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FAQ

You've come to the right place. Learning Disability coaching is part of the curriculum for many tutors, and the curriculum will reflect that. A tutor experienced in these areas will know how to work with, respond to, and teach to a student who has a disability that can otherwise be an impediment in the classroom. In fact, these disabilities can be used the a student's advantage. As a student learns how to deal with a LD, and overcome the problems it may cause, it can even be perceived as a strength or a tool in a unique and individualized approach to learning. 

In short, almost anything you want. While there are some areas of study that are not covered here at EJM, for example, high level mathematics courses at the college level, we can easily refer you to a professional who works in those areas. Law or medicine would be other examples. While most tutors focus on general studies, there are specialists who can help with the more advanced courses of study. Here at EJM, English and Writing is one area where graduate-level work can be accommodated, but general studies and Common Core Essential Skills are a primary focus.

If you are new to the idea of tutoring, I would recommend reading up on the benefits of one-on-one teaching. While in some cases a tutor is much like a teacher in the classroom, developing curriculum to help the student learn a subject, other times a tutor can help with the school curriculum itself, offering additional assistance a student may need to boost grades or gain the necessary knowledge for an upcoming exam. Each tutor has specific techniques and strategies for the subjects covered, as well as individual preferences for meeting places and frequency of sessions. It all depends on what a student need to realize his/her educational goals.

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How does private tutoring work?
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What can I get help with?
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What if a student has a Learning Disability?

The average sessions are an hour and a half, but hour sessions are not uncommon. For frequency, it really depends on the student's grade level and learning goals. Some students seek tutoring up to five days a week, while others only schedule a single hour-long session per week to help with a specific subject or difficulty. Additionally, there are some, often home-schooled students, who seek more than one session on a given day. Upon your first meet  and introduction, the tutor will discuss your options and make recommendations based on your needs and concerns as a student or parent. 

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How long are the sessions?
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Do you provide online tutoring? 

Yes. And during the current climate of elevated health concerns, a majority of tutoring services utilize online resources. A number of online formats such as Skype, Zoom, Google Duo, or Google Hangouts are used in combination with Google Docs, Google Jamboard (whiteboard program for mathematics), and other Learning Applications such as Khan Academy, Quizlet, or IXL to make the most of the online experience.

What's the minimum time to work with a tutor?
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As mentioned above, session times and frequencies can vary depending on a student's needs. But we are also happy to help someone on a temporary basis if that is all you need to meet a goal. Likewise, if your are looking for help from time to time with assignments that give you trouble, feel free to contact us each time to set up the sessions you'd like to schedule. We are flexible in almost every way. In order to adapt to student needs, a tutor must be open to both short-term and long-term options. 

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