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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

4.9 56 reviews

  • Avatar Emily Matles ★★★★★ a week ago
    We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
    ~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old
  • Avatar Natalie Levon ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
  • Avatar T Ainsley ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
  • Avatar Jackie Vasquez ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Excellent services, caring therapists.
  • Avatar Lil Amatore ★★★★★ 8 months ago
    Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
  • Avatar Colin Peters ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
  • Avatar Heather Liljengren ★★★★★ a year ago
    We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
  • Avatar Chris duke Fields ★★★★★ a month ago
    The company is great with outstanding customer service. They keep my horses protected. I have recommended them to other horses trainers as well that are going to get service early next year. Very professional an honest too. Respectfully … More submitted Christopher
  • Avatar Nikhil Jaisinghani ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Ron and Ken did a fantastic job with our security system today. Installed everything very quick. Both of them were very polite and asked us throughout if the installation met our needs. Simply fantastic!
  • Avatar Linda Parsley ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    I called Cornerstone Protection to get a Security system at a relatives out of state property, within a week it was installed! The installers worked with the client to help understand her new system and she was happy! Our relative said … More they were courteous, professional and patient! I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection for all of your security needs!
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    Had blink cameras; Car was broken into multiple times so I called CornerStone & they were able to install multiple cameras very quickly & for a reasonable price. I am so happy with the app & getting alerts that are not superfluous, … More like they were with Blink. Highly recommend CornerStone & the tech Ronnie.
  • Avatar Pete Peters ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Ron and Ken are great guys to work with.
    Both were very knowledgeable and got our system back up and running.
    Thanks to both for a job well done...
  • Avatar Brigid Bower ★★★★★ 11 months ago
    Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
  • Avatar Larry Barton ★★★★★ a year ago
    Amazing assistance provided by Shannon today on my security system. I’m so grateful for your prompt, efficient, professional, and courteous service. Put me down as a customer for life!
  • Avatar Megan Haller ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    One of the most painless experiences I've had. They came on time and was over the moon professional with still keeping a level of personability to it. The gentleman also went out of his way to say that my husband and Mines business … More was appreciated. Which is actually rare to be appreciated by such a great company. So thank you and we look forward to continuing services with this company.
  • Avatar Megan Magsam ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    I am so happy we decided to go with cornerstone. They were quick and efficient. Shannon and the installer we very friendly. We got a lot of equipment and it was still within our budget. 10/10 would definitely recommend! Thank you
  • Avatar Collins Youngblood ★★★★★ a year ago
    Love the customer service and Shanon and his team go above and beyond for my restaurant. Couldn't of asked for a better security system and level of service that his team provides.
  • Avatar kanu patel ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    I have been using Cornerstone Protection service for over 5 years and I'm really happy with the service and state-of-the-art equipments and it's futures are so much in advance and friendly, I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection … More Service any and all business that need a security protection days and nights specially after business hours(Cornerstone Protection is perfect solution for your business). Owner of Cornerstone Protection is proactive with their customers and their equipments. Good experienced with Cornerstone Protection!!!
    Kanu Patel
  • Avatar Liz Jones ★★★★ 2 years ago
    We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
  • Avatar S CL ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
  • Avatar Nicole May ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
  • Avatar Gillian Davidoff ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
  • Avatar carolina luttmann ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Our son started in a new high school, 100% remote, and was really struggling with Latin and Physics. I found Themba Tudors online and had an initial call with Craig, who was very knowledgeable, responsive, and found 2 amazing tutors for … More us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic, connected with my son really well and helped him go from 'failing' grade to 'honors'! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
  • Avatar Eric Fingerman ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
  • Avatar Susan Wong ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
  • Avatar Christine Gennetti ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
    I can wholeheartedly say after working with Themba for two years that I would not have finished my program without this organization. And I am so thankful I selected them.
  • Avatar Fabiola FITZPATRICK ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
  • Avatar Jude Eugene ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
  • Avatar Janice Eidus ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
  • A Google User ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
  • Avatar Fara Jones ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
  • Avatar Frances Simpson ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
  • Avatar Mary Jean Babic ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
  • Avatar Nina Herman ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
  • Avatar Frances ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
  • Avatar Michael Birnbaum ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
  • Avatar Monica Alzate ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.

In-Home Executive Function Coaching for Elementary Students in NYC (Grades 1–5)

This program is delivered in-home for families across Manhattan and Brooklyn, with additional availability in Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

This program is exclusively in-person and is not delivered remotely, as elementary students benefit most from direct, structured support.

Designed for NYC Families with Elementary-Age Children

This page is for families in New York City seeking in-person executive function coaching for elementary students in grades 1–5.

All services described here are delivered face-to-face in students’ homes across NYC. If you are looking for remote executive function coaching, or support for middle school or high school students, this page is not the right fit. Please visit our other service pages for those options.

For some younger elementary students whose executive functioning challenges are closely connected to reading, writing, or math development, we collaborate with our sister company, Brooklyn Letters, which specializes in academic and literacy-based intervention. While Themba Tutors focuses on executive functioning coaching—particularly for late elementary, middle school, and high school students—Brooklyn Letters provides deeper academic remediation when needed. Our teams coordinate to ensure families receive the most appropriate support from the start.

