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New National Student Support Accelerator Report Studies Employing Paraprofessionals as High-Impact Tutors

Once is featured in an NSSA report studying the potential benefits of paraprofessionals as tutors in early elementary classrooms.

We’re thrilled to be featured in a report from the National Student Support Accelerator studying the potential benefits of paraprofessionals as tutors in early elementary classrooms.

The report’s authors provide guidance for designing and implementing high-impact tutoring staffed with paraprofessionals, and strategies for mitigating potential challenges.

Paraprofessionals as High-Impact Tutors: Opportunity and Guidance, National Student Support Accelerator (PDF)

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