In a classroom setting with Milwaukee's average student-teacher ratio of 20.5:1, teachers must pace instruction for the whole group—meaning some students move too fast while others need more time. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction adapts to your child's exact learning speed, learning style, and specific challenges, allowing tutors to spend extra time on difficult concepts and move quickly through material your student already understands.

Many elementary students struggle with foundational skills like reading fluency, phonics, math facts, or number sense—gaps that compound over time if not addressed. Personalized tutoring targets these specific challenges with targeted practice and immediate feedback, helping students build confidence and catch up before gaps widen into bigger academic obstacles.

Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who have expertise in elementary education and familiarity with Milwaukee-area schools and curricula. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss your student's specific needs at PRAXIS and ensure the tutor understands your school's approach to teaching core subjects.

The first session is an assessment and relationship-building opportunity. The tutor will learn about your student's strengths, challenges, learning style, and specific goals—whether that's catching up in reading, building math confidence, or preparing for a school benchmark. This foundation allows the tutor to create a personalized plan that targets your child's exact needs.

Good tutoring produces measurable results—improved test scores, stronger grades, increased confidence, and faster completion of homework. Tutors typically check in regularly about what's working, adjust their approach based on your student's response, and help you see concrete evidence of growth in both academic skills and classroom performance.

Experienced tutors understand elementary grade-level standards and expectations—from early literacy and number sense in lower grades to more complex reading comprehension and multi-digit math in upper elementary. They use this knowledge to assess where your student stands, identify gaps, and build skills in the right sequence so your child stays on track.

The right frequency depends on your student's specific needs and goals. Some students benefit from weekly sessions to stay consistent with learning, while others might do intensive tutoring for a few weeks to address a particular challenge. When you connect with a tutor, you can discuss what makes sense for your child's situation and adjust as progress unfolds.