Awards and Recognition | Back to Basics Learning https://backtobasicslearning.com Largest Provider of Education and Education-Related Services Including Tutoring, Translating, Interpreting, Test Prep and More! Thu, 04 May 2023 16:41:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://backtobasicslearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/cropped-B-blue-32x32.jpg Awards and Recognition | Back to Basics Learning https://backtobasicslearning.com 32 32 NEWS JOURNAL NAMES BACK TO BASICS LEARNINGA WINNER OF THE NATIONWIDE TOP WORKPLACES 2022 AWARD https://backtobasicslearning.com/news-journal-names-back-to-basics-learninga-winner-of-the-delaware-top-workplaces-2022-award/ Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:42:59 +0000 https://backtobasicslearning.com/new/?p=34441
Wilmington, Nationwide, August 21, 2022 – Back to Basics Learning has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2022 honor by News Journal Top Workplaces. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.

“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”

“Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

ABOUT

Since 1985, the extraordinary educators at Back to Basics Learning Dynamics have provided exceptional, 1-on-1 tutoring and language translation services to thousands of learners aged 3 to 103. Our staff includes hundreds of professionals who hold Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degrees and excel in their field of study. We work with School Districts as a partner in providing exceptional services for students. From Accelerated High Dosage Tutoring to Virtual Teachers our strategic partners know we can help them achieve their student’s goals. Our language professionals serve schools and business entities by translating documents, and offering telephonic, virtual, and in-person interpreting in 50+ languages. We also offer a wide range of specialized education and support services including psycho-educational testing, speech and occupational therapy, credit recovery, computer skills, and SAT/ACT test preparation

COMPANY CONTACT

Back to Basics Learning
Info@backtobasicslearning.com, 3025940754
http://www.backtobasicslearning.com

AWARDS

ABOUT ENERGAGE

Making the world a better place to work together.TM
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 16 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations,  Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

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WILMINGTON, DE – May 4, 2022 – Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is proud to receive Better Business Bureau’s “2022 Thrive Award for Community Impact,” an award dedicated to honoring businesses that are leaders in advancing and embracing diversity and inclusion.

As a role model within the community, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics has embraced diversity for its 36-year history. A female-founded company, its diversity is reflected authentically throughout by embracing a multicultural workforce and providing educational support to all children, regardless of their background.

“The diverse backgrounds and cultures of our team members helps B2B create an inclusive company climate that celebrates different faith traditions, cultural practices, and languages”, said Juli Bennett, Back to Basics Learning Dynamic Executive Director. “With that inclusive environment, B2B reaches students who otherwise do not see themselves reflected in the education system”

Besides winning the 2022 Thrive Award of Community Impact, Better Business Bureau also gave Back to Basics Learning Dynamics an A+ rating. On top of that, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics has a five-star Google rating and won Top Work Place in 2020.

 

Better Business Bureau will honor recipients during the 57th Annual BBB Awards Celebration on May 5, 2022 at the DuPont Country Club. Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is one of five recipients who will be recognized.  

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About Back to Basics Learning Dynamics

Founded in 1985, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics has educational facilities in Wilmington and Newark, Nationwide and southern PA, the company also provides services in homes, schools, and offices.  Back to Basics offers diverse services for a range of students – from those who simply need some academic support to those who are learning disabled, hearing or visually impaired, ADHD, Asperger’s, or gifted. The company also provides educational services and academic support through contracts with districts, Charter schools, and the State of Nationwide.

Back to Basics Learning Dynamics provides exceptional 1:1 tutoring in over 60 subjects, from first grade reading help to AP Calculus, plus back to school organization, study habits, and everything in-between. When your child needs help with homework, essays, test preparation, back to school organization, or intensive private tutoring including credit recovery, count on our 30+ years of experience to help. Call us at 302-594-0754 or contact us at the link below to get started today!

REVIEWS

Want to share your experience with Back to Basics Learning Dynamics or Augustine Hills School? We appreciate if you could write a brief Google Review of our services.

