Tutoring and Mentoring Services

Nick offers year-round individual and group hourly in-home* tutoring and mentoring in English writing, vocabulary and grammar.  By focusing on a select number of students throughout the academic year, Nick provides the best possible service; group classes do not exceed 4 students.   Great care and preparation precede each class to ensure each student gets the resources and attention needed to see long term results.

Tutoring and mentoring services include:

A free initial educational consultation.  Before committing, receive a thorough assessment of how Nick’s program can support your child.

A writing program tailor-made to suit your child’s needs and interests.  Individual tutoring is most effective when it develops naturally according to a student’s abilities.  Each student receives a program specifically developed according to what they will need to be successful in their academic work.

Mentorship.  When you work with Nick, your child receives ongoing communication that goes beyond the hour spent together. Education works best with strong support from educators.  Nick offers feedback, advice, and recommendations to students during the school year, and students can contact him during the week via email.

Social and Emotional Development.  Nick understands that learning is a social and emotional process.  Nick helps each student to develop the organization and time management abilities necessary to learn.  He also inspires students to develop the character and leadership skills that will motivate them to set their own educational goals and become independent, innovative learners.

Online collaboration.  For those students old enough to work online, shared Google folders are created to share homework, worksheets, stories, and provide regular feedback on work.  For groups, a shared group folder is made.  Emails are sent you and (if possible) your child outlining the weekly homework expectations.

Regular Assessment.  Every week  you are provided with detailed feedback on written assignments.  Tests in vocabulary and grammar can also be provided on request.  Every three months a page-long report indicating areas that have improved and others needing additional attention will be provided to track progress.

Educational Planning and Consultation.  Nick recognizes that finding the right education for you child can be difficult.  He can provide you with expert advice on your child’s educational progress and, when necessary, can help you find the best educational services to meet you and your child’s needs.

*For group classes, I ask that an arrangement be made between parents as to a home where the class can be taught.  Skype sessions can also be arranged.