FAQ

How much does tutoring cost?

How do I contact you?

E-mail me at Rachel@theoakparktutor.com

Where are you located?

Tutoring session will be held in my dining room; parents/guardians are welcome to stay during the lesson.  I live in southwest Oak Park.

Can you help my child who is in junior high school?

Yes.  I work with students ranging from grades 6-12.  

What is your cancellation policy?

I require a 24 hour cancellation notice.  If you cancel after the 24 hour period, you will be charged for one session.

How many sessions should I purchase?

Each student will require a different number of sessions. I encourage you to contact me to discuss your child's needs and to determine the best course for him or her.
Contact: Rachel@theoakparktutor.com

What should I expect from each session?

Students will work with me one-on-one addressing skills they need to develop.  In addition to the tutoring session, I offer two weekly check-ins.  Students can e-mail me for help concerning their studies.

Do you review only homework assignments?

I do help students with their homework, but I also reinforce skills they need to improve.

Will I be updated on my child's progress?

I will send a tutoring update to parents'/guardians' email after two sessions.  Of course, parents/ guardians should contact me if they would like to discuss their child's progress sooner.

Will tutoring guarantee an "A" grade?

Although I would like to see all my students earn an "A," I cannot guarantee  an "A" on report cards.  My purpose and goal is to be another support system for the students I tutor. I want to teach students how to read, write, and analyze texts as a skill they will need in college and for their future careers.

How do I get started?

Before we begin tutoring sessions, I like to meet prospective pupils.  I schedule a time to meet you and the tutee to determine if we’d make a good fit. During this meeting, we will discuss my tutoring philosophy, your child’s strengths, area(s) to improve, and short-term and long-term goals for tutoring. This process usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. Typically, parents/guardians book a tutoring slot at the end of this meeting.  If parents/guardians prefer to have a phone conversation to discuss tutoring in lieu of meeting, I am happy to accommodate this request.