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Shadow Teacher, Paraprofessional, Behavioral Technician

Empower every learner with the dedicated support of our Shadow Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Behavioral Technicians. Tailored for students with special education needs, our services provide personalized assistance to help overcome challenges and unlock potential. Whether it's academic guidance, behavioral support, or fostering social skills, we are committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Together, we make learning accessible and meaningful for all!

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Essential Organization Skills for 6th Graders: Tips for School Success

Essential Organization Skills for 6th Graders: Tips for School Success

Starting the day with a clear plan can set a positive tone for your child’s school experience. By incorporating structured routines and practical strategies, you can help them stay organized and focused throughout their academic journey. Morning and End-of-Day Checklists Using a morning checklist can help your child begin the day smoothly. Include simple items […]

Mastering Homeschooling: 8 Essential Strategies for Middle School Success

Mastering Homeschooling: 8 Essential Strategies for Middle School Success

Research shows that homeschooled students often outperform their traditionally schooled peers in standardized tests and college admissions. However, achieving these outcomes requires intention, motivation, and the right approach. With countless online resources, where do you begin? At Kids on the Yard, a growth mindset is the foundation of success. it means viewing challenges and mistakes […]

The Benefits of Mid-Year Tutoring: Essential Strategies for Preschool Success

The Benefits of Mid-Year Tutoring: Essential Strategies for Preschool Success

During preschool years, your child’s curious mind will be eager to learn a lot. Towards the middle of the school year, this may become overwhelming- making it an optimal time to invest in tutoring. Navigating the terrain of early childhood education presents a unique and delightful challenge, a journey that demands a deep understanding of […]

Top Time Management Tips for Homeschoolers Facing the Mid-Year Mark

Top Time Management Tips for Homeschoolers Facing the Mid-Year Mark

There is a wonderful sea of resources for mid-year struggles, but when it comes to homeschooling, your questions may be buried in the vast ocean of resources and left unanswered. You may find yourself asking if it’s okay for your student to fall behind in homeschooling when it feels like they should be ahead—or maybe […]

Early Literacy Foundations: Building Phonological Awareness and Strengthening Community Connections

Early Literacy Foundations: Building Phonological Awareness and Strengthening Community Connections

Phonological awareness is the ability to recognize and work with the sounds in spoken language, such as identifying rhymes, syllables, and individual sounds within words. Learning ABCS offers more benefits than what first comes to mind, such as social interaction, emotional confidence, and problem-solving skills. Developing phonological awareness and knowledge of the alphabet extends beyond […]

Student Factors in Learning Gaps

Learning Gaps: Top Factors Keeping Students Behind and Helpful Ways to Address Them

Unsolved learning gaps lead to a negative feedback loop that puts students further behind. Once a student is caught in this cycle, it can be challenging to break free. That’s why it’s incredibly important to keep a lookout for indicators that your student is falling behind and factors such as knowledge, skills, motivation, environment, and […]

Top Effective Feedback Strategies

Top Effective Feedback Strategies and the Power of Positive Reinforcement

Do you find yourself wondering how to provide truly effective feedback? This article will walk you through the three key levels of feedback—task, process, and self-regulation—and offer practical strategies for making your feedback more impactful. From pointing out specific content errors to guiding students in refining their strategies, and providing self-assessments for independent learning, each […]

How to Build a Positivity Routine: 6 Effective Visualization Steps with Kids on the Yard

How to Build a Positivity Routine: 6 Effective Visualization Steps with Kids on the Yard

Did you know January 11th is Vision Board Day? Happy Vision Board Day- Celebrate this fun holiday by learning about how Visualization can enhance your mindset and mental health. Visualization is more than just daydreaming—it’s a proven technique to bring your goals to life, and vision boards can do wonders in helping you lay your […]

Kids on the Yard: Mentoring Impact on Student Success

Kids on the Yard Success Stories: Mentoring Impact on Students

Foundation of Mentoring in Kids on the Yard Kids on the Yard embraces a unique approach to integrating mentoring into their education programs. Devised to enhance academic success, this system surpasses the conventional educator-student paradigm by instilling confidence and independence in students. Customized mentorship broadens contexts beyond academic learning to include emotional and social competencies—traits […]

Is Mid-Year Too Late for Tutoring? Turning the Mid-Year Milestone into a Success Opportunity

Is Mid-Year Too Late for Tutoring? Turning the Mid-Year Milestone into a Success Opportunity

As parents, we constantly strive to ensure our children have the tools they need to succeed, both academically and beyond the classroom walls. Recognizing when your child might require tutoring is not always straightforward, and making the decision to invest in extra help mid-year can be challenging. In this exploration, we delve into the various […]