How long will my child need tutoring?
This answer is going to vary based on several factors.
Learning Style and Learning Speed
Motivation
Consistency and Communication
It is very important to us to determine the student's learning style, so that we can tailor our sessions to activities that fit best with their way of thinking and processing information. While each student will have their own unique learning speed, we pair the knowledge about their learning style with a tutoring plan focused on making aggressive growth. Understanding the student's learning style will allow us to work in a more focused and efficient way to make advanced progress on the targeted skills.
The more motivated and actively involved the student is in their own learning, the better their outcome. We help students build their confidence and willingness to take risks while working independently, and we also teach them skills for self-advocacy to ask clarifying questions or ask for support when they're stuck. Students who know themselves well as learners are more confident, capable, and motivated as they acquire new skills.
You can expect to see a learning plan that addresses the targeted skills, the projected timeline for meeting specific goals, and weekly/monthly progress reports.
Consistency and communication very much affect a student's progress. Sometimes life, other plans, unexpected scenarios, or emergencies gets in the way of students being able to show up for their tutoring sessions. However, the more consistent we both are, the better results we will get. We are committed to each student's success, so regular communication between the family and the tutor is critical to building great learning habits and achieving your student's goals.
How does tutoring work?
First, we begin the process by having the parent/guardian complete the tutor interest form and schedule a free consultation. Next, we schedule a diagnostic assessment to find out learning strengths and academic gaps. After the assessment, we customize a plan for your student that will address their needs and begin meeting with him/her weekly. You can expect weekly and monthly progress reports as part of this learning plan.
How long are tutoring sessions?
The length of the sessions are determined by:
Age/grade
Attention span
Schedule
In our experience children in Kindergarten through 2nd grade work best in 30 minute sessions. Students in 3rd through 6th grade can accomplish more in a 60 minute session. At times the students’ schedules and the tutor's schedule have unique needs that determine whether a 30 minute or a 60 minute session would be better. Each session with growing minds is focused, direct, and targets the necessary skills that help students become successful at literacy and mathematics. Frequent lessons provide students more opportunities to practice and master new skills.
My child struggles with virtual learning, do you offer in person tutoring? Yes, we are able to accommodate different learning preferences!
Rates?
We offer weekly and biweekly payment options. Once you’re ready to get started, we can discuss how to best include literacy and/or mathematics lessons into your student's schedule. Rates start at $65 for one hour sessions and $35 for half-hour sessions.