Finding the Right Tutor for Your Child with Learning Disabilities
Finding the Right Tutor for Your Child with Learning Disabilities: A Consultation Guide Obtaining a tutor for a child with learning disabilities (LD) can significantly vary depending on effective consultation beforehand. This is an extremely crucial decision for both your child's academic achievement and emotional stability. These are steps parents should take to obtain their child an appropriate tutor: Identify Your Child's Individualized Learning Profile Prior to initiating your search for a tutor, meet with educational professionals who understand your child's learning profile. Go over any previous evaluations, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), or 504 plans with professionals such as: School psychologists who can explain cognitive strengths and weaknesses Special education teachers who know your child's learning style Educational therapists who can determine specific intervention needs Occupational therapists if sensory or fine motor issues impact learning T...