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Molly
Decimals, volume, and the coordinate plane all land in 5th grade at once, and each one demands a slightly different kind of thinking. Molly taught 4th graders in the classroom, so she knows precisely what her 5th grade students learned the year before and where the gaps tend to hide. She connects ne...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Sarah
Fifth grade is where multiplication and division of multi-digit numbers meet fractions for the first time, and the collision can be overwhelming. Sarah zeroes in on number sense — making sure a student can estimate whether an answer is reasonable before they ever pick up a pencil to compute. That in...
Providence College
Masters, Secondary Education
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors, Psychology
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Richard
Fifth grade is when fractions, decimals, and volume calculations all converge, and many students need someone who can explain the same idea three different ways until one clicks. Richard has that versatility — his career spans lecturing college biology courses and tutoring elementary students, so he...
Northwestern University
PHD, Biology and Public Health
Emory University
Bachelors, Biology and Spanish
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Fractions, decimals, and volume calculations dominate fifth grade math, and each one requires a slightly different way of thinking about numbers. Eric excels at showing students how these topics connect — why dividing fractions is really multiplying by a reciprocal, or how decimal place value mirror...
University of Chicago
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Harleen
I am a Molecular Engineering major at the University of Chicago, I am currently taking time off to focus on other aspects of my career but I don't want to stop tutoring outside college campus!. I am a child of immigrants and have spent my life tutoring my siblings and younger students, and I loved...
University of Chicago
BS
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
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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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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5th grade math in Chicago typically focuses on building conceptual understanding of fractions, decimals, and multi-digit multiplication and division. Students also work with volume, area, coordinate graphing, and begin to see how mathematical concepts connect to real-world situations. The curriculum emphasizes not just getting the right answer, but understanding the strategies and reasoning behind problem-solving.
Word problems require students to translate language into mathematical operations—a skill that's different from computation alone. Many students can do the math but get stuck identifying what operation to use or organizing multi-step problems. Personalized tutoring helps students break down word problems into manageable pieces, identify key information, and develop a consistent strategy for tackling unfamiliar problems.
Showing work reveals a student's thinking process, helping teachers identify where misconceptions occur—not just whether the final answer is correct. This shift from procedural to conceptual understanding is critical at this grade level. When tutors work with students, they focus on explaining the reasoning behind each step, which builds deeper understanding and makes it easier for students to tackle new, unfamiliar problems independently.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling rushed or confused in a classroom setting. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows students to work at their own pace, ask questions without hesitation, and build confidence through small wins. When students understand the 'why' behind concepts rather than just memorizing procedures, they develop a sense of control and capability that reduces anxiety over time.
Fractions and decimals are abstract concepts that benefit greatly from visual models and real-world connections. Rather than relying on rules and procedures, effective tutoring uses manipulatives, number lines, and practical examples (like sharing pizza or measuring ingredients) to help students see how fractions and decimals represent parts of a whole. Once students grasp the concept visually, the procedures make much more sense.
Varsity Tutors connects Chicago families with expert tutors who understand the 5th grade curriculum and know how to explain concepts in ways that click for each student. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss your student's specific challenges—whether it's fractions, multi-step problems, or building confidence—so the tutoring is tailored to what your child needs most.
The first session is typically a chance for the tutor and student to get to know each other and identify specific areas where the student needs support. The tutor will assess your child's current understanding, discuss goals, and create a personalized plan. This foundation ensures that subsequent sessions are focused and productive, addressing the exact challenges your student faces.
Many students show improved confidence and understanding within a few sessions, especially when tutoring targets specific pain points like word problems or fractions. Consistent tutoring over several weeks typically leads to noticeable gains in both performance and attitude toward math. The timeline varies based on where your student is starting and how frequently you meet, but regular personalized instruction accelerates progress significantly.
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