A PARCC class can give your student the guidance they need to prepare for the assessment tests they may face throughout their academic career. The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) is a series of assessments administered by Maryland, New Mexico, the District of Columbia, and New Jersey. Louisiana and Colorado also blend PARCC questions with their own state-issued exams. Overall, these tests aim to assess student skill and development starting from Kindergarten. You can help your student take advantage of valuable support through one-on-one PARCC courses led by a skilled instructor.
Your student's PARCC prep classes are designed to suit their individual needs and goals. They can work with a personal tutor who understands that no two students learn the same way. Your student's tutor can implement a custom-tailored PARCC course plan that encompasses their learning style, interests, and curriculum.
From third to 11th grade, students receive two tests: Math and English Language Arts/Literacy. Below you can view a breakdown of the unit testing times for each high school-level subject test:
Spring 2018 Unit Testing Times for High School
Subject(s)/Course(s) | Unit | Section | Unit Testing Time (Minutes) |
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Integrated Mathematics 1, 2, 3 | Unit 1 | Non-calculator | 90 |
Calculator | |||
Unit 2 | Calculator | 90 | |
Unit 3 | Calculator | 90 | |
ELA/Literacy Grade 9 ELA/Literacy Grade 10 ELA/Literacy Grade 11 |
Unit 1 | 90 | |
Unit 2 | 90 | ||
Unit 3 | 90 |
A personal PARCC prep class can help your student build their time management skills to ensure that they meet their exam's testing time limits. One-on-one learning may incorporate a variety of hands-on activities, such as practice tests and sample questions. Your student's PARCC course can focus on the academic topics that your student has the most room for improvement in, rather than encompassing the entire exam in general. This can bring efficiency to each prep class while eliminating topics that they are confident in.
There are several topics covered on each exam, depending on the grade level of the test-taker. Their tutor can explore the topics on a deeper level while expanding on their pre-existing knowledge. Your student can spend PARCC classes exploring concepts like:
PARCC English Topics (Non-Comprehensive)
- Critical thinking
- Vocabulary
- Written Expression
- Narrative Writing
PARCC Math Topics (Non-Comprehensive)
- Mathematical reasoning
- Applications of concepts in a real-world context
- Products and quotients
- Multiplication and division
- Two-step problems
Your student can pick and choose what concepts they focus on during their PARCC prep courses. Their tutor can find new ways to approach different types of problems, whether they find a new way to reword it or they use physical materials to explain the process. Your student's tutor can halt a PARCC class to hear out their questions, as well as provide comprehensive answers and explanations in a way that your student can comprehend.
One-on-one learning has many advantages that your student can enjoy. They can engage with their instructor while receiving the tutor's full and undivided attention. Their tutor can demonstrate testing strategies that can allow them to relax during the PARCC, as well as studying techniques that can ease the stress of their independent studies. These and other skills can be invaluable to your student's academic future.
You don't have to stress about your schedule with a private tutor. We can connect you with an instructor who can work with you and your student's schedules. Your student can also participate in face-to-face online sessions to keep studying as convenient as possible.
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Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- PARCC
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Education & Certification
- Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Elementary education
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Subject Expertise
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- PARCC
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Lesley: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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Lora: Salem PARCC course instructor
I am a patient, understanding educator who has high expectations for her students. When they say, "I can't, " I say, "You will. And it's OK that it's not yet." Currently, I am a Special Education Teacher at a Charter School in Plainfield. I work with students in grades 2, 3, 5, and 6. Throughout...
Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- PARCC
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Kimm: Salem PARCC course instructor
...your child is falling behind in readingor just not excited about it anymore? Want to boost their confidence and help them thrive? Hi, I'm Mrs. Gourdine, a Reading Specialist with 26 years of experience helping K5 students build confidence and skills that last a lifetime. I make reading fun, engaging, and tailored to your child's...
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Subject Expertise
- PARCC
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Sam: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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Kathryn: Salem PARCC course instructor
I am a graduate at Montclair State University currently studying to be a general education teacher and a teacher of students with disabilities. I believe that with proper supports all children can learn and can grow into their full potential. I also have three years of experience substituting and have previously worked at Huntington Learning...
Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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Juan C : Salem PARCC course instructor
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Education & Certification
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- William Paterson University of New Jersey - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
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Hillary: Salem PARCC course instructor
I am a highly-effective teacher who has experience working with elementary students in general education, special education, public and private school settings. I have taught a variety of grade levels and have tutored students ages 5-12. I work with students with a range of abilities and cater to the needs of each individual student I...
Education & Certification
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- The College of New Jersey - Masters, Elementary Education
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Subject Expertise
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Cassidy: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Education & Certification
- Ramapo College of New Jersey - Bachelor of Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- PARCC
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Melissa: Salem PARCC course instructor
...consideration. It is up to the teacher to find out what skills gaps each child may have and create an individualized plan to implement in order for the child to be successful. It is also equally important to highlight the student's strengths and use these strengths as a way to connect with the child.... Giving a student confidence in themselves is a key to making them become an independent learner. So if you are able to show them that they can do something, which is a big step in them becoming an independent learner.
Education & Certification
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Elementary Education
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Subject Expertise
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Regine: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Education & Certification
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Amy: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Subject Expertise
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Stephanie: Salem PARCC course instructor
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Subject Expertise
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Jennifer: Salem PARCC course instructor
I have been an educator for 14 years (11 as a classroom teacher and 3 as a vice principal), and I love my job! Both of my parents were also teachers, so it definitely runs in my family. I believe any child can do well if he/she has the ability to do so.... I believe every child can do well if he/she has the ability and skill set to do so. All children want to do well and, when they are struggling, it's a result of a lagging skills. Once those skills and targeted and intervention is provided, children can find success.
Education & Certification
- William Paterson University of New Jersey - Bachelors, English
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Subject Expertise
- PARCC
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