PARENT REVIEWS

“We reached out to Back to Basics for our son (6) when we thought he could use some extra help. I appreciate how they keep the lines of communication open so everyone stays on the same page. BTB worked with us to find the perfect tutor with a schedule that meets our needs. They were able to connect us with his current tutor, Teresa A****, and she is wonderful! She brings many years of knowledge and teaching experience and ensures that each session is fun and different. She even gives us ideas on fun learning activities that we can use to work with him at home. Our son looks forward to his sessions and has learned so much.” — Chrystynn Bowles

“The tutor my son has is patient, caring, reliable and very knowledgeable. I have been extremely satisfied with her services and highly recommend Back to Basics.” — Lori Spier

“Back to Basics has been great. From our initial phone call, we could not be happier. Our 6th grade daughter was struggling with Algebra. It was beyond my ability to help her and our tutor, Margie was very professional and helped my daughter immensely. She was professional, patient and kind and she is a great role model to my daughter as well – an accomplished woman with a background in engineering who is easy to work with.” — Ruth Gilbert

“My experience with Back to Basics has been wonderful. We contracted with a math and an English tutor for my daughter and both were excellent – kind, supportive, and most important, helped her effectively prepare for the ISEE high school entrance exam. The support staff were also very friendly and efficient. Highly recommended!” — Alisa Morkides 

“Mr. Green has been a great help for our 10 yr old grandson. His math scores in math went up to grade level and his vocabulary, as well.” — Edwin Cartwright

“On behalf of our family, I am writing to both commend and thank you for the tutoring service you provided to our grandson David. With the help of Sonia Hewitt, David received an award at graduation as the most improved student. He ended 9th grade with mostly D’ and F’s. He graduated with all A’s! Sonia communicated his progress and needs to us and Angie always responded to my concerns as well. Continue your good work.” — Anna E. Krall

“My daughter started attending Back to Basics Private School during the third marking period this year (11th grade). I have to say they made all the difference for her. She was struggling at her old school (which was also private). Both her grades and her emotional well being have gone way up. My daughter used to dread going to school and would make every excuse to stay home. Now she she gets mad when I mentioned that the school year is almost over. She can’t believe the interest the teachers have taken in her. As she said to me “they really care about me”. This school as been for us a God send. I only wish I had found it sooner.” — James Tyre

“Back to Basics is a fantastic source for students to get the extra help they may need in any subject. Our tutor David Power is the best!  He is so smart and so helpful.  My sons respect him and trust him greatly to give them the guidance and help they may need with homework,  study preparation, preparing for a test or quiz or just answering a question. He communicates very well with terrific input always. His emails to us are so helpful and insightful so that we can all help our student the best possible together.   Your staff is always so helpful.  Angie Carbine, in particular,  always answers my questions and always gets back to me right away with the best help and support.  We are very pleased and lucky to have such a top notch tutoring facility so close to home in our community.” — Joseph Wahl

“My daughter and I were very satisfied with the level of instruction provided by the tutor. It says a lot that my daughter was able to turn an “F” into an “A.” I think the combination of one on one instruction and the tutor’s knowledge of the subject matter made all the difference. I would highly recommend Back to Basics to any parent whose child is struggling in academics. I know that we will be using them in the future.” — Jim Tyre

“Caleb did receive ‘Most Improved in Math’ for the entire 8th grade during the graduation ceremony, which we certainly owe to you.” –Kerri Watson

“Candise is an excellent Tutor. Our daughter is finally passing her math classes, which she would never have achieved without the help of Candise! We are very grateful for Candise and Back to Basics.” –Lorraine Peterson

“Both of my children have had Mr. Power as their math tutor at different times. They have decided that he’s a math god. He has a gift for explaining the most complex math topics in a way that has enabled each to not only understand the information during the tutor session, but also retain the information and build upon it as each math chapter is covered at school. More than once on the day after a tutoring session with Mr. Power, they’ve been asked how to figure out a problem by one of the other students in their class – and they’ve been able to explain it to the other student and have been told, “Now I get it.” This is just one example of how effective Mr. Power is as a tutor.”
— Nathan Midgett

“After the PSAT, Christine was devastated. We knew she had a long way to go if she wanted to receive an acceptance to her dream college. Her tutors worked to help her overcome her anxiety and timing issues and she was diligent in completing all of her “homework” assignments. She took the test once and received a score of 2300 [combined score used for three subject areas in the 2015 test]. She also received her coveted acceptance to Georgetown University! Her SAT score absolutely pushed her over the top and it would not have been possible without Back to Basics!” —Susan McNeill

