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Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

Sixth grade writing often introduces the first real expectations around structured essays and evidence-based responses, which can feel like a huge leap from elementary assignments. Molly's classroom experience spanning 2nd through 4th grade gives her a clear picture of what skills students are arriv...

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
6th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

The jump into sixth grade writing means learning to back up opinions with actual evidence and structure ideas across multiple paragraphs. Allan breaks down the planning process — brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising — so students stop staring at a blank page and start building arguments step...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Eric

Certified Tutor

Eric

Bachelor in Arts
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade math
6th-8th Grade Science
Pre-Algebra

At the sixth-grade level, writing clicks when students stop seeing it as one big task and start treating it as a series of small, manageable steps — brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising. Eric breaks down each stage so students can see their ideas take shape on the page. His collaborative sty...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32
Maddy

Certified Tutor

Maddy

B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)
Maddy's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

At the 6th-grade level, writing shifts from storytelling to structured argument, and that leap can feel overwhelming. Maddy tackles it by teaching students to outline before they draft — mapping claims, reasons, and supporting details so the blank page feels less intimidating. Rated 5.0 by students,...

Education

Harvard University

B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

Paula

Certified Tutor

Paula

Bachelor in Arts
Paula's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
2nd-8th Grade math
3rd-8th Grade Science

Sixth grade is where many students encounter their first real research-based writing assignments, and the leap from personal narratives to evidence-supported paragraphs can be jarring. Paula teaches the nuts and bolts — how to paraphrase without copying, how to introduce a source, how to organize no...

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
6th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Sixth grade is where writing assignments start asking students to support opinions with evidence and organize ideas into coherent multi-paragraph responses. Angela walks students through the mechanics of that shift: how to pick a clear position, find relevant details from a text, and arrange them in...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Madeline

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Madeline

Bachelors
Madeline's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
1st-10th Grade math
3rd-8th Grade Science
5th-9th Grade Reading

Sixth grade writing often marks the jump from simple summaries to actual opinion and informational pieces, and that transition trips up a lot of students. Madeline, a lifelong writer and reader rated 5.0 by her students, walks kids through brainstorming, organizing evidence, and writing conclusions ...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Hasan

Certified Tutor

Hasan

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts
Hasan's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Sixth grade is where writing shifts from simple paragraphs to structured essays with real arguments — topic sentences, supporting evidence, transitions between ideas. Hasan teaches these building blocks through engaging prompts and revision exercises, drawing on his Brown Literary Arts degree and da...

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
6th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Sixth grade writing sits at an awkward crossroads — students are expected to organize multi-paragraph responses but often haven't been taught how to transition between ideas or structure a real introduction. Dakota tackles organization as a thinking skill, not just a formatting rule, so students und...

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
6th Grade Writing
1st-5th Grade math
3rd-5th Grade Science
Calculus

Sixth grade writing asks students to do something genuinely new: organize their thinking into multi-paragraph pieces with real structure and transitions. Julian approaches this by teaching students to outline before they draft, showing them how topic sentences act as signposts that hold an essay tog...

Education

Boston College

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1430

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I am a passionate educator with over eight years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have worked with many different kinds of learners during my career as a public school teacher, and I understand that every student has their own unique way of growing and of mastering skills. I have experience teaching a wide variety of literature and non-fiction texts and am very familiar with the Common Core and its emphasis on research skills. I especially enjoy teaching writing; I myself love to write and I teach students a clear process for approaching challenging essay assignments. Above all, I believe that learning should be meaningful and enjoyable and that any academic task is part of a student's personal journey of discovery.

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Nima

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Jessalyn

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I am “HQ” (Highly Qualified) certified to teach Social Studies for grades 7-12. I currently teach a sophomore level ethics class at St. Edwards University. I taught several classes at The University of Texas at Austin as a Doctoral Candidate, where I also earned my M.A. in Philosophy. At the University of Southern California, I earned my B.A. with Departmental Honors along with the Discovery Scholar’s award for excellence in independent research. I have been tutoring and teaching for eleven years, with a primary emphasis on developing my students’ writing and critical thinking skills.

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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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Joanne

Calculus Tutor • +52 Subjects

I'm well-versed in teaching students with a wide range of skills and learning styles. I graduated with Honors from Santa Clara University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a specialization in Teaching English. In May 2015, I will graduate with my Masters in Educational Studies from the University of Michigan. I am passionate about teaching students to become critical readers and writers who use their communication skills to reach their goals and connect with others. I have over seven years of tutoring experience and have tutored students in reading and writing from middle school to the graduate level.

