The Best Tutoring in Ross

We tailor tutoring to match what students are learning in Ross, CA classrooms. We review course outlines, assignments, rubrics, and portals from Ross School District, Kentfield School District, Ross Valley School District, Larkspur-Corte Madera School District, and the Tamalpais Union High School District. For Ross Elementary, public reports show very high math and English proficiency, so we focus on extension, deeper reasoning, and strong writing. At the same time, the Nation’s Report Card reports that only 36 percent of fourth graders are proficient nationwide, which is a reminder that personalized support matters even in high-performing districts. Tutors coordinate with teacher expectations, support CA standards and CAASPP skills, and reinforce classroom strategies so students see direct results in daily work, quizzes, and tests.

We use a simple process: Assess, Match, Tutor, Support. First, we learn about your child’s goals, courses, personality, and learning style. Then we recommend a tutor with the right subject expertise and a strong personality fit. Maureen Carr, our local owner in Marin with a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master’s in Education, oversees matching. Families tell us the fit matters. One Ross parent shared that Maureen quickly evaluated their situation and paired their daughter with an outstanding tutor who helped her exceed expectations. If the fit is not quite right, our Tutor Fit Guarantee means we will adjust the plan or tutor. You receive session updates after each meeting so you can see progress and confirm the match is working.

Yes. We offer one-to-one tutoring in your home in Ross, CA and nearby communities, as well as online sessions. In-home sessions reduce distractions and let students learn in a comfortable setting. Online sessions offer more scheduling options, and every online session is recorded so your student can replay explanations before quizzes or exams. Sessions focus on current classwork, filling gaps, and building executive function skills like planning and time management. We coordinate with upcoming tests and projects and send a session report after each meeting. Scheduling is flexible, including after-school and weekends. Length and frequency depend on goals and course load, so we set a plan together during your consultation.

Yes. We work with students who have IEPs, 504 Plans, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. We personalize strategies to match your child’s strengths and needs, and we align with existing accommodations and school plans. Our X-Skills program helps students build organization, planning, time management, prioritization, and goal setting so school feels more manageable. We can coordinate with teachers, clarify expectations, and break tasks into clear steps. The pace, materials, and supports are customized so your child can progress with confidence.

We support students from elementary through high school and adult learners across Marin. Subjects include math from foundations through calculus, English and writing, science, history, world languages, and study skills. We prepare students for CAASPP, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and AP exams. We also help with private school coursework, including The Branson School and other nearby independent schools. For younger learners at Ross Elementary and students in Kentfield and Ross Valley schools, we blend curriculum support with reading, number sense, and writing fundamentals. For Redwood High School and other Tamalpais Union High School District students, we focus on content mastery, test strategies, lab reports, essays, and executive skills to handle heavier workloads.

You receive a written session report after every tutoring session. Reports summarize what was covered, wins and challenges, and specific next steps. We set clear goals during the consultation and adjust the plan as needed. For older students, we track quiz and test results, assignment completion, and upcoming deadlines. For younger learners, we monitor reading fluency, math fact mastery, and writing skills. If your student uses online tutoring, recorded sessions are available for review. We check in with you regularly so everyone stays aligned.

We serve families in Ross, CA and neighboring communities, including Kentfield, San Anselmo, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Fairfax, San Rafael, Sleepy Hollow, and Greenbrae. We support students in Ross School District, Kentfield School District, Ross Valley School District, Larkspur-Corte Madera School District, and the Tamalpais Union High School District. We can meet in your home or online, and we will match you with a tutor who fits your location, schedule, and goals.

Tutors with Tutor Doctor are carefully vetted for subject expertise, communication skills, and the ability to personalize instruction. Many have teaching credentials or advanced degrees and experience supporting California standards and AP curricula. We screen tutors through interviews and background checks and select educators who can connect with students and explain concepts clearly. Our local owner, Maureen Carr, is a former classroom teacher with a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master’s in Education. She uses her teaching background to guide matching, coaching, and ongoing support for families.