Is This the Right Page for Your Family?

This page is for:

  • NYC families with children in grades 1–5
  • Students who struggle with organization, routines, attention, or managing frustration during tasks
  • Families seeking hands-on, in-person executive function support
  • Parents who want coaching that integrates naturally into daily school routines

This page is not for:

  • Families outside NYC
  • Families seeking fully remote executive function coaching
  • Middle school or high school students

If you’re unsure which option fits best, our team can help guide you during a free consultation.

Why Executive Function Skills Matter in Elementary School

The Link Between Executive Function, ADHD, and Early Academic Success

Elementary school is where executive function skills begin to form. While academic expectations are still developing, many children already struggle with:

  • Getting started on homework
  • Managing materials and school supplies
  • Following multi-step directions
  • Managing frustration during tasks
  • Transitioning between tasks
  • Staying focused without constant reminders

When these challenges appear early, they can create stress at school and at home. Executive function coaching helps children build foundational habits before academic demands intensify in later grades.

Families across New York City—including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens—use this program to build foundational executive function skills early.

Executive Functioning Coaching for Grades 1-5 Students
MCEDWIN

M.S. in Special Education

DUSTY
DUSTY

Master’s in Special Education

CAMERON
CAMERON

Master’s Degree in Psychology

CHRIS M.
CHRIS M.

Master’s in Special Education and Literacy, Bachelor’s in Sociology

ALEX R.
ALEX R.

PhD Candidate

ALANA
ALANA

Master’s in Social Work, Bachelor’s in Psychology

Executive Functioning Coaching for Grades 1-5 Students
HOLLY

MS in English Education, and a 6th-year Professional Diploma in Reading Consultancy and Educational Leadership

Executive Functioning Coaching for Grades 1-5 Students
JURGA

Special Education Teacher, Certified Orton-Gillingham Literacy Specialist

What Is Executive Function Coaching for Grades 1–5?

Executive function coaching for elementary students focuses on building core skills through structure, routine, and guided practice.

At Themba Tutors, coaching emphasizes:

  • Creating predictable systems children can rely on
  • Teaching skills in age-appropriate, concrete ways
  • Building frustration tolerance and flexibility during challenging tasks
  • Helping students apply strategies consistently at home, with parent guidance as needed.

Coaching is collaborative and supportive, designed to help children feel capable—not overwhelmed.

Skills We Focus On in Elementary Executive Function Coaching

For grades 1–5, executive function coaching commonly targets:

  • Organization: Managing backpacks, desks, homework folders, and materials
  • Time Awareness: Understanding schedules, transitions, and expectations
  • Task Initiation: Getting started without avoidance or shutdown
  • Attention & Focus: Sustaining effort during non-preferred tasks
  • Emotional Regulation: Managing frustration, anxiety, and overwhelm
  • Follow-Through: Completing tasks and routines with increasing independence

These skills form the foundation for success in middle school and beyond.

Our In-Person Coaching Approach in NYC

Why Themba Tutors is the #1 Choice for Grades 1-5 EF Coaching in NYC

All elementary executive function coaching on this page is in-person and delivered in students’ homes across New York City.

In-home coaching allows us to:

  • Work within a student’s real learning environment
  • Support real homework routines and transitions as they occur
  • Build systems that students can use consistently day-to-day

We serve families across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

How Coaching Is Structured for Elementary Students

Coaching for grades 1–5 is intentionally structured and supportive. Sessions typically include:

  • Clear routines and visual supports
  • Hands-on organization and planning activities
  • Practice using age-appropriate tools and systems
  • Coaching moments that normalize mistakes and build confidence
  • Ongoing parent communication to support consistency

Coaching is centered on the student, with parent collaboration supporting consistency at home.

Students We Commonly Support

Our elementary executive function coaches have experience working with students who have:

Our approach is strength-based and affirming, focused on helping children feel successful and understood.

As students progress into middle school, coaching typically shifts toward independent academic systems and workload management.

Hear From NYC Parents: Success Stories & Testimonials

My son got to a point in his writing where he just hit a wall with brainstorming. He needed some extra 1:1 time outside of school with someone who could handle the executive functions aspect, the stress around schoolwork, the extra time/silence my son sometimes needed, and the warmth and creativity that is his native space. Jake was beyond perfect. I just couldn’t have dreamt up a better fit. In addition, he documented his process and what was working with my son so that I have a collection of emails to look back on when I need reminders about how to help my son when he’s feeling stuck – which is now very seldom. If I had five thumbs, they’d all be up. So I’ll just say 5 stars! Thank you, Jakek, and thank you, Themba Tutors. (By the way, this was affordable, to boot.)

 

-Micaela B.     

Khalilah has been a fantastic science and executive functioning tutor for my daughter. She quickly assessed the best and most effective teaching methods. She is also high-energy and extremely dedicated to making the most of her sessions. I highly recommend her!

 

 

-Meredith J.     

Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.