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Amy

Calculus Tutor • +46 Subjects

I am greatly passionate about (writing and literature), to help this student gain confidence in her learning abilities and get to a point where, instead of being discouraged, she could actually enjoy learning. I especially loved the moments when she reached a breakthrough in her understanding of a concept and was so happy that I had been able to use my knowledge to enhance her understanding and enjoyment of a topic. I tutored through out high school and continue to tutor in college as I help other students to realize their potential and achieve their goals. Hobbies: books, music, art, nature, reading, writing

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Meagan

Elementary Math Tutor • +65 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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Emily

Middle School Math Tutor • +41 Subjects

I'm a state certified teacher with many years of experience teaching and tutoring both in and out of the classroom, and I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals. I hope to get to know you in person soon, but until then, here are my qualifications and interests. See you soon! Qualifications: -Graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University with a BA in Classics, Greek focus, and a minor in Japanese. -Graduated with Merit (UK equivalent of a 3.0 GPA) from The University of Nottingham in England, Master's in Ancient History. -Texas state certified to teach English both level and advanced for grades 9-12. -More than a decade of tutoring experience in English language arts, foreign language, and study skills; five years of classroom teaching experience: one year at a private academy of students with learning differences and disabilities and four years in public school. -Have taught students as young as 8 years old and as old as 63 -Coached and ran academic clubs and extracurricular clubs such as state spelling and writing competitions and creative writing clubs. -My proudest accomplishments to date include teaching an elementary student to love classical literature and one of my Latin students going on to join and excel in college translation courses as only a junior in high school. Interests: -Reading and creative writing such as short stories, poetry, and even fanfiction! -Singing: I hope to resume voice lessons soon! -Jogging -Watching foreign television such as anime or BBC programs -And of course studying languages!

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12th Grade math Tutor • +86 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sixth graders typically struggle with organizing their ideas into a clear structure, especially when moving beyond simple narratives to essays with introductions, body paragraphs, and conclusions. Many students also find it difficult to develop a thesis statement and support it with relevant evidence, rather than just listing facts. Additionally, 6th graders often write in a flat, repetitive style and need help finding their voice—learning when to be formal versus casual, and how to make their writing more engaging through varied sentence structure and word choice.

A tutor breaks down essay structure into manageable pieces, starting with helping students identify a clear main idea and craft a thesis statement that goes beyond a simple topic. They work through the writing process step-by-step—from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and revising—rather than expecting students to produce a finished essay all at once. Tutors also provide personalized feedback on each paragraph, showing students how to connect their evidence back to their thesis and eliminate irrelevant details that weaken their argument.

Many 6th graders see revision as punishment or a sign they did something wrong, when it's actually a normal part of how professional writers work. A tutor reframes revision as an opportunity to make good writing great, focusing on one element at a time—first for ideas and organization, then for sentence-level improvements like clarity and variety. By reading their work aloud together and asking questions like "Does this sentence support your main point?" or "Can you say this in a more interesting way?", tutors help students see revision as problem-solving rather than criticism.

Developing voice means helping students move beyond formulaic writing and sound like themselves on the page. Tutors encourage this by having students read mentor texts—published writing by authors their age or slightly older—and identify what makes certain sentences interesting or memorable. They also give students permission to experiment with word choice, sentence length, and tone, while teaching the difference between informal voice (appropriate for personal narratives) and academic voice (needed for essays). Through regular writing practice with feedback, students gradually discover their natural style and confidence in expressing ideas.

Ideas come first—a student should get their thoughts organized and clearly expressed before worrying about every comma and semicolon. Tutors help students understand that grammar and mechanics are tools for making ideas clearer, not the main goal of writing. During early drafts, the focus is on content and organization; grammar and style refinement happen during revision. This approach keeps students from getting stuck trying to be perfect on the first attempt, which is one of the biggest causes of writer's block in 6th grade.

Many 6th grade writing assignments require students to read a text and respond to it—whether that's analyzing a character, explaining what an author meant, or using evidence from a story to support an opinion. If a student struggles to understand what they've read, their writing will be vague or inaccurate. Tutors help by teaching close reading strategies—like annotating key details, asking questions about the text, and identifying the author's main message—so that students have strong source material to draw from when they write. This builds both comprehension and writing skills simultaneously.

At 6th grade, literary analysis moves beyond simple plot summaries to explaining how and why characters act, what a story's theme is, and how an author uses techniques like dialogue or description to convey meaning. Rather than just saying "the character was brave," students learn to point to specific moments in the text and explain what they reveal. Tutors guide students through this by asking questions like "What does this scene tell us about the character?" and "How would the story be different if this didn't happen?", helping them build the habit of supporting their ideas with textual evidence—a skill that becomes essential in higher grades.

In a classroom of 25+ students, teachers often provide brief comments or a grade, leaving students unsure how to improve. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, a tutor can spend time on the specific patterns in a student's writing—whether that's weak transitions, underdeveloped paragraphs, or unclear thesis statements—and work through examples together. Tutors also tailor their feedback to each student's learning style, using conferences where they talk through ideas before writing, or working through revision strategies that match how that particular student thinks best.

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