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TESTIMONIALS

Barbara was absolutely fantastic with Lila, and we were very happy with her. Lila got accepted to her first choice, and we appreciated the help not only with her essay but also with general college questions Barbara was able to help her with.
Teena M.
McEdwin was a fantastic tutor. He and our son, a college freshman, worked well together, and his grades, as a result, have dramatically improved.
F. F.
Jacob tutored our son throughout his fifth and sixth grades. For our son, this was a time of increased academic demands and heightened anxiety, which exacerbated his language processing challenges. Jacob approached our son with sensitivity, compassion, and patience, which were greatly needed during this time. In addition to reinforcing essential academic content, Jacob provided flexible and effective study skill strategies—strategies that our son internalized and has continued to use independently! Jacob is an intelligent and knowledgeable educator who knows how to individualize his approach to his students to suit their specific needs and learning styles. He willingly communicates with school personnel and teachers to ensure continuity between his tutoring and students' classroom experiences. My son greatly benefited from this regular communication between professionals. I'd highly recommend Jacob to any child who needs individual and extra academic support!
Dana G.
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; she really 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 typical “brain drain” that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
Nicole May
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 in order 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 5 years, and Mackie is the first tutor she happily meets with. This is a huge win!
Kristin S.
This company is great at finding awesome learning specialists who work with kids of all ages and use multisensory techniques to help break down abstract concepts. My child needs help with math, and they were able to supply him with a top-notch math tutor who was able to really help my son improve. Not only is it hard to find qualified math learning specialists who work well with school-aged children, but they come to your home, which is a real godsend.
Mr. K. Kim
Themba Tutors provided a learning specialist that perfectly fits my daughter. I told them what we were looking for, and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible, and she makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her on her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility for her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much-needed and well-provided service to the community!!
Fara Jones
I own a tutoring and educational consulting company myself. I called to ask for help with my daughter, who has sensory and ADHD-related issues. The woman on the phone was very honest with me and really guided me in the right direction. Most of the other companies I had called didn't seem to understand what a "multisensory" learning style means, which is fine, but I'm assuming they wouldn't understand my daughter's learning needs. I wound up getting better services through my daughter's school, but I'd recommend Themba to any parent with a child with special education needs.
Michelle, Park Slope Tutoring
Having been through the SAT/ACT tutoring process before with my older daughter, I knew we'd need something less conventional and more tailor-made for my son—someone who could adjust and meet the needs of his specific learning needs. My son has ADHD and easily becomes overwhelmed and anxious with regard to test-taking. After his first tutoring session with Dr. Brooke, we knew it was a "good fit." She was able to quickly develop a great working rapport with my son. She understood that he needed to be "gently" challenged, praised, and continually encouraged to keep him from becoming overly frustrated. His original PSAT score was 26. Dr. Brooke helped him bring his ACT score up to 31. We can't thank her enough!
Hilary V.
My son has been working with Jeffrey for math tutoring with brilliant results. Jeffrey helped reinforce the lessons from class, helping him build confidence and perseverance. Jeffrey worked diligently to prepare for each session by making sure he was aware of what material my son was covering each week. Jeffrey would arrive for sessions with problem sheets they could work from to strengthen his skills. He was always very patient, reassuring, and encouraging. At the same time, he pushed Oliver toward mastery of the material. In six months, my son began to see himself as a capable, successful math student.
Sara Baysinger
I thought Paul was terrific, and our son did too! Paul was particularly helpful in the math section of the ACT and math in general. Paul had an amazing rapport with our son, and that made the twice-weekly commitment for tutoring fine for our son, which is really important. We highly recommend Paul!
Martha P.
We were very impressed with Anthony's calmness and resilience in the face of a daunting task—helping our daughter with math! He engaged her in creative and engaging ways to try and get across the challenging concepts of her homework and test prep. He really cared and made a lot of effort to work with our 11-year-old.
Emily R.
My daughter, a freshman in a public high school, was struggling in math. I got in touch with Blythe at Themba, and she managed to have a wonderful math tutor come to my home the following day. She stayed much longer than the required time to make sure that my daughter understood all the concepts. She also followed up with us and asked if we had any other questions that she could help with. As a parent, it is a relief to know that you can secure a tutor very quickly who comes straight to your home. A great experience!
Tiphaine M.
I have currently secured two excellent Themba Tutors for my son, a junior in an NYC high school. My son really enjoys working with these tutors, Matt and Anthony. He finds their methods clear and inspiring. Matt works with my son on college entrance test preparation (ACT and SAT), and Anthony works with my son on written expression, executive functioning, and attention skills.
Kristina K.
Matt tutored my son for the SAT and ACT this fall. We liked his positive approach to helping us learn the necessary testing skills. He is friendly and thoughtful and points out strengths while emphasizing areas that need extra work. Thank you for sending him to us!
Colleen Donohue
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 and responsive and found two amazing tutors for us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic; they connected with my son really well and helped him go from a ‘failing’ grade to an "honors" grade! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
Carolina L.
Themba Tutors was recommended to us by a therapist I used to evaluate my daughter, a 7th grader in a public school in Manhattan, for possible learning disabilities related to math. She needed help with strategies for completing homework and keeping skills up to date, as well as some remedial work to get her where she should be. especially with the challenging Common Core curriculum. My daughter had used a few tutors in the past, but none of them were as effective as Matt's. Matt has a very kind way about him, and his genuine concern for my daughter's progress was apparent. He was able to focus her attention for the full sessions without her feeling stressed or overwhelmed. He adjusted the agenda to accommodate problem areas that arose and to address extra last-minute material that needed to be reviewed for upcoming tests. Her final report card reflected a 90 for the school year. We couldn't have been more thrilled! Matt has a real gift for teaching that significantly contributed to her getting on track. Thank you for recommending Matt!
Mary Rose

