Some students may lack the concrete tools needed to stay organized and on top of the expectations of home and school. Sessions with our instructors can provide students with the academic tools needed to experience success! Subject-area tutoring and study skills support sessions provide students with support in understanding material taught in class, along with direct instruction in building key executive-functioning and study skills including organization, time management, research skills, student-teacher communication, and self-advocacy. Students are encouraged to be an active participant in the process of identifying and utilizing the strategies that work best for them. Enrichment sessions and standardized test prep are available for students ready to venture beyond the classroom.
Tutoring ($85/hr)
For a student struggling with a particular subject in school, a learning needs evaluation may help determine the underlying causes of this difficulty. An individual learning plan may include a period of intensive intervention devoted to strengthening foundational skills. Following this period of intervention, sessions will be designed to guide the student to begin applying those developing skills to the difficult academic subject.
School & Study Skills Support ($100/hr)
Through regularly scheduled School & Study Skills Support sessions, students can receive direct instruction designed to strengthen executive functioning skills and study skills, including time management, organization, project-planning, communication, and self-advocacy. Students receive support in applying their growing skills to classwork and academic activities.
Enrichment Sessions ($110/hr)
For students seeking extra challenge in an area of strength, individually designed enrichment programs can be arranged. Weekly sessions can be conducted and tailored to the students’ needs and interests. Some sessions may offer accelerated programming with higher-level concepts and materials, while others may offer time to delve into and express understanding of a topic of interest, in great depth.
Standardized Test Prep ($110/hr)
Test prep courses are designed to prepare students to take standardized tests such as the SSAT, HSPT, ISEE, SAT, and ACT. These sessions provide an overview of the format and content of these tests and introduce specific test-taking strategies that should be used in order to optimize success! Sessions generally include required readings, discussions, practice questions, homework, and one or two practice tests. While vocabulary development and practice in the areas of language and mathematics are typically included in each session, test prep courses are not intended to introduce new academic skills. For skill development in the areas of math concepts and processes or reading comprehension, students should work with their classroom teachers or enroll in programs designed to develop these specific skills.
