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Christine
I am a writer and recent MFA graduate in Creative Writing and Screenwriting from Antioch University, Los Angeles. I received my Honors Undergrad Bachelor of Arts Degree in English at University of Toronto, Canada. I have fiction editorial experience with the online literary journal, "Lunch Ticket,...
Antioch University-Los Angeles
MFA

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2+ years
Angelica
I am a certified elementary school teacher. I have worked in education for over 12 years. I started as a paraprofessional in Pre-K and then moved to being a paraprofessional in an elementary school grades 3-5. After graduating with my degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, I became a ...
Grand Canyon University
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Bilal
As a dedicated tutor with over three years of experience, I am passionate about helping students succeed in their academic journey. Currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences at Arizona State University, I bring a unique blend of enthusiasm and expertise to my teaching approach. ...
Arizona State University
Bachelor's (in progress)

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Karthikeyan
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Biological Sciences with a 3.96 GPA, and I am currently continuing my academic journey through advanced medical and graduate-level coursework. My education has given me a strong foundation not only in the life sciences but also in interdisciplinary f...
Central Washington University
Bachelor's

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Abigail
I'm an enthusiastic educator, who likes to create child based lessons. I have spent over six years dedicated to unlocking potential across all age groups. With eight years of Psychology studies, and a B.S. in Criminal Justice, I bring a structured yet engaging approach to subjects ranging from eleme...
AIU
Bachelor's

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2+ years
Owasif
Hi! My name is Owasif and I have over 6 years of experience teaching K-5th grade. I'm a dedicated tutor who will put your child's success at the top of my list. I'll ensure every child gets the tutoring they need to succeed in class and beyond.
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Kayla
Hi! I'm Kayla. I hold a BA from Brigham Young University and recently completed my MFA at Hollins University, where I gained valuable experience teaching and mentoring students. I specialize in academic writing, research organization, thesis development, and revising for clarity and flow. I also sup...
Hollins University
Master's/Graduate
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Undergraduate Degree

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2+ years
Alexis
As a passionate educator with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, I bring over 2 years of tutoring experience in subjects such as Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pharmacology. I have experience working with kindergarten - 8th Grade childre...
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Catherine
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and ESL, as well as a Master's degree in Literacy and additional certifications in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Curriculum & Instruction. I've spent the last several years teaching first and second grade, and I bring a d...
Missouri State University
Master's/Graduate
Illinois State University
Bachelor

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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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By 5th grade, students should be moving beyond simple plot summaries to identify theme, character motivation, and how authors use literary devices like metaphor, simile, and symbolism. They're also expected to support their ideas with specific evidence from the text and understand how setting influences character development. A tutor can help students practice these skills through guided close reading, where they learn to annotate texts, ask deeper questions about author's purpose, and connect literary elements to the overall meaning of a story.
Many 5th graders struggle with organizing their thoughts into a clear essay format—moving from a strong introduction with a thesis statement, to body paragraphs with topic sentences and evidence, to a conclusion that reinforces their main idea. A tutor provides personalized feedback on your student's drafts, helping them see where ideas are unclear or where they need more textual support. Through guided practice with outlining and paragraph mapping, students develop the organizational skills needed to write coherent literary analysis and persuasive essays about texts they've read.
5th graders often struggle with inferencing—understanding what's implied rather than directly stated—and distinguishing between main ideas and supporting details in longer texts. They may also have difficulty tracking multiple characters or plot threads, especially in chapter books and novels. Tutoring helps students develop comprehension strategies like predicting, questioning while reading, and summarizing to check understanding. A tutor can work with your student on texts at their level, building confidence and stamina for reading more complex literature.
5th graders often describe what a character does but struggle to explain why they act that way or how they change throughout a story. Tutoring focuses on teaching students to analyze character traits, motivations, and growth by examining specific scenes and dialogue. A tutor might ask guided questions like "What does this action tell us about the character's values?" or "How would the story be different if the character had made a different choice?" This deeper analysis helps students write more sophisticated character essays and discussions.
At this age, students are often overly concerned with "sounding smart" and write stiffly, losing their natural voice in the process. Tutoring helps students understand that good writing is clear and authentic—using vivid details and varied sentence structures while staying true to their own perspective. Through revision exercises and reading mentor texts, students learn to balance formal academic writing with personality. A tutor provides feedback that encourages students to take risks with word choice and style while maintaining clarity and organization.
Many 5th graders make good observations about a book but struggle to back them up with specific quotes or examples from the text. Tutoring teaches students how to select relevant evidence, introduce it smoothly, and explain how it supports their point—rather than just dropping in a quote and moving on. A tutor models this process repeatedly, showing students how to find the strongest examples and practice integrating evidence into their writing. Over time, students internalize this skill and write more convincing literary analysis essays.
5th graders encounter more sophisticated vocabulary in literature, and while some students can look up definitions, they struggle to understand how word choice affects tone and meaning. Tutoring helps students develop context clue strategies and understand that authors choose specific words intentionally. A tutor might explore how a character is described as "meek" versus "shy" and discuss what each word reveals about the author's perspective. This deeper vocabulary work strengthens both reading comprehension and writing quality as students apply these words to their own work.
Many 5th graders view revision as just fixing spelling and grammar rather than rethinking ideas and organization. A tutor provides targeted feedback on specific areas—like "Your introduction doesn't clearly state your main idea" or "This paragraph needs more evidence"—helping students understand what to revise and why. Through guided practice with revision strategies like color-coding evidence, reordering paragraphs, or expanding weak sections, students develop independence in improving their own work. This personalized approach is far more effective than generic comments, helping students become stronger writers over time.
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