Life is busy. Period. Whatever phase of life you are in, life can feel busy and overwhelming. We partnered with Rebecca Teaff, owner of Redstart Creative, to find out what she does to stay on top of things! Over the last ten years I have started two businesses, become a mom, gotten two dogs and … [Read more...] about Top 5 Productivity Tips for Parents
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5 Tips to Effectively Advocate for your Child
As parents, we want everything good for our children. We know we have their best interests at heart, but it can be scary to release that responsibility - and trust that others who work with our children feel the same. That fear can lead us to question teachers, coaches, and other professionals who … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Effectively Advocate for your Child
How to Communicate and Form a Positive Relationship with Your Child’s Teachers
As a new school year begins, one of the biggest questions on a parent’s mind is how to establish a relationship with their child’s new teacher or teachers. Even as a teacher myself, it was a whole new experience dropping my son off for his first day of Pre-K! I know that setting a communication … [Read more...] about How to Communicate and Form a Positive Relationship with Your Child’s Teachers
Understanding the Difference Between Tutoring and Academic Coaching
At Maryland Teacher Tutors, we are often asked about the difference between two of the services we offer tutoring and academic (or executive-function) coaching. Parents want to make informed decisions about the needs of their child and we want to make sure they walk away feeling clear on their … [Read more...] about Understanding the Difference Between Tutoring and Academic Coaching
4 Signs Your Child Needs Academic Support From a Tutor
Relations between parent and child can become extremely tense and frustrated during homework or test preparation. However, many parents are unsure of if and when they should reach out for help from a tutor or additional academic professional for their child. We are sharing four signs that your child … [Read more...] about 4 Signs Your Child Needs Academic Support From a Tutor
How to Make Studying More Effective
Have you ever told a student something 10 times, and on the 11th, they ask you to explain it again? Or, if you are a student, have you read something for what feels like the 100th time, but you still have no idea what you are reading? This is a common issue. People often do not know how to study. … [Read more...] about How to Make Studying More Effective