English & math that finally clicks — for ages 10 to 18.
Now enrolling — first 5 students save $10/hr.
One-on-one tutoring in English and math through Algebra 1, built around how your student actually learns. No worksheets dumped and forgotten — every session starts with a plan, and every parent gets a clear update after.
1-on-1 only · Texas TEKS-aligned · STAAR Algebra 1 prep
At a glance: Ages 10–18 — late elementary through high school. 2 subjects — English & math through Algebra 1. Austin + online — in person in Austin, or live online anywhere in Texas. 4-week blocks — a clear plan, reviewed with parents every block.
What we cover
Two subjects, taught properly — foundations first, then the grade-level work your student is facing in class right now.
Math, from basic skills to Algebra 1
For students who’ve missed a step somewhere and now feel lost — or who are ready to get ahead before Algebra 1 and the STAAR test.
- Basic math: fractions, decimals, percents, ratios & word problems
- Pre-Algebra: integers, expressions, one- and two-step equations
- Algebra 1: linear equations & inequalities, systems, functions, graphing
- Quadratics, exponents, polynomials & factoring
- Homework help, test prep & STAAR Algebra 1 EOC practice
The path: Basic Math → Pre-Algebra → Algebra 1. We find the first gap and fix it there, so everything after it gets easier.
English, reading & writing
For students who read slowly, dread essays, or have good ideas they can’t get onto the page. We build the skill and the confidence together.
- Reading comprehension: main idea, inference, evidence from the text
- Writing: paragraphs, essays, structure, introductions & conclusions
- Grammar & punctuation taught inside real writing — not drills alone
- Vocabulary, spelling patterns & study skills
- Book reports, school essays & STAAR reading/writing support
The path: Understand what you read → say it clearly → write it well. Each session uses your student’s actual schoolwork where we can.
Built for ages 10–18
A 10-year-old and a 17-year-old don’t learn the same way. Sessions, pace, and parent updates adjust to the stage your student is in.
10–12: Building the foundation
Upper elementary and early middle school — where small gaps quietly become big ones.
- Multiplication, fractions & decimals fluency
- Reading stamina and comprehension
- Shorter, high-energy sessions with parent nearby
13–15: Middle school → Pre-Algebra
The jump years. Homework gets heavier, grades start to count, and confidence matters most.
- Pre-Algebra mastery and homework systems
- Essay structure and paragraph writing
- Organisation, note-taking & test strategies
16–18: Algebra 1 & high school English
Focused help for grades, credit recovery support, and the STAAR Algebra 1 end-of-course exam.
- Full Algebra 1 through STAAR EOC prep
- Analytical essays and stronger writing voice
- Goal-led sessions that respect a busy schedule
How it works
Simple, transparent, and parent-led from the first conversation. You always know what we’re working on and why.
- Free intro session — 30 minutes, free. Meet Grant, talk through your student’s history, goals, and school — and see if it’s a good fit before you commit.
- Short diagnostic — A relaxed skills check in the first paid session finds exactly where understanding breaks down — in math, that’s usually one earlier step; in English, it’s often reading or vocabulary.
- Plan in 4-week blocks — You get a written plan for each 4-week block: the targets, the session rhythm (usually 1–2× per week), and what success looks like at the end.
- Sessions + parent updates — After every session you get a brief note: what we covered, what clicked, what’s next. At the end of each block, we review progress and set the next targets together.
In Austin, or live online
Sessions are one-on-one — in person in the Austin area, or live online with a shared whiteboard so your student can show their work in real time.
- 60-minute sessions, after school & weekends
- Parent is copied on all scheduling and updates
- For younger students, a parent or guardian stays present or nearby
Straightforward pricing
One rate, no packages you don’t need, no long contract. Pay by the 4-week block and stop at the end of any block.
1-on-1 tutoring — $40/hr
Founding rate for the first 5 students to enrol. After those spots fill, the standard rate is $50/hr.
- English or math — same rate for both
- Diagnostic and written 4-week plan included
- Brief parent update after every session
Founding students keep the $40/hr rate for as long as they stay enrolled.
30-minute intro session — Free
Meet first, decide after. We’ll talk goals, look at recent schoolwork if you have it, and map what a first block would look like.
How billing works
Sessions are booked in 4-week blocks (typically 4–8 sessions). Reschedule with 24 hours’ notice at no cost. Invoices are sent by email, and payment is due before the block begins.
How I teach
- Find the gap. Most struggles aren’t about the current chapter — they’re about one earlier step that never quite landed. We go back and fix that first.
- Explain it back. A session isn’t done when I’ve explained it — it’s done when your student can explain it to me. That’s how I know it stuck.
- Small wins, stacked. Confidence comes from real progress the student can see, week after week.
Meet your tutor — Grant Pollet
I’m Grant, an Austin-based tutor and, by day, a Senior IT Technician who has spent years doing the same thing in a different setting: finding the missing step, explaining it clearly, and helping people get unstuck.
I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Concordia University Texas, and I spend my time outside work tutoring, reading, and exploring Austin with my family.
I believe strongly in giving young people purpose and confidence, not just answers. A student who believes they can figure things out will keep going long after the session ends — and that’s the real goal.
- Austin, Texas
- BBA, summa cum laude — Concordia University Texas
- Ages 10–18
- Math through Algebra 1
- English, reading & writing
Honest note: I’m a private tutor, not a certified Texas classroom teacher. If your student needs specialised support — for example, a diagnosed learning disability or an IEP — I’m happy to talk honestly about whether I’m the right fit, and to point you toward someone who is.
Questions parents ask
Who is 5D Tutoring for?
Students ages 10–18 who need help in English or math through Algebra 1 — catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead. That includes homework support, filling foundation gaps, and STAAR Algebra 1 EOC preparation for Texas students.
What does the free intro include?
A 30-minute conversation (online or in person in Austin) with you and, if you’d like, your student. We talk about school, grades, and goals, look at recent work if you have it, and outline what a first 4-week block would cover. There’s no obligation to continue.
How often are sessions, and how long?
Most students meet once or twice a week for 60 minutes. For ages 10–12 we can split into two shorter, higher-energy sessions. The rhythm is set in your written block plan and adjusted as we go.
Is tutoring aligned to Texas standards?
Yes — planning follows Texas TEKS for English language arts and mathematics, and Algebra 1 work includes STAAR end-of-course style practice. If your student is outside Texas or on a different curriculum, tell me in the intro and we’ll plan around their actual classwork.
How do online sessions and safety work?
Online sessions are live video with a shared whiteboard. Parents are copied on all scheduling emails and receive an update after every session. For younger students, a parent or guardian should be present or nearby during sessions, and all communication goes through the parent’s email.
What if we need to reschedule or stop?
Reschedule free with at least 24 hours’ notice. Tutoring runs in 4-week blocks with no long-term contract — you can pause or stop at the end of any block.
Book your free intro
Tell me a little about your student and I’ll reply by email to arrange a time. Email me at gspollet@gmail.com — or use the link below, which opens your email app with a message ready to send.
Email Grant to book a free intro →
Austin, TX · Online across Texas. I reply personally — usually within one business day.
Please include your student’s age, the subject (math or English), and what’s going on at school. All follow-up goes to the parent’s email.