How are you different than an ordinary tutor?
Ordinary tutors are often not trained in special education. I have a masters degree in limudei kodesh special education and I also trained under Rabbi Shaul Klein (one of the early pioneers in limudei kodesh special education). Regular tutors usually help children to function in class. For a child with LD, an ordinary tutor may help the child pass the next test, but the child often does not gain the skills that he is missing. My concern is not the present class, but where the child will be five years from now. With this long-term vision in mind, I help children achieve the skills that they are missing and prepare them to become independent learners.
What is the CVS program?
CVS stands for Chumash Vocabulary program. My mentor, Rabbi Shaul Klein, developed this program over 35 years. It is currently in use in over 50 resource rooms across the world. It is a research-based system that builds textual skills from the bottom-up. It is not a quick program. Contrary to what we would like, "quick fixes" to LD, ADHD and years of missed skills do not exist. CVS takes time, but it works. It has a successful track record with thousands of children across the spectrum of the frum world. With CVS, children who struggled with kriah and tiching Chumash develop the ability to translate Chumash and even learn Gemara. Click here to listen to an interview of Rabbi Klein about his program.
How much experience do you have?
I have been working with special needs children since 2001. I have more than 10,000 hours of experience working with children and adolescents with special needs. I have worked with children who have dyslexia, ADHD, CAPD, Tourette's syndrome, executive function disorders, and many other issues.
Isn't online learning difficult for a child with special needs?
The activities and learning that I do are very inter-active. I have not found that the quality of learning or attention is compromised online.
How do we get started?
First, we take a complete history of the student from the parents. We review the reports of teachers and educational testing as well when they are available. Then we schedule a comprehensive evaluation to assess the student's achievement level in kriah, Chumash and Gemara. The evaluation takes between 45 minutes to two hours depending on many factors.
After the evaluation, we discuss with the parents how we can help the student and a remediation program is decided upon.
After the evaluation, we discuss with the parents how we can help the student and a remediation program is decided upon.
How much does the evaluation cost?
$300
How often do you work with each student?
Every student is unique. We have 30 minute, 45 minute, and 60 minute sessions. The success of our programs is built on the overlooked concept of "overlearning". This means that skills are reviewed continuously even after they have been mastered. This insures long-term retention and fast retrieval of the information. This is one of the unique features of our programs. This intensive regimen requires a commitment of at least four sessions per week to achieve maximum benefit.
Some students also choose a "frontloading program" which entails ten hours per week. This intensive tract not only covers material quicker, but also results in superior qualitative and quantitative gains.
Some students also choose a "frontloading program" which entails ten hours per week. This intensive tract not only covers material quicker, but also results in superior qualitative and quantitative gains.
How much do sessions cost?
Sessions are prorated at $80-$100 per hour.
How is payment made?
Weekly invoices are sent which can be paid by Zelle, credit card, or paypal.
What technology is required?
I use ZOOM as my learning platform. The student will need a computer with a good internet connection & webcam. The student needs a full screen computer. Tablets and smartphones will not work.
Do you have references?
Yes, references can be provided upon request.