“THANK YOU!! I am so proud of Cassie and the work she did on her project. She even made the kluten all by herself. She could not have gotten the grades that she did without your assistance. Hiring you to work with Cassie was one of the best investments I’ve made!
–Suzanne Barba

“…everyone is professional, knowledgeable, courteous. A first class organization….Thank You.” 
— Mike Coumatos

“I was so pleased with my daughter’s experience with Back to Basics tutoring for the SAT. My daughter improved her score in Math SAT from the PSAT by over 200 points. Not only was she instructed in the math skills she needed to improve her score, but she also was instructed in general test taking strategies which helped in all of the sections of the test. I highly recommend Back to Basics SAT tutoring.” 
— Sheila Mangan

“Ms. Lantz was a great tutor for our daughter. We had a wonderful experience. Our daughter’s confidence in math has gone up tremendously. We would definitely recommend Back to Basics to our friends.”
–Mia LaFazia

“Joy’s [SAT] scores went up almost 200 points in the short time Bob worked with her, and she got her Writing and English scores up to a level that she had good choices for colleges. She was just accepted at Syracuse in the Economics Department. Your help in getting us help for her at the 11th hour helped make that possible.”
–Kathy Steiner

“I have never before used the services of any tutor, however, I must tell you what an exceptional experience it has been to have Miss Keren work with our son Matthew. Keren is very warm, kind, patient, and effective teacher. Keren has gone above and beyond what I would expect any tutor to do. My son has made incredible progress since he has been working with her. Keren has been able to have Matthew do things for her when no one else could. My son has autism and a very short attention span. He gets frustrated very easily and will either have a tantrum or give up in tears. From the very first day Matthew began working with Karen he was like a different child. Karen has been able to have him work for up to 4 hours in a session with only very minimal breaks. Matthew has not once had a tantrum or showed any signs of frustration and is always happy to see her when she comes to work with him. Keren even attended my son’s IEP meeting with me to help advocate for what we all believed what was best for him…Keren truly is an exceptional person and teacher and I could never ask anyone for more than that.”
— Lori Newcomer

My daughter loves the one on one attention and [Back to Basics’ tutor] Winn makes learning fun! 
Michele Harra

“Mr. Duffy was an excellent match for Peter. He understood Peter’s limitations, discussed Peter’s limitations with teachers, and was able to have Peter’s assignment in history changed to something he could handle. Nobody had ever done that before.”
–Rene McCartney

“Dave Powers is a great asset to Clem’s learning style. He is on target with his instruction and he’s a great support! In addition to my gratitude, I give him an A++!”
— Parent of a Back to Basics 1-on-1 tutoring student

“Just wanted to drop a quick note and let you know the Krystina raised her reading score from 560 to 720 and her writing score from 610 to 760 after 16 hours of reading tutoring. This has opened up multiple scholorship opportunities for her. Her SAT went from an 1880 to a 2190, and her ACT went from a 28 to a 33. Many thanks for the tutor she had. Definately well worth the investment. She already has a full tuition + scholorship to Alabama.”
— Parent of a Back to Basics SAT Prep student

“We wanted to let you know how pleased and appreciative we are regarding Sean’s progress during this school year.

Sean’s academic growth in all subject areas has been a true delight to witness and simultaneously has caused his self-confidence to soar. He enjoys the challenges of his school days, is proud to be learning a second language, and eagerly completes home assignments.

The staff has been wonderful in recognizing Sean’s learning strengths, while also helping him grow enormously in the areas in which he previously struggled. He is now a motivated learner and truly happy with the social approach of the program this year.

John and I extend a heartfelt thanks to you and your entire staff. We highly recommend the program every chance we get. Bravo!”
— Eileen O’Shaughnessy-Coleman

“It was June of our daughter’s sophomore year in high school and we didn’t know where to send her for her junior year. We could not work with the public school system to get our daughter some of the special needs that she required. A half a semester at a private school was equally frustrating. The teachers and staff were not capable of dealing with a child that did not fit the mold.

