Rates and Information

Rates and Information
INITIAL SESSION - 30 MINUTES FREE OR 2 HRS FOR $60
	I offer a free thirty-minute session designed so that I can assess your needs and you can determine whether I am the right tutor for you. Often my first meeting with a student will go for an hour, in which case the first half hour will be free and the second half hour will be $25. There are no expectations that go with this session. If, after this meeting, you decide that I am not the tutor for you, I will accept your decision, no questions asked, and make no further attempts to contact you. 2 Hrs for $60 is also available as an initial session offer. However, I highly discourage this offer for anyone below Junior or Senior level in High School. 2 hours is a long time for a teenager to focus on one topic. After the first 60 to 90 minutes it can become counter-productive. And, again, there are no strings attached. Even if you are looking to cram for a test, with no intention of following up with more tutoring, I encourage you to take me up on this offer. Who knows, perhaps you'll need me again one day. To say the least, if you like my work, you can refer me to others.
RATES
	After your initial session, my rates are $50/hour.
Where are tutoring sessions held?
	I generally tutor in the client's home. However, if you feel more comfortable, I can meet in a nearby coffee shop, library, etc. If you are willing to meet near my home (Overlea), I offer $10 off my standard hourly rate. The White Marsh area offers some fairly good locations to meet - Panera Bread, Barnes and Noble, or the White Marsh Library are all good examples.
How often do we meet?
	My recommendation is once a week for an hour. But, if you're trying to play catch up, twice a week might be in order. There is, however, no requirement. I am willing to meet bi-weekly, once a month, even once every six months. I have students who call me every once in a blue moon and say, "Hey, Math Wizard, I've got a test coming up and I need some help!" As long as there is room in my calendar, I'll fit you in.
No hassle policy
	If you are coming to my home, you may cancel at any time prior to our appointment. If I am making a house call, all I ask is that you contact me prior to when I get on the road to meet you. If the cancellation comes after that, I'll have to charge you for an hour of my time. Also, there is no contract between us. If you decide at any time that you no longer wish to have me as a tutor, I will discontinue my service, no questions asked.
Group rates
	If you are taking the same course with the same teacher, and are at approximately the same level, group tutoring may be an option. One on one tutoring is always the most effective. However, tutoring in groups is slightly more affordable. Call for rates.
My hours
	My normal hours are Monday through Thursday from 4:30PM to 9:30PM. But, if necessary, I can often meet on the weekends or during my lunch hour. Usually, if you're flexible, I can make time for you.