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Above Grade (Online lessons ONLY)

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We work with both adults and children at Above Grade Educational Services, where every learner receives personalized support that builds both skills and confidence. With over 17 years of experience as a certified educator, I specialize in helping students close gaps, excel in reading, math, and writing, and gain the tools they need for lasting academic success. What sets us apart is our ability to connect with learners at their level and design lessons that are engaging, culturally responsive, and research-based. Whether you or your child needs help catching up, pushing ahead, or preparing for assessments, we create a plan that’s targeted, practical, and encouraging. When you work with Above Grade, you’re not just hiring a tutor, you’re gaining a partner invested in your growth. Our students leave each session more confident, prepared, and motivated to succeed.
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17 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Michael J.

Mar 16, 2021

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Above Grade responded to my request quickly. Our tutor for Spanish (Lina) has been a joy to work with. When asked if she could reach out to my daughters teacher she did so without hesitation. This has helped with her understanding my daughters strengths & weaknesses. I appreciate her level of commitment to my daughters success.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • Beginner • Professional or academic verbal comprehension • Beginner • Beginner • Professional or academic reading/writing • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • The spanish tutor travels to me

Spanish Lessons
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Veronica P.

Jun 17, 2019

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I've been taking lessons with Laura for about 8-9 months now -- she's an incredible teacher! I look forward to my lesson each week and my conversational Spanish is noticeably improving. She's also very laidback and caters the class to my needs. Very professional and Jocelyn is super quick to respond for any scheduling matters. I appreciate that they offer discounted packages too so you don't have to pay per class.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • Full fluency • Intermediate • Beginner • Basic reading/writing skills • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the spanish tutor

Spanish Lessons
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Kyle M.

Nov 13, 2017

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We hired Jocelyn for test preparation and writing services for my daughter's college admissions. We are also exercising options for Spanish classes with this company. There were a couple of reasons we hired Jocelyn. 1. She is knowledgeable about the ACT and what we could do to help our daughter succeed through the use of strategies 2. My daughter felt at ease and comfortable with Jocelyn the first time she talked to her over the phone. 3. We liked that Jocelyn and her team have more than one service avaliable. We don't have to hire out seperately for writing, ACT and Spanish classes. What puts the icing on the cake is that the work is quality and not mediocre.

Details: 12th grade • English • Reading • Evening (after 6pm) • Late afternoon (3pm - 6pm) • Morning (9am - noon) • Early morning (before 9am) • As soon as possible • $41 - $70 per hour • Ready to hire the right teacher now • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Above Grade (Online lessons ONLY)'s reply
Thank you for this review. Your daughter is so awesome! She has such great potential in her endeavors. We look forward to further assisting!
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Marlon B.

Jul 14, 2018

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My experience with Above Grade Educational Services has greatly exceeded my expectations. They respond to all my concerns immediately and my instructor is amazing we were perfectly matched up I had no training in Spanish which I thought would be challenging for the instructor to teach online but she is very patient and thorough. I really feel fortunate to have chosen this path

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • Full fluency • No experience • No experience • Full literacy • As recommended by teacher • 45 minutes • Monday • Wednesday • Morning (9am - noon) • Early afternoon (noon - 3pm) • On an ongoing basis • As soon as possible • Ready to hire the right teacher now • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the spanish tutor

Above Grade (Online lessons ONLY)'s reply
Thank you, Marlon, for this encouraging review. Fiorella loves working with you, and is delighted you are progressing so well!
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Michael C.

Aug 14, 2019

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I have taken Spanish classes for about a year with Above Grade. Jocelyn is very organized and clearly explained the expectations of the classes. My instructor, Laura, is very personable and challenges me to learn in class. In the last year my Spanish has greatly improved. The classes have helped me to go from being unable to construct audible conversations to, where I currently am, able to hold basic conversations and use proper verb tenses while speaking Spanish. I have really enjoyed my experience with Above Grade.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • Full fluency • Beginner • Beginner • Full literacy • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the spanish tutor • The spanish tutor travels to me

Spanish Lessons
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