Teachers on Call provides in-person and online private tutoring in the North Toronto area of Toronto for elementary and high school students in all subjects and grades from kindergarten to grade 12.
Teachers on Call services are highly recommended by teachers and other educational professionals, and has been since our start in over 40 years ago. If you live in the north region of Toronto and need a tutor, we are happy to help!
Teachers on Call's dedicated tutor team is qualified and knowledgeable in the subjects of English, Math, Science, French and more. They can also help students learn academic strategies, improve organization and time management skills, and increase their self confidence.
Why are we a step above the rest? All of our tutors are current with the Ontario curriculum and Ministry guidelines, and have had the opportunity to support hard-working students and families for decades. Our tutors are also patient, knowledgeable, achievement-oriented and have a passion for learning.
Get in touch with us today to learn more about how our tutors in the north area of Toronto can help support your student's academic journey.
If face-to-face tutoring isn't right for your family right now, consider our online tutoring service. Our online tutoring is of the same high quality as we offer face to face, and adheres to the same approaches as those we provide to students in-person.
With convenient meeting software like Zoom, you'll find online tutoring a great option. It allows students to access educational support and resources from their computer or electronic device, meaning tutors and students across the province can meet and collaborate virtually from almost anywhere.
Your child never has to pause their learning - they can meet at home, at the library, or even on vacation.
Our tutoring service is highly beneficial for students with special needs. Tutors can help them by providing overall strategies to help them become independent learners, and increasing their organization and time management skills.
If your student has been identified with learning disabilities, they will benefit by working with competent, caring and patient tutors who understand the concept of unique learning styles. Meet the tutors who serve in the north region of Toronto, and find out how they can help.
In addition to subject support, Teachers on Call can assist with executive functioning skills such as effective note-taking, study habits and test-taking strategies. Our tutors will help students master the foundational skills required for homework, and teach the critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills they need to excel.
Even native speakers often struggle with this tricky subject. Our English tutors can help your student with reading, writing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills. Reading comprehension, effective study skills and note-taking techniques are other areas our tutors can assist with.
Science can be a tricky subject, because it often involves a lot of math as well. Our science tutors are able to help with general science, biology, chemistry and physics. Teachers on Call offers a customized approach to science education, informed by the student's unique learning needs.
Our tutors are proud to work with students from all schools and school boards across the north area of Toronto.
Read the most frequently asked questions about our tutoring services for students in North Toronto.
Your child's personalized tutoring in North Toronto begins with a phone consultation that allows us to learn about child's academic needs, goals and interests.
Based on the information provided to us, we match your unique request with a qualified tutor who has the subject matter knowledge and the right personality to work with your child.
Throughout the tutoring assignment we are available for consultation and support.
At Teachers on Call, we have a relationship based approach to tutoring. The same subject tutor will work with your child on a consistent basis.
Our philosophy is always one-on-one support designed to maximize the learning experience for students in North Toronto.
If your family has siblings who are close in age and / or with similar subject needs, there is an option to share the same tutor back-to-back on an individual basis.
The minimum tutoring session is always 1 hour for in-person tutoring and 30 minutes for online tutoring.
After the minimum length is reached, additional tutoring is available in 15 minute increments.
While we believe in consistent tutoring for the best academic results, we do not offer packages.
We find this benefits families most as you only pay for the tutoring your child actually needs.
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We are here to help your student excel. Contact Teachers on Call today to get started with our award-winning tutoring services.
