Frequently Asked Questions
At SmartStart Education, we understand that schools and districts often have specific questions about how our programs work and how we can best support their academic goals. Whether you’re exploring our high-dosage tutoring services, K-12 staffing solutions, or program implementation process, we want to make it easy to understand what sets us apart.
Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about SmartStart Education, our services, and how we partner with schools to drive measurable student success.
About Our Programs
What types of academic support programs does SmartStart Education offer for schools?
We offer in-person high-dosage tutoring and K-12 staffing solutions. We tailor our programs to meet the exact needs and timelines of your school or district.
What grade levels and subjects does SmartStart Education cover?
Our programs are fit to the needs of any and all grade levels or age groups. We have a wide variety of academic staff whose specialties cover all subject areas.
Do you offer in-home, private tutoring?
No. We do not currently offer tutoring outside of small school-based groups.
Tutoring & Staffing Solutions
Can SmartStart help fill long-term or hard-to-staff teaching positions?
Yes. SmartStart has a high success rate at filling long-term and hard-to-staff positions. Our dedicated talent acquisition team is able to find exceptional candidates, even for the most difficult roles to fill.
How quickly can SmartStart place tutors or staff in our schools?
SmartStart prides itself in having educators ready to start within three weeks of your school signing a contract.
What role do administrators play when working with SmartStart?
After initially meeting with our program administrators to learn the unique needs of your school, we will handle all hiring, HR, and program implementation. We can ensure our staff meet your standards with as much or as little involvement on your part.
Quality & Customization
How does SmartStart make sure its tutors and staff provide consistent, high-quality instruction?
Our dedicated program managers monitor our tutors’ performance through observation, oversight, student data, and school feedback. To promote continuous learning among our academic staff, we offer professional certifications and monthly professional development sessions.
Can SmartStart’s services be adapted to fit our district’s curriculum and assessment tools?
Yes. SmartStart will adapt our programs to the specific requirements and tools provided by any school or district. Should you request additional curriculum to supplement your school’s, we offer services that include the technology and licenses needed to access alternative learning platforms.
How does SmartStart make sure its programs are inclusive and responsive to diverse student needs?
SmartStart has specific screening requirements to ensure that our educators are experienced with working with diverse populations. Our own program managers have multiple years of experience working in school districts with a high proportion of Title I schools and multi-lingual learners such as Baltimore City and Rio Grande.
Funding & Results
Can SmartStart Education programs be funded through state or federal funding?
Yes. Many of our programs are funded through grants and government initiatives.
How does SmartStart track student progress and share results with school administrators?
To establish a baseline and track academic growth, SmartStart administers the NWEA MAP assessment during the beginning, middle and end of our programs. With a combination of the diagnostic assessment and attendance tracking, SmartStart is able to get a holistic picture of your students’ academic gains in our program.
Partner With Us to Meet Your Academic Needs
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