Description
The Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking proposals from qualified entities to provide high-dosage tutoring in mathematics and literacy. The tutoring model and resources used must be based on best practices and aligned to state standards in mathematics and literacy. The selected partners will demonstrate a commitment to supporting the diverse student population. The proposal should include a program narrative, description of curricular materials and instruction, tutor recruitment and retention, and data framework. The entity should also provide evidence of program effectiveness and compliance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Some key points to consider:
• Alignment to City Schools tutoring model: maximum student-to-tutor ratio of 4:1, minimum of three 30-minute tutoring sessions per week
• Alignment to City Schools Equity Policy: ensuring educational equity for every student with high-quality instruction and resources designed and implemented with an equity lens
• Strategic collaboration and flexibility to meet the instructional needs of individual schools
• Commitment to supporting Baltimore City school’s diverse population of learners
• Implementation of quality standards-based tutoring materials that are informed by frequent pre and post assessments
• Engagement with key stakeholders to problem solve and meet the needs of students
• Success data reflecting achievement on performance metrics in dosage as it relates to academic progress