How It Works
Individualized Tutoring
At Starlight Scholars, we offer two specialized tutoring pathways designed to meet the diverse needs of autistic elementary school-aged children. All our programs benefit from our in-person, sensory-friendly learning environment, differentiated instruction, and a passionate commitment to helping every child succeed.
Technology Integration
We thoughtfully integrate educational technology as needed to enhance learning and engagement.
Family Communication
Transparent communication is key to your child’s success. For all students, we maintain communication logs and schedule regular parent meetings to discuss progress and address any questions.
Sensory Supports
Sensory break room and alternative seating options to ensure a comfortable and conducive learning environment.
Progress Monitoring
Full-time students will also receive quarterly progress reports detailing their academic advancements.
Our Approach to Tutoring
At Starlight Scholars, we believe in a holistic and individualized approach to learning for autistic elementary school students. Our methods are designed to create a supportive, engaging, and effective educational experience for every child.
Our tutoring sessions are crafted with your child’s unique learning profile in mind. We consistently utilize proven strategies beneficial for autistic learners, including:
- Visual Supports: To aid comprehension and organization.
- Structured Routines: Providing predictability and comfort within sessions.
- Multi-Sensory Approaches: Engaging multiple senses to reinforce learning.
- Breaks as Needed: Integrating sensory and movement breaks to support regulation and focus.
- Special Interest Integration: Leveraging your child’s passions to make learning fun and relevant.
We begin by collaborating with the child, family, and, with parental permission, their teachers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their current strengths and needs. We always presume competence, starting instruction at grade level and making responsive adjustments based on how the child engages and progresses. Our commitment is to get to know each student and determine the most effective approaches for them, ensuring personalized lessons that incorporate their interests and combine curriculum resources as needed.
Personalized Assessment and Instruction
We begin by collaborating with the child, family, and, with parental permission, their teachers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their current strengths and needs. We always presume competence, starting instruction at grade level and making responsive adjustments based on how the child engages and progresses. Our commitment is to get to know each student and determine the most effective approaches for them, ensuring personalized lessons that incorporate their interests and combine curriculum resources as needed.
Hourly Pricing
Starlight Scholars offers two distinct tutoring pathways to best support the diverse needs of elementary school-aged autistic children and their families.
Part-Time Academic Support
- Flexible sessions ranging from 1-2 hours per day
- Small group settings (up to 5 students per tutor)
- Utilizes materials from school, making adjustments as needed
Full-Time Homeschool Instruction
- 4 hour days with a calendar closely matching the Broward County Public school
- Small group instruction (up to 5 students per tutor)
- Flexible curriculum options, customized to meet the needs of each student