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A learning disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition wherein an individual demonstrates significant learning issues when compared to peers. Due to this, students have difficulty with reading, writing, math, and learning new concepts. Students with learning disorders struggle in school and at home. Learning disorders do not only include difficulties related to academic skills. These children experience social difficulties as well. Many factors lead to these learning disorders, and it varies from child to child. Some children find it difficult understanding words, while others find it difficult reading and writing text, and others have difficulty with math.

Experts suggest that learning disorders refer to central nervous system impairments. Improper growth and development of the brain may lead to poor learning. Certain parts of the brain are responsible for understanding new information. Immature brain functioning can be the underlying cause of these learning issues. Chemicals communicating to one another in the brain may also not be operating efficiently. All these neurological factors can contribute to a learning disorder.

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LEAH

Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics, M.S. in General and Special Education (grades 1-6)

SAMARA

Masters in Special Education

MCEDWIN

M.S. in Special Education

GLEN

New York State Licensed Special Education Teacher

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What Causes A Learning Disorder?

A learning disorder is also known as a “learning disability.” The following are risk factors for learning disorders:

Family history and genetics – Often, learning problems tend to run in families. So, genetic factors play an important role in brain development.

Environmental factors – Studies have shown that high levels of toxins, such as lead, can increase the risk of developing a learning disorder.

Physical injuries – Any serious damage to the head leading to brain damage may cause central nervous system impairments, leading to learning disorders.

Psychological abuse – Early childhood is a critical developmental phase for learning. Trauma during this phase may result in learning disorders.

Risk during pregnancy – Exposure to drugs or alcohol can cause neurological damage to a baby. Premature birth also can be a risk for newborns.

What Are the Signs and Symptoms of a Learning Disorder?

Symptoms of learning disorder vary from child to child. The most common of them are:

Trouble in learning colors, shapes, days of the week, alphabets
A problem in learning basic mathematical skills
Inconvenience in following instructions given to them
Poor organizational skills
Struggles with reading, writing and pronouncing

Issues in understanding the concept of time
Difficulty with learning how to tie shoes, zippers, buttons, etc.
Trouble in making the connection between alphabets and their sounds
Lack of coordination while doing homework, sports, or walking
A problem in recognition of words

How Is a Learning Disorder Diagnosed?

Diagnosis of a learning disorder is not an easy task. Seek professional help if you see your child struggling. A professional conducts tests to diagnose the disorder, which evaluates IQ, learning, participation, language, communication, and speech. They also notice symptoms, behavioral patterns, and check the academic performance of students. Based on test results, professionals determine the need for treatment.

Psychological evaluation – Children suffering from learning disorders usually have anxiety and depression. Their self-esteem and motivation level drop. These behaviors help to identify if the child is suffering from a learning disorder.

Medical testing – In this type of evaluation, medical specialists check medical history. Sometimes, loss of coordination in the nervous system may be the cause. Specialists conduct physical examinations to check for any abnormality.

Academic evaluation – School teachers play a role in observing reading and writing skills. They check the classroom behavior and performance of children. They assess spellings, recognition patterns, understanding of concepts, etc.

How Are Children with a Learning Disorder Treated?

Schools, parents, and psychologists play a primary role in treatment. Language specialists also provide their services. The treatment strategies include:

Extra help – A tutor or learning specialist helps to improve academic skills. They enhance mathematical and study skills. They devise techniques that help children in improving their reading and writing skills.

Language and speech therapy – Therapy for children who suffer from a lack of communication proves helpful. A speech-language therapist helps in enhancing language skills.

Use of medications – Sometimes, the disorder may become severe. In this case, medication serves the purpose. Prescription for anxiety and depression management help in this case. Medicines for improvement in concentration are also available. But, medication is the last treatment option.

If you start noticing that your child is struggling or exhibits some of the symptoms of a learning disorder, it’s best to take a more proactive approach instead of waiting for things to improve on their own. Consult a specialist as early as possible. An early diagnosis can lessen the chances of a worst-case scenario. Encourage your child during their treatment and therapy. This will help them regain their lost confidence. Focus on their strengths and help them in improving their skills. The treatment is a slow process but essential to improve the quality of your child’s life.

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Students of all ages receive one-on-one tutoring in all instructional materials, test preparation, and executive function coaching as required. 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.