Can tutors help students in all subjects?

• Yes, tutors support students from K – 12 (and beyond) in math, reading, writing, and all sciences.  Some tutors also provide help for AP courses, executive functioning skills, and standardized test prep such as ISEE, SAT, and ACT. Many tutors specialize in the lower grades, while others have expertise with subjects in middle school, high school, and beyond. Additionally, most tutors have experience supporting students with learning differences.

 

Where will tutoring take place – virtually or in-person?

• While a large number of tutors provide remote support, many provide in-person tutoring in the        San Francisco Bay Area. Several tutors also offer a blend of in-person and remote sessions.

 

Are tutors employed by you?

• No, all tutors are independent contractors and the family and student will have a private student-tutor relationship through which they agree upon ongoing scheduling and rates.  I receive no compensation from the tutor-student matches I facilitate. 

 

What type of background checks have tutors had?

• All tutors have passed a background-check clearance. Some have completed Livescan fingerprint screening as well.

 

What tutor info can you share with me and where are your tutors located?

• I can provide a summary tutor profile, which explains the tutor's education and experience working with students. All tutors are college graduates, many possess advanced degrees and specialized certification and/or teaching credentials.  All educators who work with me have had several years of tutoring experience.  They are mainly located in Northern California, but others reside in multiple states across the country.

 

Can we “meet” the tutor ahead of time, before making a decision?

• Yes, a brief complimentary video meeting will be scheduled ahead of time, to be introduced to one another.

 

What if you can’t find a match for my child?

• In the rare case a tutor match cannot be made, your child’s name will be added to a waitlist that is reviewed often for an appropriate match.

 

What is your service fee and how do parents pay you?

• I provide a 20-minute complimentary phone discussion of how I might be able to help. If you decide my services can meet your needs, I charge a one-time fee and use PayPal as a means of payment.  Please contact me for more details.

• You will not be charged the final portion of my fee until I have a tutor match for your student.  If a parent returns later for another consultation, the parent will be charged a reduced fee for an additional tutor match. 

 

What are the tutors’ rates and how are tutors paid?

• Tutors set their own rates, typically between $95 - $130 per hour, depending on the expertise required for specific, individualized tutoring.  Specialist tutors or Educational Therapists may charge higher rates, which reflect their additional training and certification.  Many tutors accept either PayPal or another means of bank-transferred funds, or payment by personal check.

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How do you charge for your school selection service?

• For this service, the fee is based on hourly work. Please contact me for more information.

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Do you guarantee a school selection will be the best one for my child?

• No, I cannot and do not make that assessment as each family's needs vary. I will provide you with consolidated data from a variety of reliable sources, discussions with school personnel, and specifics about the schools for you to make your own decision.  After phone discussions with me, you will come away with a spreadsheet of all potentially appropriate schools for your student.

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