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Whether you're a parent seeking expert academic support for your child, or a teacher ready to join as a tutor and expand your impact, we offer a free 15-minute consultation to answer any questions you might have.

Our Matching Process

At Connect Education, we believe in finding the right tutor for every student. Our advanced matching system ensures that each child is paired with a qualified educator based on their unique needs, preferences, and learning goals. We match students and tutors using specific criteria to provide a personalized and effective tutoring experience.

Personalized. Reliable. Effective.
At Connect Education, we ensure every match is tailored to meet your child’s specific educational needs, providing them with customized support for a successful academic journey.

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Student's Grade

We match students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 with educators experienced in their academic level, ensuring that each child receives grade-appropriate instruction and support.

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Subjects

We match students with educators who specialize in the subjects they need, including Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and more. This ensures focused, subject-specific guidance for enhanced learning outcomes.

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In-Person or Virtual

Whether you prefer in-person sessions or the convenience of virtual learning, we match you with tutors who can accommodate your preferred mode of instruction. Just let us know, and we'll handle the rest!

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Budget per Lesson

We understand that each family has different financial considerations. Our tutors set their own rates, and we match based on your budget to ensure that quality education is accessible to everyone.

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Student's Special Needs

If your child requires specialized support—whether for IEPs, Dyslexia, ADD, behavioral challenges, ASD, or other needs—we match them with educators experienced in special education strategies to provide targeted and compassionate support.

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Time/Availability

We respect your busy schedule. Both tutors and parents set their availability in advance to make scheduling easy and avoid back-and-forth communications. Find a tutor who fits your timetable seamlessly!

Why Choose Connect Education's Matching Process?

Our process goes beyond simple pairings; it's designed to find the best match that fits your child's academic needs, learning preferences, and family requirements. With certified educators, flexible options, and tailored support, you can trust Connect Education to provide a safe and effective learning experience. Ready to find the perfect tutor for your child?
Let’s connect and begin their journey to academic success!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the teachers qualified?

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All the educators on our platform are certified teachers or early childhood educators in good standing with their professional regulatory college. This means they are highly trained, educated, and experienced with completed background checks. We do our best to validate our teachers but still urge parents to do their due diligence before hiring a teacher.

How do I find the right teacher or ECE for me?

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Create a profile with as much detail as possible. This makes it easier for teachers to learn about you and your needs and will ensure a better match. Use the filters to search for tutors that can provide what you're looking for.

Tutoring is expensive, how does pricing work?

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We recognize that financial constraints can be a reality for many families. That's why we put you in control - you determine what you can afford, and we'll seamlessly connect you with qualified educators who fit your budgetary needs.

How does scheduling work?

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Your availability for scheduling the tutoring dates are a criteria you set during the matching process. This ensures that the teachers you are matched with have availability during the schedule you have requested.

I don't like my teacher or ECE, can I cancel?

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Our hope is that you will never have to cancel an agreement with your teacher, but if you have to, please refer to our Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy.

What if I want to reschedule?

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For rescheduling, please refer to our Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy.

Are there costs involved?

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There is no cost to join our community. However, once a contract is agreed upon, we have a 15% processing fee that comes out of the total amount charged by the educator. This fee covers any admin fees and platform fees. Remember, we do all the administrative work for you through the platform.

What happens if the teacher decides to cancel the contract?

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We discourage canceling contracts unless necessary. Teachers must abide by their agreement to teach students. If there is a medical issue or any other issue that cannot be resolved, please go through the dispute resolution process so we can help you find a different educator. Please refer to our Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy.

Why do you need my date of birth?

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Our system does not require your child's date of birth, however we do require this for parents and teachers.

I want to disable my account; how do I do that?

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Please contact support to disable or delete your account.

How many lessons do I need to purchase?