When I called Back to Basics to ask about tutoring, I was put through to Beverly. What a godsend! She understood what we had experienced in the traditional school systems and I know we had found the right place. The entire staff was very supportive. The teachers were excellent and really boosted our daughter’s self-esteem. The attention, nurturing and education she received were phenomenal. Our daughter completed both her junior and senior years at Back to Basics and even received significant scholarships from four different colleges.”
— Parent of a Back to Basics K-12 Private School student (name withheld upon request)

“Thank you from myself and my grandson. After a previous experience with another tutor program, I found Back to Basics very relaxing, and the tutor very comforting. My grandson totally loved the experience at your office and his tutor.”
— Cynthia Stewart

“Thank you for the wonderful work you are doing with our son. We are thrilled to see his self-confidence returning and his grades improving. It is a relief to know he’s getting the best help possible. If you ever need someone to talk with parents about the quality of your services, I hope you’ll call on us.”
— Charlene Bradley

“Both of my sons attended Back to Basics. I thought you might like to know that one now has a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and the other is a Management Information Systems graduate… I feel part of the success they have enjoyed is due directly to the instruction they received from Back to Basics.”
— Mrs. Cook

“My comments apply to all of Henry’s teachers. They’ve been wonderfully supportive and terrific with him. He is very happy there.”
— J. Mette

“Both of our sons have been fortunate enough to work with all the wonderful staff whose warmth and caring has brought out the best in them. The have learned more at Back to Basics than they could have possibly learned in any other school. The opportunity to choose their own courses made learning an enjoyable experience for them.”
— Mr. and Mrs. Davis

“Just wanted to share with you how proud Angel is of his report card. He has shown it to the neighbor (one of the heads at Wilmington Friends), his tennis coach, his therapist, and my parents. He now has his own copy in his bag. Watching Angel share the results of his work is like one of those credit card commercials – priceless!”
— Curt and Jackie (Back to Basics Private School parents)

“His attitude towards school is completely changing around. He realizes teachers care and are truly interested in his future success.” 
— Mrs. Scalia (Back to Basics Private School parent)

“On behalf of our family, I am writing to both commend and thank you for the tutoring service you provided to our grandson David. With the help of Sonia Hewitt, David received an award at graduation as the most improved student. He ended 9th grade with mostly D’ and F’s. He graduated with all A’s! Sonia communicated his progress and needs to us and Angie always responded to my concerns as well. Continue your good work.”
— Anna E. Krall

” I sent [tutor] Gerald a thank you email because I wanted to let him know how much I appreciated him helping my daughter. When Gerald took over my daughter had a 69 avg. So it was no small feat to end the last marking period with an 82. My only regret is that he did take over sooner. In my opinion Back to Basics has some of the best teachers my daughter has ever had.” 
— Jim T.

TEACHER REVIEWS

“[Back to Basics’ tutor] Sharon does a great job. She has worked with the cadets for three years now and they love her. They see true value and definitely feel that she helps them a lot.” 
— Nationwide Military Academy

“I found the staff cooperative and someone was always available to answer any question I may have had. It made my job easier as the program coordinator not to have to worry about the quality of the tutors or to supply any needed substitutes. Working with Back to Basics and Beverly Stewart has been one of the better educational experiences I have had during the 35 years I spent working in an elementary school.”
— Lorayne Titter, Program Coordinator, Extended Day

“As a teacher, I know that when I recommend parents to Back to Basics, they will be pleased with what they have to offer to meet the needs of their child.”
— Ms. Madson

STUDENT REVIEWS

“I have been loyal supporter of Back To Basics for more than two decades!” 
— Italo Carrieri-Russo

“Back to Basics had a real challenge in teaching me a foreign language. As a University of Nationwide student in her mid-sixties, they enabled me to receive a B+ each semester by providing excellent instruction. They listen to your needs concerning the time and place that is best for you to learn; they act on that need to match you with an excellent instructor and then, to keep their standards high, they ask for your feedback. Whether a person is six or sixty, I am confident that Back to Basics will make it enjoyable to learn.”
— Judy Harper

“Thank you for letting me come back to the greatest school on earth. You set me up with all the things that I needed and it worked out wonderfully. It helped get me where I needed to be.”
— Michael Lester, Back to Basics Private School Student

