During the initial session, a tutor will assess your student's current skills, learning style, strengths, and challenges—and review any existing IEP documentation or evaluation reports. This helps the tutor understand your child's specific needs and create a personalized plan aligned with their IEP goals and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards used in Denton schools. The tutor will also establish rapport with your student to build confidence and create a supportive learning environment.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand IEP goals and can reinforce the skills and strategies outlined in your child's plan. Tutors can work on specific objectives—whether that's reading fluency, math computation, social-emotional skills, or executive functioning—and use the same evidence-based methods recommended by your child's school team. Communication between the tutor and your child's teachers helps ensure consistent support across home and school settings.

For students in Denton, tutors work with a wide range of challenges including dyslexia and reading difficulties, dyscalculia and math anxiety, attention and executive functioning issues, autism spectrum support, speech and language development, and social-emotional learning. Personalized instruction allows tutors to break skills into smaller steps, use multisensory approaches, provide frequent feedback, and build confidence—all strategies that research shows are particularly effective for students with learning differences.

Look for tutors with special education certification, training in evidence-based interventions (like Orton-Gillingham for reading or structured math approaches), and experience working with your student's specific disability or diagnosis. Knowledge of IEP development, familiarity with Texas education standards, and experience collaborating with school teams are also valuable. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, you can discuss your child's specific needs and get matched with a tutor whose expertise aligns with your goals.

Progress is tracked through specific, measurable goals aligned with your child's IEP—such as improved reading fluency, increased math accuracy, better task completion, or stronger social skills. Tutors use assessment tools, work samples, and regular check-ins to monitor growth and adjust instruction as needed. Many families also notice improvements in confidence, engagement, and willingness to tackle challenging tasks, which are meaningful indicators of success beyond test scores.

Yes. Denton is served by two school districts, and Varsity Tutors connects students from both with tutors who understand local curriculum standards and can support IEP goals regardless of which district your child attends. With 36 schools across the area, tutors are familiar with the different approaches and resources available and can provide consistent, personalized support aligned with your child's specific school and program.

Start by reaching out to Varsity Tutors and sharing details about your child's learning profile, IEP goals, and what you hope to accomplish. You'll be matched with a tutor who has relevant expertise and availability that works for your family. Most families schedule an initial consultation to discuss your child's needs and ensure the tutoring plan supports both school success and your family's priorities.