaller, manageable steps, celebrating progress on individual skills rather than waiting for a "perfect" final product. They help students see that all writers struggle with drafting and revision, and that getting ideas on paper messily is the first step—not the final step. By providing immediate, encouraging feedback on specific strengths and offering concrete strategies for improvement, tutors help students build confidence and realize that writing is a skill that improves with practice and support.

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