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How is Aim 4 Success Tutoring
different from a learning center?
At Aim 4 Success Tutoring, our tutors come directly to you. You don't need to
drive anywhere! Our dedicated and qualified tutors will design a program for
your child that is based on their school's curriculum, not a pre-determined program
that may not relate at all to what your child is working on in school. We will
also interface with your child's teacher, if necessary; to be sure your child
is on the right track.
Are there any assessment tests
my child must take before being tutored by Aim
4 Success Tutoring?
No, assessment tests (which can cost up to $200.00 in a learning center
environment) are not a prerequisite in order for your child to be tutored.
Do your tutors know the Everyday Math and Open Court programs?
Yes, many of our tutors are familiar with the Everyday Math program, a teaching
approach that provides “home links” for the student to work on as
homework. Many of our tutors can also tutor the Open Court program - reading
and math.
Does Aim 4 Success Tutoring supply any learning materials
for the tutoring sessions?
We highly recommend that your child bring home their school
books or any other materials they are working on in their
class that relates to the subject(s) we are tutoring. In
some cases our tutors will provide materials if it complements
what your child is learning. However, we do not provide a curriculum. We will
help you attain materials from your child's school, if necessary, or direct you
to several resources where you can purchase the appropriate books, etc.
Does tutoring always take place in my home?
Yes, we come to you at your convenience. We require that
a parent or guardian over the age of 21 be at home for
the entire tutoring session. For student's over the age
of 16, we offer tutoring at your local library, however,
we highly recommend having the tutor come to you. Ask for
more details about this option during your complimentary
in-home evaluation.
What are your tutors' qualifications?
Our tutors are full-time credentialed teachers, substitute
teachers, retired teachers or honors college students with
at least two years of teaching and/or one-on-one tutoring
experience. We check all references, obtain background
checks and personally interview every tutor.
What if my child doesn't like the tutor?
If, after the first session is complete, you do not think
the tutor is a good match with your child, you will not be
charged for the session and another tutor will be contacted.
Are there a minimum number of sessions for which I have
to commit and how long is each session?
No, we do not have any long-term contracts, however, we strongly
suggest a minimum of four sessions in order to really see
progress. The minimum amount of time for each session is
one hour.
Do your tutors work with learning disabled or special needs
children?
Yes, many of our tutors are Special Needs experienced and/or
certified and will be able to work in conjunction with your
child’s I.E.P. or 504 Plan.
I home school my child. Can you help me?
Yes. If the student is being home schooled, we will provide
a credentialed teacher or a certified tutor, depending
on which type of home school program he/she is receiving.
I have more than one child. Can you tutor all of them at
the same time?
All of our tutoring is facilitated through one-on-one sessions.
In order for our tutors to be effective, and for the students
to benefit, we do not provide group tutoring. During the
in-home consultation, we can discuss the most cost-effective
way for all of the students to be tutored individually.
How long do I have to wait to get a tutor assigned to my
child?
After we meet with you, our Director will contact one of
our tutors within 48 hours. We will call you to tell you
about the tutor. The tutor will then call you for an introduction,
get directions to your home and establish a schedule that
works for you.
Do you tutor students in college?
Yes, we have tutors who are very capable of tutoring college
level courses. Requests for college level tutoring have
increased dramatically in the last year and we can provide
an experienced, credentialed teacher or professor. College
students can be tutored on campus or in the library.
What geographical areas do you service?
We have tutors available in Queens,
Long Island and beyond.
Please refer to our Home
page for specific cities & towns. If your city or town is not listed
and you live in the general area, please contact us anyway, we will do our best
to help you find a tutor.
Do you provide test preparation for the SAT and ACT tests?
Yes, we will help your student prepare for both exams. We
highly recommend that you contact us at least six weeks
before the test so our tutors have enough time to help
the student prepare. Although we only require one hour
a week of tutoring, our experience has been that two hours
a week for test prep is the most effective. The rate is
the same as our hourly rates for tutoring.
Do you accept major credit cards?
Yes. You can give us your credit card number at the consultation
and we can set up automatic monthly or bi-weekly payments.
If you prefer to pay by check, no problem. You always have
the option to change your preferred method of payment...
or just call or e-mail us and we’ll make the appropriate switch.
How do I get started?
You can contact us at 917 609 4235 or
click to our Contact
Us page for more options. Our Director will set
up a complimentary in-home consultation. This is an informal
meeting with you and your child. Please have all relevant
schoolwork, progress reports, report cards and testing
results (if applicable) available for this meeting.
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