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Attention Parents

Is your student struggling with the wonderful linguistics of the English language? Are their grades falling

behind other students? Well your troubles will soon be over. My name is Shane Maddon, and I am an author

living in Yakima. I have a BA in education from the University of Southern California, with a major in

Psychology, and a minor in Literature. I enjoy teaching students ( grades Th-Th) the importance of learning

the English language properly and how to utilize this information in the classroom. Whether they are having

trouble writing reports and essays, or simply struggling to grasp the strict rules that are necessary to develop

 strong English skills, my experience and patience with your student with help them excel and give them the

jump start they need to their futures.

 Services:

I offer tutoring in English skills development, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, reading, writing, creative writing, and essay prep.

Rates:

( May change depending on individual circumstance)

Classic Rate- $90 for one month. Includes two 45 min. lessons a week.

Student Rate- $60 for one month. Includes one 45 min. lesson a week.

Individual Rate- $35 per scheduled 45 min. visit.

Budget Rate- Please send an e-mail to Shane@smaddon.com if you are a  low income family and would like to discuss a rate for tutoring of your child.

Availability:

I am available all evenings after 7:30 P.m both weekdays and weekends. Two days a week I am available all day, and these will need to be scheduled on a week-to-week basis. All scheduled visits are first come first serve, but I am willing to make arrangements to meet and evaluate your student. If you are wanting tutoring for two or more children, they will need to be scheduled in to separate visits per-student. This insures a personalized lesson plan for each student, and one on one time.

Frequently asked Questions:

Q-What will the first lesson be like?- The first lesson I will get to know you and your child, and find out exactly where he/she is at academically. I will find out your expectations for their tutoring, and what they are hoping the gain/learn. I will give them advice until my next visit,  which I will have a personalized lesson plan prepared.

Q- What does a lesson plan include?- Each lesson plan is personalized for your child. I will keep track of where they are at, and where they should be toward the end of the lesson plan. I will give homework, that is expected to be completed on time by your child. Each lesson plan will include lessons,tests, and also assignments that will test their knowledge of the English language in a fun and challenging way.

Q- What if my student still doesn't get it?- All student' work at their own pace, and though the success rate for one on one time learning is high, a student will only get as much as they want out of this.If they have a willing attitude and a determination then I will work as hard as I can with your student.

Q- Can I cancel lessons?- If your student is UN-able to attend a lesson, I require a 24 hour notice, and will be glad to re-schedule to another date. If your student doesn't show up for a lesson, or is not available at home, the lesson will be forfeited and payment will still be due. If I am UN-able to attend a scheduled lesson, A future date will be set, and you will not be charged for the missed lesson.

Q- Do you teach English to non-English speaking children?- As I am not fluent in any other languages, I require all student's to be able to speak English.