“I intend to put a “TOP” score in each area! Thank you for the Praxis I pre-writing assignment tips. I went from a failing score to a 176. The passing score is 173. You guys are great!”
— Samuel Mencher

“I would highly recommend Back to Basics to anyone who is struggling with any particular topic in any level of education. I was finishing up my degree at a local college and needed to pass a class in “Inferential Statistics” in order to graduate. I realized I wasn’t doing well and I needed help…

“Everyone here is so nice. It’s better than regular school, because with one-on-one you get a lot more attention. My grades are good and I find it more challenging than regular school.”
— Callie S., Back to Basics Private School Student
I worked with one of their staff who sent weekly e-mail updates to my college professor. He created a comfortable atmosphere in which I learned the basics of “Inferential Statistics.” I passed the class and graduated from a local college…with honors. This would not have been possible without Back to Basics.” 
— Brian J. Crowley

 

TUTOR & STAFF REVIEWS

“For more than ten years, I have had the privilege of working in an educational institution which embraces high academic standards and lovingly tells every student who walks through the door that success is within their grasp. I have witnessed countless student transformations focused not just on academic achievement, but self-esteem and awareness that learning is a lifelong process. The compassionate and dedicated staff led by a tireless and respected leader has come to be synonymous with excellence and success. I am honored to be part of the Back to Basics Learning Dynamics family.”
— Elizabeth Roberts, Instructor

“I have been an instructor of mathematics, physics, and chemistry at Back to Basics for 11 years. In that time, I have had the pleasure of instructing over 300 students in a 1-on-1 format. My students have thrived with the individual attention. I have witnessed their blooming confidence and enjoyment in being able to learn effectively. For me, each student’s instruction has been a unique journey. It feels good knowing I have definitely made a significant contribution to each student’s education and well-being.”
— Dave Power, Tutor

“For the past several years, I have had the honor of representing Back to Basics Learning Dynamics as a tutor, interpreter, and translator. Whether inspiring a love for Spanish in the hearts of students through one-on-one tutoring, bridging communication gaps at parent-teacher conferences, or producing high-quality translations of critical documents, I have enjoyed a sense of purpose and happiness in meeting the standards of academic excellence that Beverly and the Back to Basics family have been demonstrating since 1985. I am grateful to be a part of the family and for the opportunities for professional growth that I’ve enjoyed as a result. These experiences have enhanced my individual performance, expanded my cultural awareness, and deepened my knowledge in the fields of education and translation. Whether working locally or remotely, Back to Basics has been the best career choice for me.”
— Luz E. Digsby, Tutor, Interpreter and Translator

“I have been a tutor, translator and interpreter at Back to Basics for 14 years. Back to Basics began small in a crowded field of translating and interpreting but today has a large portion of the market in Nationwide in schools, hospitals, medical facilities and government agencies. I am proud to have played a small part in providing services to international families who need our services. I believe that such services are not only necessary but helpful to the families as well as the institution. Beverly has set a high bar of professionalism and skill attainment for her tutors, translators and interpreters to meet. She has provided certification opportunities as well as professional development so that each translator and interpreter has the best and highest skills he/she has the possibility of attaining. I am happy to be part of an organization that is at once so professional but also so caring. ” 
— Sara Nehra, Tutor, Interpreter and Translator

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TUTOR TUESDAY: Margie Speer https://backtobasicslearning.com/margiespeer/ Tue, 18 Dec 2018 10:31:09 +0000 https://www.backtobasicslearning.com/?p=28409 In this occasional feature, we’ll be sharing profiles of some of our outstanding tutors. 


The first thing you notice about Margie Speer is that she sparkles.

As she shares enthusiastic stories about her work in education and her family, it’s easy to see that she’s high energy, 

It’s easy to hear how her experiences shaped her passion for math.

And it’s easy to see why she would inspire students to love learning.

She’s made that difference as a tutor for Back to Basics since 2011.

[su_pullquote align=”right”]Building students’ confidence as she works with them individually is one of Speer’s greatest strengths, and one of the aspects of tutoring that she finds to be most rewarding.[/su_pullquote]Speer’s background is not the traditional path for an educator. Her degree is in mechanical engineering, and she has considerable professional experience in the field.

