Remote Tutoring with A+

Last updated May 7, 2021

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A+ is based in the Philadelphia area, but we work with students worldwide. We have worked with students in Tennessee, Hawaii, and even Doha, Qatar!

Given how busy today’s teens are, meeting online is the perfect option, eliminating travel time and making it possible to fit a session in between all of their other commitments. Students are less likely to miss tutoring sessions due to weather, travel delays, etc.

And of course, with the COVID-19 crisis keeping everyone at home, it is for the time-being, the only way for tutors and students to work together.

A+ remote tutoring sessions are convenient, productive, and user-friendly. All you need are a desk, a computer, and a quiet space. All necessary course materials will be mailed to you.

In addition to being convenient, the no-travel aspect of remote tutoring can boost session productivity. Working in a familiar environment allows for maximum concentration and retention. The student is relaxed and receptive to new concepts and strategies.

Remote Tutoring with A+ While the vast majority of our tutoring is still done the old fashioned way, sitting side by side, just as it has been since 1992 when A+ was founded, technology now allows us to work remotely with students anywhere. In some cases, such as when a student attends a boarding school or sports academy, it’s the only way we can tutor a student. In other cases students just prefer meeting remotely.

As with all of our tutoring, our remote tutoring is one-to-one and face-to-face. Student and tutor remain connected through Zoom, Facetime or another video chat service for the entire session. Your child thus receives constant attention and feedback. Tutor and student see and hear each other and respond both visually and verbally.

Our tutors work remotely on SAT/ACT test prep, executive function coaching, subject tutoring, and homework support.

Even if you don’t live far away from our offices, you may want to take advantage of this option. We know your family is very busy and you may not have time to spend driving to meet your tutor. Parents whose students drive do not have to worry about their son or daughter taking long trips alone to an unfamiliar destination. And it’s a good option for at-home tutoring when a parent can’t be at home while a student is being tutored.

Advantages of remote tutoring:

Remote tutoring sessions can be recorded. That’s a big plus if the student takes advantage of recorded lessons when doing homework between sessions.
Sometimes the best tutor match we have for a specific student does not live close enough to the student to make the travel time worthwhile. But by working together online, the distance is no longer a barrier.
If you don’t live in the Philadelphia area, or if your student is away for the summer, on an extended overseas trip, or going to school out of state, you can still take advantage of A+’s top-notch tutors.
For many students, meeting their tutor online is very engaging. Most teens are very comfortable with the technology and are used to communicating online.
Students meet on a regular, weekly schedule, just like in-person tutoring.

In order to ensure that our students have an optimal experience we use the following best practices:

Just as with in-person tutoring, we choose your tutor carefully. The quality of the tutor and curriculum are paramount.
Our lesson plans are based on the latest developments in educational theory and research.
Students meet with the same tutor each time so we build rapport and the tutor can use his/her knowledge of the student to continually refine and improve the student’s tutoring program.
In addition to face-to-face communication, we use an online whiteboard so students and tutors can sketch math problems, work on calculations together, and mark up the same document.
Student and tutor communicate between tutoring sessions if the student has a question or needs a reminder about a topic or homework assignment.

Using these best practices remote tutoring can be even more effective than in-person tutoring.

We encourage you to speak with one of Client Service Directors Anne Stanley and Susan Ware, so we can help you understand whether remote tutoring would be a good fit for your student. We can be reached at 215-886-9188.

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   Angela Jay 
 2024-02-15
 
 
   Best Decision Ever!

A+ Tutoring proved to be a transformative experience for me, surpassing all my expectations. Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend A+ Tutoring to any parent or guardian seeking academic improvement and aiming to unlock their child’s full potential.

Prior to selecting A+, I carefully researched and evaluated other services. My goals were twofold: to prepare my son for the standardized testing required for preparatory school and college applications, and to enhance his time management skills and study habits.

Mr. John’s personalized approach resonated with my son’s personality and specific learning needs. Despite my son’s demanding sports schedule, Mr. John was incredibly flexible and accommodating. The sessions were comprehensive, combining instruction, engaging conversations, and homework assignments to reinforce existing concepts and introduce new ones in advanced math, English, and science.

