How much does it cost?

• Standard hourly rate is $45 per hour.

• Package deals for multiple sessions at a discounted rate.

What grade levels can be served?

• We can work with students from Kindergarten through 5th grade.

• If you are needing higher levels of support, we have contacts with other tutors in the area who can serve you.

Do you follow a set curriculum?

• We support Reading tutoring needs with resources from iReady, which is in use in classrooms across Gwinnett County.

  • This includes: printable worksheets, interactive games, and lesson plans aligned with iReady's curriculum.

• We support Writing tutoring needs using the Simplify Writing Curriculum.

  • This includes daily writing lessons, differentiated grammar lessons, intervention materials, and resources for English Language Learners.

What type of reading instruction will be used?

• Our reading instruction is tailored to individual student needs. We utilize explicit and systematic instruction using the Science of Reading and Multisensory methods, targeting:

  • Phonics: Building strong foundational skills in letter-sound correspondence and decoding.

  • Phonemic Awareness: Developing the ability to hear and manipulate individual sounds within words.

  • Fluency: Improving reading speed and accuracy through repeated readings and targeted practice.

  • Comprehension: Building strong comprehension skills through a variety of strategies, such as summarizing, questioning, and visualizing.

  • Vocabulary Development: Expanding vocabulary through direct instruction, reading widely, and using context clues.

How do you support writing instruction?

• We help students develop their writing skills in a clear, structured, and engaging way. The curriculum focuses on making writing accessible and straightforward while building a foundation of strong writing skills.

  • Foundational Writing Skills: Sentence structure, grammar and punctuation, and basic paragraph structure.

  • Step-by-Step Writing Process: Modeling, Guided Practice, Feedback and Revision

  • Emphasis on Organization: Teaching students how to organize their ideas.

  • Variety of Writing Styles: Descriptive, Narrative, Expository, and Persuasive writing

  • Building Confidence & Independence: We want to make writing less intimidating!

  • Regular Assessment & Adjustments: Students are frequently monitored through informal assesments to gauge how well they understand the material. This allows us to revisit difficult topics or advance to more complex topics.

How many students can be in a session?

• We offer both individual and small group tutoring sessions.

  • Individual tutoring provides personalized attention and allows for focused instruction on specific areas of need.

  • Small group tutoring fosters collaboration and peer learning in a supportive environment. Group sizes are typically limited to 3-4 students to ensure adequate individual attention.

What time of day is tutoring offered?

• We offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your busy schedule.

  • Sessions are typically available after school, evenings, and on weekends.

  • Are you in a homeschool co-op group? Ask us about special pricing for homeschools!

  • Please contact us to discuss your availability and schedule a time that works best for you.

How do I pay for tutoring?

• We offer a variety of payment options, including:

  • Payment plans to make tutoring more affordable.

  • Sliding Scale rates for students in need.

  • We accept various forms of payment, including Paypal, Venmo, cash, check, and credit card.