 

-Eric Fingerman     

I was referred to Themba Tutors to help my daughter strengthen her executive functioning skills. Craig was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He provided us with a few different tutors to meet to find the right fit. We’ve been working with McEdwin “Mackie,” and he’s been wonderful. My daughter has worked with several tutors over the past five years, and Mackie is the first tutor she happily meets with. This is a huge win!

 

-Kristin S.     

 

At Themba Tutors, we take the time to help students/clients understand their strengths and progress in areas where they need to improve. We offer personalized tools for each of our clients to help them become more aware of their individual needs as they work towards short-term goals. Improving these skills will benefit our students’/clients’ long-term plans.

FAQs for Parents of Elementary Students

FAQs for Parents of Elementary Students NYC

What is executive function coaching for elementary school students?

Executive function coaching for elementary school students helps children build the systems and habits required to manage schoolwork, routines, and daily expectations. These skills include planning, organization, time management, impulse control, working memory, and managing frustration during tasks. Our coaches work one-on-one with students to strengthen these executive functioning skills for kids, providing structured support to help students manage workload, stay organized, and follow through on tasks.

How does executive function coaching differ from traditional tutoring for young children?

Traditional tutoring focuses on academic subjects such as math or reading. Executive function coaching targets the underlying skills that allow students to learn effectively across all subjects. For example, while a math tutor may teach fractions, an executive function coach helps a child organize assignments, manage time, and stay focused during work. Themba Tutors uniquely combines Executive Function Coaching with Academic Support for comprehensive, personalized learning strategies.

At what age should my child start executive function coaching?

There is no single “right” age to begin executive function coaching, but early support is often beneficial. We offer kindergarten executive function support and specialize in working with students in grades 1–5. If you notice challenges with focus, organization, or planning—even in kindergarten or first grade—early intervention can help your child build strong foundations and reach their academic potential.

What are the signs my 1st–5th grader may need executive function support?

Common signs include:

  • Trouble with time management for 1st graders or older students
  • Ongoing difficulty with homework organization
  • Struggles with planning schoolwork
  • Difficulty sustaining focus or frequent distraction
  • Impulsive behaviors or difficulty with self-control
  • Forgetting instructions or struggling with working memory
  • Losing school supplies or personal belongings
  • Difficulty starting tasks independently
  • Emotional meltdowns over small changes
  • Challenges following multi-step directions

Do you offer executive function coaching for children with ADHD?

Yes. ADHD executive function coaching for young children is a core area of expertise at Themba Tutors. Children with ADHD often experience challenges related to attention, organization, and impulse control. Our coaches use targeted, evidence-based strategies to support these needs, helping children succeed both academically and socially through specialized ADHD tutoring.

Can executive function coaching help with homework completion and organization?

Absolutely. Improving focus and organization around homework is a central goal of our elementary executive function coaching. We teach strategies such as breaking tasks into manageable steps, using planners, creating effective workspaces, and managing distractions. These tools help make homework time more productive and less stressful.

How are your executive function coaches for grades 1–5 selected?

Our executive function coaches are carefully selected from backgrounds in education, psychology, and special education. Each coach receives extensive training in evidence-based strategies and works to create a supportive, encouraging environment for every student, whether providing in-home executive function support in NYC or virtual coaching. Our team has experience supporting neurodivergent learners and students with complex learning needs.

Do you provide in-home executive function coaching across NYC?

Yes. We offer in-home executive function coaching throughout New York City, including:

  • Executive function coaching Upper West Side
  • Elementary executive function coach Brooklyn Heights
  • ADHD support for kids Park Slope
  • Children’s executive function specialist Manhattan
  • Private tutor for ADHD grades 1–5 Queens

Please contact us to confirm availability in your specific neighborhood.

What is the typical duration of executive function coaching?

The length of coaching varies based on a child’s goals, needs, and consistency of participation. Some students make meaningful progress within a few months, while others benefit from ongoing support throughout the school year. We continuously adjust learning plans as skills develop to promote long-term independence.

How do parents collaborate with the executive function coach?

Parent collaboration is essential. Our coaches maintain regular communication with families, sharing progress updates and practical strategies that support consistency outside of sessions.

How This Page Fits with Our Other Services

This page focuses only on:

  • Grades 1–5
  • In-person executive function coaching
  • NYC families

If you are looking for:

Each page is designed to help families find the most appropriate option quickly.

Getting Started

Every family begins with a free consultation and meet-and-greet. This allows us to understand your child’s needs and recommend next steps—without pressure.

During the consultation, we’ll:

  • Learn about your child’s challenges and strengths
  • Explain how elementary executive function coaching works
  • Match your child with an experienced coach
  • Answer any questions you may have

Contact Us

If you’re seeking in-person executive function coaching for an elementary student in NYC, we’re here to help.

Phone: (917) 382-8641
Email: [email protected]

We look forward to supporting your child’s confidence, independence, and growth during these foundational years.

Our work focuses on structured executive functioning systems and behavioral routines rather than therapy or clinical treatment.

Not ready to fill out the form yet? We’re here to make this easy.

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Every coach offers a free 15-minute remote meet-and-greet, so you can get to know them and see if it feels like the right fit. We’re very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout the process. From there, we’ll thoughtfully match you with one or more of our coaches.