Our Results Speak For Themselves:
100%
100% of the students we have worked with have achieved academic growth while working with our teachers.
1.75 years
This is the average grade level growth our students make in just 6 months. Many students make even faster progress.
2 hours
Most students work with us for only two hours per week. We focus on what actually works to get your child to their goals.
300+
We have worked with over 300 students in our Online 1:1 Programs.
Our Approach
Academic Growth for a Lifetime of Learning Success
Why Flashcards and
Traditional Tutoring isn't working
(and what we do instead)
Video 1 Key Points:
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Academic Growth requires an individualized approach.
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Most big tutoring companies don’t offer an individual approach.
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Your child needs to fill in the gaps to have a solid foundation for growth.
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Franchise companies use assessments to place your child in their curriculum.
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We use assessments to customize an individualized growth plan for your child.
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We make it fun too, so your kiddo looks forward to working with us!
Our Approach: How we help our students achieve rapid academic growth.
Video 2 Key Points:
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We specialize in closing academic gaps as quickly as possible.
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We use our unique assessment to get to the root of the problem.
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Not all academic problems show on the surface.
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We don’t just focus on the academic lessons. We consider their stress level and their time management skills, and we work that into our lessons so that we’re addressing your child as a whole and supporting them rather than solely focusing on academics.
Combining Academic Instruction with Academic Coaching - The Key to Long Term Student Success and Confidence.
Video 3 Key Points:
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We design our interventions to help your child graduate from our services
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Our ultimate goal is to help your child develop the skills to graduate from our services and succeed long-term.
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We use whole-child techniques in addition to customized academic instruction.
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We aren’t just creating academic growth; we are also increasing confidence and motivation for learning in general.
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Academic support helps your child get excited about school and learning
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Our approach reduces stress on your entire household
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Our support helps reduce student stress
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Academic growth can also facilitate positive impacts on peer relationships
Our Results Speak For Themselves:
100%
100% of the students we have worked with have achieved academic growth while working with our teachers.
1.75 years
This is the average grade level growth our students make in just 6 months. Many students make even faster progress.
2 hours
Most students work with us for only two hours per week. We focus on what actually works to get your child to their goals.
300+
We have worked with over 300 students in our Online 1:1 Programs.
Who We Work With
Grade Levels and Subjects
We work with students around the world from 4 - 18 years old at K-12 Grade Levels. We can help with reading, math, and writing -including Advanced Math, Test Prep, and Prep for College.
All Learning Environments
We work with students in ALL school settings - including public school, charter schools, private schools, homeschooling, and other non traditional schooling environments.
All Ability Levels
We work with students of all ability levels, including neurodiverse children (ADHD, Autism), and students with learning disabilities or other physical conditions that can impact learning.
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Our Approach
Studies show that traditional tutoring and online programs are generally ineffective for students who are below grade level or struggling academically.
Here's how we are able to consistently help so many students make rapid academic growth:
We are results focused.
Surprisingly, not all tutors or academic coaches focus on measureable progress, which is why we have families come to us after trying other options. We identify why your child is struggling, and we create targeted instruction to help your child catch up and solve the problem for good. We also want to get your child there quickly, so that they can graduate from needing long term tutoring or coaching.
We Tailor Lesson Plans and Academic Instruction for your child's specific needs and learning style.
Most tutors and franchises use a cookie cutter approach to academic growth, meaning that all children at a certain grade level are doing the same lessons in the program. This wastes time - your child may be in tutoring several hours per week, but the lessons aren't actually addressing their needs. We create custom to your child instruction based on their needs and their learning style. Also, since we are certified teachers, we know how to observe a student to learn the small shifts needed to help them succeed.
We are Certified Teachers and academic growth experts.
Most franchises hire hourly staff to help your child, meaning that they actually aren't trained in teaching your child. And, even if you're working with a teacher after school or during the summer, most teachers do not have the specific expertise in helping struggling students to fill in learning gaps. And, we have yet to find another tutor, teacher, or program that has an assessment that identify exactly why a child is struggling. (many programs use assessments to place your child into a grade level, but these assessments are not showing why a child is behind, and they aren't used to curate a specific lesson plan.)
We care - a lot.
Our mission is to help students make actual progress, because we know how life changing it is for a child to go from struggling to successful.
Sure, we could make more money and see more students by creating a generic program (like the popular franchises), but we know what actually works in helping a struggling child succeed.
We could also hire less qualified tutors and coaches and charge less per hour- but we choose only to hire the best and deliver the highest quality instruction to our students.
We go the extra mile to ensure that our students are making true progress and growth.
Jessica has helped my son bring up his reading and math levels, but has also helped his confidence soar! I’ve watched him be able to connect with another adult and he has found a new love for reading, not just for school assignments but for fun!! This is our second school year working with Jessica and plan on continuing each year! Thank you Jessica for your love and passion for teaching.
TaCora DeVore-Freeman
Jessica is an amazing teacher. My daughter used to struggle with math. She would cry while doing her homework. Jessica has worked with my daughter to close learning gaps, build confidence, and stamina to stay focused on problems. My daughter is excelling in math now, and says it is her favorite subject. Amazing!
