Tutoring
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School Work
Asked by S.C. from Houston
on December 6, 2006
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MY EIGHT YEAR OLD IS IN THE 3RD GRADE AND REALLY SEEMS TO ENJOY SCHOOL BUT SHE IS REALLY STRUGGLING WITH MATH. MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING THAT WE KNOW OF T...
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- What is she having trouble with? I know a few tutors that charge like $35hr. One teaches 4th grade and the others teach at my kids private school and offer it was wel...
- You may want to talk to her teacher about after school tutorials... Most teachers are willing to stay over some to give additional help. Good luck!
- They have some real nice math workbooks at Sam's Wholsale Club, my daughter is 8 & usually on the weekends we go over the workbook, just to improve her math skills, sh...
Special Teachers Gift
Asked by L.B. from New York
on May 10, 2012
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My daughter is graduating from the Children's Dyslexia Center formerly the Masonic Learning Center. This is an orgnaization that provides free tutoring to children wi...
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- See if you can find out who the tutor's fav author is and give them a couple of nice hard-bound books (but they might already own those). You could also buy an inspir...
- I am a teacher and I really appreciate gift cards, but it sounds like you are looking for a gift that is more meaningful. You could buy one of those books where your ...
- You can videotape your daughter reading a book that she has not read before to show just how greatly the tutor has helped and how much the tutor is appreciated.
Seeking Rescue Tutoring for Failing 12Yo Malewith Dyslexia and English 2Nd Lang.
Asked by E.W. from Austin
on January 30, 2008
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Does any one know about a magical amazing teacher in the Austin area who could help a dyslexic hispanic male 6th grader succeed in school. This kid is smiles and suns...
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- Hello I have a friend, here is his info; Tutor 180 Tutor180 Tutoring Center is an educational tutoring service founded by Suzy Mahoney, M.S. Ed. It is located i...
- Hi E.. There is a wonderful school in Austin especially for dyslexic students called Rawson-Saunders School (www.rawson-saunders.org). If you call them, they can giv...
- I am a mother of a 5th grade girl who has struggled greatly with dyslexia. I am also a Special Education teacher and have participated in many dyslexia trainings and h...
Seeking Moms'
Asked by Y.T. from Los Angeles
on November 7, 2008
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My son is in the second grade. According to the teacher, the tutor he is not paying attention long enouph to learn. He is distracted easily and after talking to his pe...
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- Yes, there is something other than drugs you can do. Here are the two testinomnals I got just this month from my clients. From Kim, Mom of Garrett age 10, Amber ag...
- You ultimately need to do what you are comfortable with. My son was diagnosed ADHD in Kindergarten. We tried everything we could think of until second grade and fina...
- Another mom recommended the Drake Institute. I looked at the website and it does look very interesting. What I found helpful: chess lessons (eventually chess compet...
Advice About Private Tutoring
Asked by B.J. from Dallas
on August 19, 2006
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Has anyone ever hired a private tutor? I'm paying $40/hr. It's not just to catch someone up. It's more like starting from the beginng for someone who's not reading ind...
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- That's about right. When I did tutor, I charged $35-$45 for Spanish, but I know some teachers that charge over $50 an hour. Your getting a great deal.
- If your tutor is a certified teacher, you are getting a great deal! Certified teachers often charge 60-75 per hour.
- I tutored a first grader who couldn't read and I have an BA and an MEd degree. They only paid me 15 an hour plus expenses. I still think that was low, but 20-25 is the...
How Much Do You Pay for K-8th Tutoring?
Asked by D.H. from Dallas
on September 5, 2007
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I am a SAHM. We are currently working on the "Dave Ramsey" financial plan and I'd like to add to our income by doing some tutoring. I am wondering how much to charge...
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- I am a former ele. teacher & have charged $25/hr. If my drive is a little farther, I have charged $30/hr.
- D., I see you live in Lewisville - I may be interested in your services.... Get back to me once you figure everything out - we live in The Colony - so not too fa...
- D., We paid $25/hour a tutor for our 6 year old son few weeks ago. She is a DISD elementary school teacher with over 10 years experience. Hope this help. A.
I Need a Tutor/sitter for My 5Th Grader - Math - 2 Times a Week
Asked by M.R. from Dallas
on January 13, 2009
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Plano I am looking for a tutor to work with my 5th grade son 2 times a week. I would like to bring him up to speed in math and prepare him for the standardized test u...
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- contact the high school math department. there might be an honor's student that needs community credit. good luck.
- My 16 years old daughter who is a jr at PHS is very interested and wants to know the dates and times you are looking for. I am a mom of 2, work from home as a nutri...
- Guidance counselors can usually give you ideas on who tutors. A lot of tutors are teachers who tutor on the side for extra money for an hour at a time. I've not ...
Need Help for Dyslexic 8 Year Old - Mansfield, MA Area
Asked by L.S. from Boston
on March 27, 2008
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Hi. My 8 year old son was recently diagnosed with Dyslexia. The school is providing some support, but we're also looking for a tutor trained in the same programs (Wils...
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- Hi L., I would love to help you and learn more about your son! I am a reading specialist in Foxboro, MA. Over the summer, I do private tutoring and small group read...
- Have you asked the school? I am a teacher and a trained Wilson Reading Specialist in Attleboro. I would be available to help during the summer if you get stuck but u...
- Hi L., Does your school system have Wilson instruction? We live in Bridgewater and it is part of my daughter's service plan to have Wilson instruction twice a week. ...
Seeking Advice on How to Strength Math Facts Base
Asked by J.M. from San Francisco
on July 7, 2009
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I have a daughter who will be 9 yrs old next month and entering 4th grade. She is good at math and just a little shy of doing advanced math. We want to help her stre...
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- I know Kumon has a reputation for strengthening math skills, but it is memorization/ repetition, I think, not creative or fun, so some kids would do better than others...
- I think there is a computer based program for kids from Stanford University called EPGY and check it out online.
- I agree with Stephanie. You need to make sure she knows that some subjects might come easier than others, and it's ok if she has a little trouble. You did say though t...
Dyslexia Help
Asked by J.I. from Dallas
on November 1, 2007
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My dd is 9 and in the 4th grade. Last year she was diagnosed by Scottish Rites as having dyslexia and dysgraphia. We looked into the private tutor Scottish Rites sugg...
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- I have a child with autism and I can tell you that schools try to help but private tutors are the best. It's a lot of money, but maybe you can find someone a little c...
- I would start with finding out from the school what program they are using to help her with the dyslexia. By law, they are obligated to offer an intervention that is ...
- I agree with the first response I was a school teacher until finally having my babies and I stay at home now. There is nothing better than having a private tutor. I ...
