Middle School Individualized Tutoring Services:

ELA & Social Studies

ELA Grades 6-8

Reading Support: Students develop strong reading skills by improving comprehension, analyzing literature, and thinking critically about texts. Sessions focus on understanding themes, identifying key ideas, and making connections to deepen their learning.

Writing Support: Students build clear and effective writing skills, including essay structure, grammar, and research techniques. Whether they need help with organizing ideas, crafting strong arguments, or refining their style, lessons are tailored to support their growth as confident writers

Enrichment: If your student loves ELA or is above grade-level, we offer enrichment opportunities tailored to their interests, such as book clubs and creative writing. Through engaging lessons, we focus on preparing students for rigorous high school curriculum and developing skills needed for standardized tests such as the SAT.

U.S. History: We support student to build a strong foundation in U.S. history by making the past engaging and easy to understand. Lessons focus on key events, important figures, and historical themes while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Whether students need help with classwork, essay writing, or preparing for exams, we provide personalized support to make history meaningful and memorable.

Enrichment: Do you have an upper elementary or middle school student who is enthralled by social studies? We offer enrichment classes based on student interest, either 1:1 or small group. Courses are focused on depth of study and building skills for high school humanities courses including primary source analysis and analytical writing, all in a fun and engaging format

Social Studies Grades 6-8

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Testimonials

  • Harrison C., U.S. History student

    Switching from public to private school was rough, especially in U.S. History. The work was way harder, and I had no clue how to keep up. I tried other tutors, but all they did was make me memorize definitions, which didn’t help at all. Maggie was totally different.

    She actually made history make sense by showing me how everything connects instead of just throwing facts at me. My test grades went up, and for the first time, I don’t feel like I’m just guessing my way through. I used to think history was boring, but now it’s actually interesting.

  • Liza L., 7th ELA parent

    My son had been struggling with the level of analysis his 7th grade ELA teacher is expecting in his writing, and it was starting to really affect his confidence. But Jacklyn has been a game changer! She breaks down the concepts so clearly, explaining exactly what’s needed in his analysis and helping him develop stronger writing skills. The difference in his understanding has been incredible.

    Jacklyn has also helped him improve his reading comprehension. She takes the time to go over the texts carefully, making sure he grasps the deeper meaning behind the material, not just the surface details. I am so glad we found her.

  • Carol H., Group U.S. History Class parent

    We've been working with Maggie for three years, and I can’t recommend her enough. My son has taken her enrichment US History course, which uses AP-level content like primary source analysis and nuanced history, but in a way that’s perfect for advanced middle schoolers. The class is small, with only five students, so he gets plenty of attention and discussion time.

    What I love most is how excited he is after class, telling me about mock elections and Constitutional Convention simulations. If your student LOVES history, talk to Maggie!

  • Sarah H., English student

    As a homeschooler, I wanted to make sure my writing was strong enough for high school, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Jacklyn has helped me so much! She breaks everything down in a way that actually makes sense, and she gives great feedback that makes my writing clearer and more organized.

    She’s helped me with everything from structuring essays to making my arguments stronger. I feel way more confident in my writing now, and I know I’ll be ready for high school.