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Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
2nd Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

Sentence structure, capitalization, and organizing ideas on the page — these are the building blocks Molly tackles daily as a 2nd grade classroom teacher. Her Northwestern education degree gave her intervention-level training in how young writers develop, so she knows exactly when a child is ready t...

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
2nd Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Second grade writing is all about building the confidence to put complete thoughts on paper — using capital letters, end punctuation, and connecting sentences into a short piece that makes sense. Allan keeps things hands-on and encouraging, turning sentence-building into something kids actually want...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Paula

Certified Tutor

Paula

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

Second-grade writing is all about building stamina and confidence — stretching a single idea into several sentences, using capital letters and periods consistently, and learning to reread and fix their own work. Paula keeps sessions playful and low-pressure, using picture prompts and storytelling ga...

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
2nd Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Teaching a second grader to write means celebrating the leap from sounding out words to forming whole sentences that tell a story or share an idea. Angela uses simple prompts and guided sentence starters to build confidence, then gradually hands over more control as a child's spelling and handwritin...

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
2nd Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Second graders are still bridging the gap between speaking and writing, so Hasan starts with what a child wants to say and then shows them how to get it onto the page — capitalizing the first word, ending with the right punctuation, spelling common sight words correctly. His patience and creativity ...

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
2nd Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Second grade writing is all about the basics: forming complete sentences, using punctuation correctly, and getting comfortable putting ideas into words. Dakota uses creative prompts — stories about favorite foods, animals, or adventures — to make writing feel like play rather than a chore. That warm...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Master's degree

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
ACT
33
Jennifer

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Jennifer

Masters, Theatre Directing
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
2nd Grade Writing
1st-6th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Second graders are just starting to put their thoughts into sentences and paragraphs, which means building confidence matters as much as building skills. Jennifer turns early writing exercises — simple narratives, opinion sentences, descriptive details — into something personal and fun, so kids actu...

Education

Trinity College Dublin

Masters, Theatre Directing

Julian

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Julian

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Julian's other Tutor Subjects
2nd Grade Writing
1st-5th Grade math
3rd-5th Grade Science
Calculus

Second grade writing is all about building stamina and confidence — stretching a single idea across multiple sentences and using capitals, periods, and spelling to make it readable. Julian turns this into a creative exercise, encouraging kids to write about topics they actually care about while gent...

Education

Boston College

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Jessalyn

Certified Tutor

Jessalyn

PHD, Philosophy
Jessalyn's other Tutor Subjects
2nd Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-6th Grade math
Calculus

Second grade writers are learning to put complete thoughts on paper — capitalizing the first word, ending with punctuation, and stretching a single idea across two or three sentences. Jessalyn makes this process concrete and encouraging, giving young writers the tools to move from spoken ideas to wr...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

PHD, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Allen

Certified Tutor

Allen

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Allen's other Tutor Subjects
2nd Grade Writing
1st-11th Grade math
1st-10th Grade Reading
AP Calculus AB

At the second-grade level, writing is really about bridging the gap between speaking and putting words on a page. Allen breaks this down into manageable pieces — forming complete sentences, using capital letters and periods correctly, and stringing ideas together so they make sense. His volunteer tu...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1580

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12th Grade math Tutor • +98 Subjects

I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me! Hobbies: writing, art, books, reading, music

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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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12th Grade math Tutor • +86 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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Adrianna

Elementary Math Tutor • +68 Subjects

I am a 7th grade English/Language Arts teacher at Gary Comer College Prep Middle School in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. I have also taught math in self-contained and remedial setting. Hobbies: running, art, books, reading, music, writing

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Leonid

5th Grade math Tutor • +49 Subjects

I am a motivated Mechanical Engineering student at UMass Amherst, with a strong passion for teaching. In my free time, I rock climb, dance, and build crazy robotics projects. I love helping students of all ages build understanding and excitement for various subjects. I believe that, with patience and the right set of tools, you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact that the right teacher can make a world of difference. I hope to work with you and help you accomplish whatever you set your mind to. Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, books

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Tara

10th Grade math Tutor • +71 Subjects

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Taylor

4th Grade math Tutor • +67 Subjects

I am currently a lead preschool teacher. I received my Bachelor's in Psychology from VCU and am looking to return to school to further my education. While in college, I worked as a Supplemental Instruction leader, teaching general biology and anatomy. I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to discover what approach and mediums work best for each student. I am available for in person as well as online tutoring.

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Myles

Calculus Tutor • +80 Subjects

I am confident that together we can uncover new perspectives and learning strategies that will reinvigorate your relationship to the material and improve your grades dramatically. Sometimes all that is necessary for an academic breakthrough is seeing old material from a new vantage point!

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Valerie

12th Grade math Tutor • +84 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Second graders typically struggle with translating their ideas into complete sentences, organizing thoughts into a logical sequence, and maintaining focus on a single topic. Many students also find it difficult to move beyond simple subject-verb-object sentences, add descriptive details, or understand when and how to use punctuation like periods and question marks. A tutor can help students work through each stage of the writing process—from brainstorming and planning to drafting and revising—rather than expecting them to produce polished writing on the first try.

Tutors work with students on sentence expansion techniques, like adding adjectives to describe nouns, using "because" to explain why something happened, or combining related ideas. For example, a tutor might help a student transform "I went to the park" into "I went to the sunny park and played on the swings because it was my favorite place." Through guided practice and positive feedback, students build confidence in adding details that make their writing more engaging and vivid.

At the 2nd grade level, organization typically starts with simple structures like beginning-middle-end or topic sentences with supporting details. Tutors often use visual tools like graphic organizers, story maps, or numbered lists to help students see how ideas fit together before they write. This concrete approach helps students understand that writing has a shape—it's not just random sentences—and gives them a roadmap to follow as they draft.

Effective feedback for young writers focuses on celebrating what they did well first, then gently introducing one or two specific areas for improvement. Instead of marking every error, tutors might say, "I love how you described the puppy! Let's add one more sentence to tell what the puppy did next." This approach builds confidence and helps students see revision as a natural part of writing, not a punishment for mistakes.

Strong phonics skills directly support writing because students can spell words more independently and focus their mental energy on expressing ideas rather than sounding out every word. If a student struggles with phonics, they may avoid using certain words or become frustrated during writing. A tutor can reinforce phonics patterns while students write, helping them apply what they're learning in reading to their writing—like using digraphs (ch, sh, th) or blends (st, br) in their sentences.

Second graders encounter a mix of writing types: narrative stories, simple informational pieces (like "All About Penguins"), friendly letters, lists, and journal entries. Each type requires different skills—stories need a sequence of events, informational writing needs facts and details, and letters need proper greeting and closing. Tutors help students understand the purpose of each type and practice the specific structures and language patterns that work best for each one.

At this level, the focus should be on getting ideas down on paper first, with spelling and grammar as secondary concerns during drafting. Tutors help students understand that invented spelling is a normal part of learning, and that proofreading for capitals, periods, and common sight words comes after the writing is complete. This balance keeps students engaged in the creative process while gradually building conventional writing skills through targeted, mini-lessons on specific patterns or rules.

Many 2nd graders tire quickly or feel they've finished after one or two sentences. Tutors build writing stamina through strategies like encouraging students to add more details with questions ("What did it look like? How did it feel?"), using graphic organizers to plan multiple ideas before writing, and celebrating progress in small increments. Breaking longer writing tasks into manageable chunks—such as writing one paragraph at a time or focusing on one idea per session—helps students develop confidence and endurance.

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