Supplemental Educational Services
Service Summary Information
Tutors with Computers, LLC
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Name of organization: |
Tutors with Computers, LLC |
Primary location: |
1971 Western Avenue Albany, NY 12203 |
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Contact information: |
phone: (518) 218 5274 |
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LEAs where service will be provided: |
All (statewide) with minimum levels of participation required to provide service in some areas. | |
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Years provider has delivered service: |
3 |
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Evidence that services have been effective: |
In program pre/post-tests show statistically significant gains in reading and math fluency and comprehension. |
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Title of the instructional program, curriculum series to be used (if appropriate): |
Tutors with Computers' RapidResults curriculum in reading and mathematics. |
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Grade level(s) the provider will serve: |
3-12 |
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Content area(s) provider will serve: |
Reading; Mathematics |
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Number of sessions provided per week, if applicable: |
3 or more per week are recommended |
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Average length of each service session (minutes/hours): |
30 minutes |
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Duration of the available service period (e.g. September 1 – June 30; September 1 – August 31; weekends only; summer school only; specific number of weeks or hours, other, etc;): |
September 1 – August 31. 7 days a week, primarily nights and weekends. Any number of hours per week. Any length of session. |
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Type of instruction: |
1 to 1 instruction using telephone and IVR (interactive voice response) and/or internet software with handheld computer or netbook. |
10a |
Description of methods and strategies for serving eligible students with disabilities: |
Any student who can use a telephone can learn from the program. Assistance is available if needed. |
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Description of methods and strategies for serving eligible students with limited English proficiency: |
There are multiple entry points for students based on initial vocabulary or math fluency assessment. |
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Qualifications of the service provider(s)/instructor(s): |
Demonstrated knowledge of our academic program and high school diploma. All tutors are state-certified teachers. |
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Reports to parents, teachers, and LEA (Content, frequency, method of delivery): |
Once per month or as required. |
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Will transportation to the service location be provided at no charge if requested? (Note: LEAs are not required to provide or pay for transportation) |
No. Students complete the program from home. A free phone or handheld computer may be provided to access the program. Math students may be required to attend a learning center for instruction. |
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Additional relevant information: |
Learning tools are free to participating students at no cost to parents. |