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Our system requires a minimum of 4 lessons, and there is not limit on the amount of lessons you can book or extend with a teacher. We do this to ensure effective learning. In many cases, 4 hours of tutoring is considered the minimum amount of time needed to make a significant impact on a student's learning. With this amount of time, the tutor can work with the student to identify areas of weakness, develop a personalized learning plan, and provide ample opportunity for practice and feedback. This can lead to more effective learning outcomes for the student.

Can I switch to in-person or virtual lessons?

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This feature is coming soon! For now, please use the chat feature to communicate your request with the parent or teacher.

What is the cancellation policy?

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Do I need to pay to sign up to the platform?

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No, you don't need to pay to sign up to the platform. Signing up is completely free of charge. You only pay for the tutoring sessions that you schedule with our tutors.

Do I get matched with a tutor based on my specific location or requirements?

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While we strive to match students with qualified tutors, we cannot guarantee that a tutor will be available to meet at a specific location, in-person preferences, or other specialized requirements. Availability is subject to the tutor's location, teaching capacity, and schedule. We encourage flexibility in choosing either online or in-person options to increase the chances of finding the best match.

How do I join and start tutoring?

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Joining our community of certified educators is simple. Set up your account, and upload your teacher credentials. Our platform is exclusive to certified educators in good standing with their provincial/state regulatory body.

Your credentials must recognize to teach in a classroom, public, or private school setting.

Can I set my own prices?

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You have complete autonomy on how to set your prices.

Are there costs involved?

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There is no cost to join our community. However, once a contract is agreed upon, we have a 15% processing fee that comes out of the total amount charged by the educator. This fee covers any admin fees and platform fees. Remember, we do all the administrative work for you through the platform.

How and when do I receive my payment?

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Payments for lessons completed will be received by E-transfer. Please ensure your account information is always up to date. Funds will be released to you on the 1st and 15th of each month or the following business day in case of weekends or bank holidays. Lessons that take place later than 5 days prior to the payment date will not be included in that particular payment.

Why do you need my date of birth?

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We need an accurate date of birth in order to verify your credentials.

I need to reschedule a lesson

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For rescheduling, please refer to our Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy. Additionally, please use the chat feature to coordinate the new date with the parent or student.

The student did not show up for the lesson

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Our system allows parents to reschedule lessons within 48 hours of the lesson. We value everyone’s time and efforts. If the student does not show up for the lesson, the teacher is still compensated for that lesson. Please refer to our Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy.

I want to disable my account; how do I do that?

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Please contact support to disable or delete your account.

Can I cancel a contract?

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For cancellations, please refer to our Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy.

Do I need to pay to use this service?

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There is no cost to create a profile and be matched to clients. We only charge a 15% fee from what you earnafter you are paid for your services.

How do I select where I teach?

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You can select the locations and range of where you want to teach in your profile. All of your student matches will be within your chosen location range.

What happens if a parent/student decides to cancel the contract?

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Once the payment has been processed, the contract for the services begins. We ask parents to carefully review and select the teacher or ECE they want to work with to avoid the dispute resolution process. However, if a parent or student decides that they want to cancel a contract, they will need to open a ticket with support and follow the dispute resolution process. To cancel a contract, click here: Contact us

Can I switch to in-person or virtual lessons?

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This feature is coming soon! For now, please use the chat feature to communicate your request with the parent or teacher.

At what times should we be available?

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Each teacher sets their own schedule and availability.

What steps do you implement to safeguard private information?

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Ensuring the safety and security of your documents is a top priority for us. Our system is designed to encrypt and safeguard any documents you submit. Additionally, we adhere to strict privacy policies and only use your information for the purpose of verifying your teaching credentials. You can read more about our privacy and security policy here.

Would I start immediately once I get matched with a parent?

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Once you get matched to a student, the schedule is mutually agreed upon by you and the parent..

Why do I need to provide my personal information?

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Providing identification is a crucial step in our verification process, ensuring a secure and trustworthy learning environment for all users. It also helps to confirm that you are indeed the person registering and not someone attempting to impersonate you.

What is the platform's cancellation policy?

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Please visit our Cancellation Policy page.

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