“I worked in engineering for– well I like to round up by saying nine years, but my husband says, ‘You’ve clearly worked for eight,’” she laughs. “I worked for DuPont, but then I had my son, and I didn’t go back.”

Speer was a full-time mom until her son was in ninth grade, when she responded to a posting for a long-term sub position teaching engineering technology at a vo-tech program. The school offered her a full-time position after the first semester.

Although she loved teaching and working with the students, she wanted to stay more flexible than the “full-time-plus” hours expected of a teacher.

Once she was hired at Back to Basics, Speer worked in a wide variety of settings. She has worked at the Back to Basics private school, Title 1 programs, homebound support, and 1-on-1 tutoring at the middle and high school levels. Currently, she tutors students in math through Algebra 2, but she has also worked with physical science, chemistry, and other subjects.

“I love math,” she said. “And when kids say thank you, it makes you feel good. Or if they did well on a test, you feel good that you helped them. Or when something clicks, and you hear, ‘Now I get it!’ You realize you’ve really helped somebody.”

Speer suggests one of the most important ways that parents can help their children as they progress through middle and high school is to stay involved.

“I know not everyone has the luxury of lots of time. But find ways to make sure the teacher knows you, and knows you’re on top of your kid’s stuff,” she said. “Many people work full-time, so they can’t go to all the events. But you can still e-mail, you can still make a phone call, you can still check their online grades.”

[su_pullquote]Contact us to get started with 1-on-1 tutoring today.[/su_pullquote]“You have to show you’re interested,” she said. “I think that helps so much.”

She encourages students, also, to make sure they are reaching out and communicating with their teachers. “So when they’re doing the grading, they know you— and they know that you did come to the teacher for help, and try. You have to be somebody that they recognize, right?”

Sometimes this is where Speer sees that tutoring helps the most.

“Sometimes kids feel they don’t want to say anything in class. They don’t want to be the one to raise their hand,” she observed.

In 1-on-1 tutoring, though, that same student will be more comfortable asking questions.

“You have to make them feel good about what they’re learning,” she said. “Sometimes it’s a confidence problem. They can do it, they just need to be able to say, ‘Oh, hey! I can do this!’”

Building students’ confidence as she works with them individually is one of Speer’s greatest strengths, and one of the aspects of tutoring that she finds to be most rewarding.

Her children are now following in her footsteps. Her son is about to graduate this spring with a degree in mechanical engineering, and her daughter is studying chemical engineering. Both of them attend challenging university programs.

She encourages her children to put in their best efforts— but not to stress out too much.

“Just know that you gave it your best shot. Don’t go to bed the night before, thinking, ‘I should have studied,’” she tells her kids. “My own GPA— well, I rounded up, and I got a good job coming out of engineering school.”

“It all works out when you always give it your best shot.”

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Back to Basics Learning Dynamics announces 2017 Impact Award Winners https://backtobasicslearning.com/back-to-basics-learning-dynamics-announces-2017-impact-award-winners/ Mon, 20 Nov 2017 19:01:23 +0000 https://www.backtobasicslearning.com/?p=14913 2017 Impact Award Winner Jessica Sanchez (center) pictured with Back to Basics Learning Dynamics Director Beverly Stewart, M.Ed. (left) and Education Director Erin Brenner (right).

2017 Impact Award Winner Jessica Sanchez (center) pictured with Back to Basics Learning Dynamics Director Beverly Stewart, M.Ed.  and Education Director Erin Brenner.

At Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. it is our mission to educate and build self-esteem in children and adults to make a difference in their lives. All of our devoted employees, tutors, interpreters, translators, psychologists, speech, occupational, and behavioral specialists, and office staff play an integral role, not only our 33 years of success, but more importantly, in making the Back to Basics mission and vision a rewarding reality.

Our employees have helped us accomplish our mission simply by sharing their talents, professionalism, and knowledge with each parent, student, administrator, teacher, and corporation we serve.

The Back to Basics IMPACT Award is presented to those whose actions exemplify our mission.  These individuals have touched the lives of countless students and parents, and have spread our mission with their professional skills, dedication, and desire to contribute.

