Tutoring Services
Culturally Centered and Responsive Tutoring
At Sankofa Ed we are a diverse team of special educators, advocates, and educational professionals who are passionate about teaching and cultivating joy in learning spaces inside and outside the classroom. We understand the importance of representation in learning and are proud to offer a tutoring experience that is culturally affirming for both students and families.
What is a Sankofa Ed Educational Coach?
A Sankofa Ed Educational Coach is a highly specialized and qualified teaching professional with a minimum of 5 years of professional teaching experience and an extensive background in providing culturally affirming and responsive instruction to diverse students.
Our coaches are skilled in meeting students where they’re at and leveraging their strengths, interests and preferences to engage learners of all ability levels with new content or with reinforcing previous concepts. Our goal is to provide learners with strategies and skills they can apply independently at school, home, or in a professional setting.
How do you align students with coaches?
At Sankofa Ed we match potential families with coaches using the following criteria:
- Academic Expertise and Experience- Does the coach have extensive knowledge and experience teaching the subject your child needs support in?
- Availability and Location- Does the coach’s schedule and availability align with your family’s schedule? Do you live within the coach’s service area?
- Student Comfortability and Preference- We highly prioritize student safety and comfortability and encourage families to participate in an in-person or virtual meet and greet with their potential coach prior to the first paid session. This allows for students to meet their potential coach and determine if they would like to proceed with the coach or match with a different coach prior to their first paid session.
What kind of tutoring do you offer?
At Sankofa Ed we offer individualized tutoring support in the following areas:
- Math- Elementary Math, Pre Algebra, Algebra, AP Math, Trigonometry, Pre Calc, Calculus, Data and Statistics
- Writing- Essay writing, creative writing, resumes
- Reading- Oral reading fluency, reading comprehension, basic reading skills, functional reading skills
- Phonics/Phonological Awareness
- Science- Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science
- Social Emotional Learning- Mindfulness
- Executive Functioning Skills- Organization, Time Management, Task Initiation, etc
We also offer Project Based Learning (PBL) support for families who would like to capitalize on their student's interests and strengths by engaging them in a structured passion project. Examples of passion projects include exploring entrepreneurship, finding joy in hobbies, and liberatory learning based in social justice activism and advocacy.
Sankofa Ed Scope and Sequence Example
Week 1: Initial Assessment and Goal Setting
Session 1: Data Collection
- Student Background: Collect information on the student's academic history, strengths, challenges, and learning preferences.
- Baseline Assessment:
- Oral reading fluency
- Reading comprehension (percentage correct on a test)
- Math skills (basic operations, problem-solving)
- Writing sample (evaluate for structure, grammar, and content)
- Behavioral Observations: Note the student’s focus, motivation, and any areas of concern during the session.
- Parent/Guardian Input: Discuss with parents their goals, concerns, and any relevant background information.
- Set Goals: Establish short-term and long-term goals with the student and parents based on the assessment data.
Session 2: Personalized Learning Plan
- Create a Plan: Develop a personalized learning plan outlining the areas of focus, specific skills to be targeted, and the frequency of sessions.
- Discuss the Plan: Share the plan with the student and parents, making any necessary adjustments based on their feedback.