Joanie Lane
Jessica was able to get my son to believe that he COULD write. We've been struggling with his writing since third grade, and now that he's in high school there are many writing demands. I seriously did not know how we were going to get him through. Jessica was able to break it down into a formula his brain could process. No more tears when he has to write! thank you Jessica!!!
Stacy Gilmore
Frequently Asked Questions:
What’s the difference between an academic coach and a private instructor?
In a nutshell, many tutors focus on the issues with grades and schoolwork directly, whereas an Private Instructor is focused on the learning processes and the root causes of learning struggles. When this is properly addressed, it not only helps the surface issues with grades and schoolwork but it empowers and equips students to become confident, independent learners. You can learn more about our process here.
At what age should a child have a private instructor or a tutor?
We offer coaching starting at the kindergarten level, and we believe that’s the earliest it should begin. All children develop at different rates, and we need to respect and honor their individual paths. Kindergarten is typically the point in time when you would start noticing any red flags that suggest your child might need extra support.
How do I know when my child needs a private instructor or a tutor?
Families should seek support when their student is behind their peers, when they express frustration with their classes or a general dislike of school, or when they have a lack of confidence or fear/anxiety around it. Prior to beginning any academic coaching program, we’ll do a thorough assessment to learn where your child is at and then recommend a course of action. It’s possible a traditional tutor will fit your needs, and we’ll always be transparent about whether or not academic coaching is a fit for you. You can learn more about how our process works here.
Is hiring a Private Instructor worth it? Will it really help my child?
Students who receive extra support from a Private Instructor consistently report an increase in confidence and motivation at school. Many of our clients tell us that working with us has changed their child's entire school experience. Grades are just the beginning - our mission is to get them excited about learning, give them the confidence to handle new challenges, and change their attitude toward school. But don’t take our word for it! Read through our testimonials to hear what our clients have said about the results.
How much Instruction does a child need? How long will they need to be in your program?
Similar to working with a personal trainer, the more frequently you meet with your Instructor, the faster you will see results. We suggest starting with a minimum of twice a week to jump-start the learning process. Then when the child has made significant growth, it may be appropriate to move to once a week. Many students benefit from a long-term Instructor arrangement, but the length of time is dependent on each child’s unique situation. We do find that students are with us for about 6-12 months on average.
How do you plan what to work on?
Much of this work begins with the initial assessment we perform prior to working with us. We are able to gauge where your child is at and provide some preliminary thoughts on what you can expect and how we would proceed. After the assessment, we prepare a preliminary plan that gets us started, but this plan is typically adjusted as we get to your know child and learn more about the mental component of what’s holding them back. In every case, the approach is personalized and tailored to your student - there’s no “one-size-fits-all” plan. You can learn more about our process here.
What happens in a session? Do the parents watch?
Unlike a traditional tutoring session, we try not to spend the time working on homework - although that can be part of it. We like to focus on the bigger picture concepts that are keeping them from understanding and completing the assignments. Depending on your child’s specific needs, struggles, and triggers, we may play a game or do other activities designed to help them understand concepts in a way that appeals to them and gets them excited about learning.
What are the computer requirements to participate in online tutoring?
Sessions are conducted via Zoom, which can be accessed via a computer or tablet. While many parents are nervous about virtual instruction, we find from working with over 300 students that kiddos enjoy working with us from the comfort of home. We are also able to access more resources virtually, which means that we can move on to more activities and lessons as your child makes progress. We also pay close attention to building rlationships with all of our students - it is our goal to make our instruction lessons fun enough that kids are excited to work with us!
How can you see what they're doing on their paper?
Using Zoom's shared screen feature, the student and the instructor are able to write on the same screen. If the child has a worksheet from school they need help with, we’ll have you take a picture and send it prior to the session. The teacher can then share the image with zoom, and both write on it together.
Is there homework or things we need to work on outside of the sessions?
We’ll recommend ways to reinforce and encourage what we cover in our sessions, but “homework” outside of the sessions is not required. That being said, you can typically see results more quickly if you encourage healthy academic habits (like reading for pleasure ) in your everyday lives.
Do you help homeschool students?
We are completely supportive of the homeschooling community and have helped many homeschool families over the past few years. In fact, they make up about half of our business! We believe that the public school system in many areas is broken and that each child is an individual and should be educated as such. If you have the ability to homeschool your children and that’s the right choice for your family, we want to support you! When working with a homeschool family, we stay connected with the educational leader in the home to ensure our lessons are complementing each other. You can learn more about homeschool coaching here.
What qualifications do your teachers have?
Each of our instructors is a current or former classroom teacher with bachelor’s degrees and in some cases, advanced Master's degrees. They became private instructors so they could reach students more directly in a one-on-one setting, creating a personalized plan of action that they weren’t able to offer in the classroom.
How long have you been in business?
The Learning Room has been serving students and their families since 2018. You can learn more about each coach’s experience and background here.
How much does it cost?
We are experts in academic growth, teaching, and private instruction, and our prices reflect this level of expertise so that we are able to hire and retain the best teachers we can find. Our 1:1 Instruction starts at $85/hour, and the majority of our students work with us for 2 hours per week. Unlike tutoring franchises, which often take years to see any growth (if at all), the majority of our students graduate from our services in less than a year.