JESSICA SANCHEZ, Spanish-English Interpreting

While Jessica has only just been with Back to Basics for a little over a year, she has made an impression on many.  She is described as a motivated, caring, selfless, and proficient interpreter by office staff and our clients. Jessica is always willing to go above and beyond when needed.  She has received numerous compliments from school administration and staff stating that she is “amazing” and does a wonderful job building a rapport with the families when on interpreting assignments.

Her work is always thorough and professional. After we send Jessica out on an interpreting assignment, we often get a call from the school asking if they can request her for every job.

2017 Impact Award Winner Julie Nichols (center) pictured with Back to Basics Learning Dynamics Director Beverly Stewart, M.Ed. and Education Director Erin Brenner.

JULIE NICHOLS, ELL Tutor

In her almost ten years with Back to Basics, Julie has assisted students age 5 to adult in meeting their goals.  Her English Language Learning (ELL) students as well as others benefit from her broad knowledge of instructional reading and phonic programs.

Parents describe Julie as “the perfect match” for their child, “conscientious and enthusiastic”, and a tutor who “strives to help others succeed.”  Julie is regularly requested by teachers and administrators for our district EL programs.  Last year one teacher told us that she was “thrilled” when she heard Julie would be working with her students because she had seen the quality and care Julie brings to each lesson.

DAVE POWER, Secondary Mathematics and SAT Prep Tutor

For the past 16 years, Dave Power has provided his students with nothing less than exceptional service. Numerous families have returned over the years and have requested him to work with each of their children for all high level math, science, and SAT prep sessions.

Parents remark on Dave’s natural ability to immediately assess their child’s fundamental areas for growth. Another commented on his work with both her children stating, “He has a gift for explaining the most complex math topics in a way that has enabled each to not only understand the information during the tutor session, but also retain the information and build upon it as each math chapter is covered at school.” In addition, clients repeatedly comment that they see marked improvement with their child’s grades within as little as 2 sessions and that SAT Math scores have been seen to increase well over a hundred points.

2017 Impact Award Winner Dave Power (center) pictured with Back to Basics Learning Dynamics Director Beverly Stewart, M.Ed. (left) and Education Director Erin Brenner (right).

About Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc.

Since 1985, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics has been the undisputed leader in 1-on-1 tutoring in Nationwide and southeastern Pennsylvania for over 60 subjects for children and adults, including 1-on-1 SAT/ACT/Praxis Prep, as well as translating and interpreting in over 20 languages, homebound services, RTI support, and psycho-educational testing.

For more information, please contact Back to Basics at 302-594-0754.

 

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Back to Basics Learning Dynamics named to 2017 Philadelphia Top Women-Owned Businesses https://backtobasicslearning.com/back-to-basics-learning-dynamics-named-to-2017-philadelphia-top-women-owned-businesses/ Wed, 20 Sep 2017 19:11:50 +0000 http://www.backtobasicslearning.com/?p=14699 Philadelphia Business Journal Top Women Owned Businesses 2017Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. was recently named as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses in the Philadelphia region for 2017 by The Philadelphia Business Journal. The list, generated by 2016 revenue, reveals 80+ of the largest women-owned businesses in the area which, collectively, employ thousands of people in various industries. The companies included a diverse range of enterprises from education, to health care, to construction, to technology, and more.

According to the National Women’s Business Council, “8 million U.S. businesses are currently majority women-owned. Today, women-owned firms have an economic impact of $3 trillion that translates into the creation and/or maintenance of 23 million jobs, 16 percent of all U.S. jobs.”

Click Here to learn more at the Philadelphia Business Journal.

About Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. 

We provide over 125 wide-ranging educational and related services including 1-on-1 tutoring in over 60 subjects, translating and interpreting in over 20 languages, speech and occupational therapists, behavior and reading specialists, paraprofessionals, ELL and computer lab teachers, RTI support and homebound services, psycho-educational testing, 1-on-1 test prep for the SAT, PSAT, SAT II, ACT, GRE, PRAXIS, GED, and HSEE, professional development, summer school, original credit and credit recovery. In addition, we operate Nationwide’s only Department of Education-approved, 1-on-1 K-12 Private School in Wilmington, Nationwide.

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