The tangible outcomes were apparent: not only did my son’s grades improve by at least one grade level, but he also secured early admission to prep school! Moreover, I observed a significant boost in his confidence and overall demeanor.

I am deeply grateful to Mr. John, Ms. Dorothea, and Mr. Dan for their exceptional dedication and support. They truly went above and beyond to ensure that we felt fully supported throughout the process. Their contributions have made a profound impact on my son’s academic journey, maximizing the value of my investment.
  
 
 
       
   Kenneth Greenspan 
 2023-11-28
 
 
   Extremely professional and thorough
  
 
 
       
   Leah Reinhard Peshek 
 2023-11-15
 
 
   I just wanted to thank A+ for helping my son achieve his goals. He worked with 2 instructors Andrew and Barbara for both the SAT and AP exams. Whatever they did it was magic! Not only did he get the results he wanted- he surpassed them. It was hands-off for me, he scheduled and communicated with his instructors on his own, which taught him responsibility and accountability. Yet, their lesson follow-up emails kept me in the loop. I can’t recommend them any more highly. If you decide to use them you won’t be disappointed, you will see a student who is better prepared for their studies as well as any tests they choose to take- they even seem more mature and confident. A+ I’m giving you an A+ Thank you so much, Leah Reinhard.
  
 
 
       
   Rebekka Hartwell 
 2023-10-28
 
 
   We had a great experience with A+ Test Prep and Tutoring. I appreciated that the tutor tailored the sessions around our daughter's needs and worked with her strengths. I can definitely recommend this program to anyone needing some extra support.
  
 
 
       
   Rhiannon Kelly 
 2023-08-31
 
 
   My son needed assistance preparing for an exam. We reached out to A+ test prep and they were wonderful. They were able to schedule him for tutoring without an delays. Their knowledge, assistance and guidance speaks volumes. A+ exceeded all outlets expectations. Thank you
  
 
 
       
   Andrea Emmons 
 2023-07-06
 
 
   The tutors were terrific, very thoughtful and really understood my child's needs in terms of studying. The hours worked well with our schedule and the homework assigned was super helpful!
  
 
 
       
   V Penz 
 2023-06-22
 
 
   A+ Test Prep provided superior tutoring custom-tailored to meet my son’s specific needs and learning style. His SAT score increased by 160 points with 12 hours of tutoring!!! That put him well-within range for all of the schools to which he is applying. A+ truly listened to make sure they exceeded our expectations starting with matching our son with Rob. He is an experienced tutor who set goals and developed a specialized plan. Rob taught clear, structured, organized lessons, helped my son plan his practice and homework, and taught test stress-management and relaxation techniques. These lessons also helped fill-in gaps from the pandemic.  The writing, reading and math lessons and strategies  Rob taught gave Dylan a strong foundation of critical-thinking skills which will serve him well in college, the work-force, and beyond.  A+ staff, including Rob, gave prompt, detailed and insightful feedback after each session. You will get ENORMOUS value for your financial investment with A+.  I investigated 6 other tutoring companies and am confident A+ was the best for tailoring their tutoring to a program that best fit my son’s learning style!!
  
 
 
       
   Megan Gasper 
 2023-05-26
 
 
   This tutoring program literally changed my daughters test scores by 1000 points, and they were so helpful, and communicative with me the entire time. I really recommend them for every student, whether they are trying to make their test scores better, or make their scores above excellent
  
 
 
       
   Zarah Adams 
 2023-05-04
 
 
   We chose A+ for Preparation to help our daughter prepare for college entrance exams. May daughter had Pam for the verbal portion of the exam. Pam was amazing! She asked about extra-curricular activities and demonstrated genuine interest in my daughter's role as a student in and outside of the classroom. Pam also noted how important these activities are to colleges. John was the tutor for math and science. He helped my daughter feel comfortable and confident in her skills. My daughter's ACT composite score went up 5 points! I would highly recommend A+ for Test Preparation!
  
 
 
  
 
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