Certified Teachers with 10+ Years of Experience

Where Real Teachers
Tutor Your Child

Unlike test-prep centers or college-student tutors, every session at EliteTutors is led by a state-certified teacher with 10+ years in the classroom. Mandarin, Arabic, Math & Science — aligned to Texas TEKS.

10+
Yrs Avg. Experience
100%
Certified Teachers
K–12
All Grade Levels
3
Subjects Offered
🎓 Certified Teachers with 10+ Years' Experience
📋 Texas TEKS · STAMP · AAPPL · AP Chinese Aligned
🌍 Mandarin · Arabic · Math & Science
📅 Weekday & Saturday Sessions

What sets us apart

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Certified & 10+ Years in the Classroom

Every tutor holds an active state teaching certificate and has a minimum of 10 years of full-time classroom experience — the dual credential no tutoring center can match.

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Texas TEKS Mastery (K–6)

Math and Science content is mapped to every Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standard — from K–5 number systems and algebraic reasoning to 5th-grade Earth, Life, and Physical Science TEKS — so your child gets exactly what their school expects.

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Data-Driven Language Assessment

Our language programs are benchmarked to nationally recognized assessments: STAMP 4S (K–12 proficiency), AAPPL (interpersonal performance), and AP Chinese exam prep — so every lesson moves the needle on a measurable scale.

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Heritage Language Experts

Our Mandarin and Arabic teachers are native or heritage speakers with formal linguistics training and years of immersive classroom instruction — a rare credential in the DFW area.

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Personalized Learning Plans

Before the first session, your tutor reviews the student's grade level, current skills, and goals to create a tailored plan — not a one-size-fits-all worksheet packet.

Simple, transparent rates

All sessions are one hour. Group up with family or friends to lower the per-student cost — maximum 3 students per session to ensure every child gets personal attention from a certified teacher.

1 Student

Private Session

$50
per student / per hour
$50 total per session

  • 100% one-on-one attention
  • Fully customized lesson plan
  • Fastest pace of progress
  • Certified teacher, 10+ yrs exp.
3 Students

Small Group Session

$25
per student / per hour
$75 total per session

  • Maximum 3 students per group
  • Collaborative peer learning
  • 50% savings vs. private rate
  • Certified teacher, 10+ yrs exp.

Choose a subject
to book your session

Click any program card to open the booking form. Pick your preferred time slot — weekday afternoons or Saturday mornings.

Mandarin Chinese

普通话 · Mandarin

Grades K–12  ·  All levels

From pinyin foundations to AP Chinese exam prep. Instruction is benchmarked to STAMP 4S proficiency levels, AAPPL interpersonal performance descriptors, and AP Chinese Language & Culture exam standards — so every lesson produces measurable, data-tracked growth.

Math & Science

Math & Science

Grades K–6  ·  Texas TEKS aligned

Every lesson maps directly to official Texas TEKS:

  • K–5 Math: Number & Operations, Place Value, Fractions, Algebraic Reasoning, Geometry, Measurement & Data
  • 6th Math: Ratios, Proportional Relationships, Expressions & Equations, Number Systems
  • 5th Science: Matter & Energy, Force, Motion & Energy, Earth & Space, Organisms & Environments (TEKS §112.16)
Arabic

عربي · Arabic

Grades K–12  ·  All levels

Modern Standard Arabic and conversational fluency, benchmarked to STAMP 4S proficiency bands and AAPPL interpersonal performance descriptors — giving families a clear, data-driven picture of exactly where their child stands and how far they've grown.

Data-driven from day one

We don't just tutor — we measure. Every language student is placed on a nationally recognized proficiency scale before their first session, and re-assessed throughout to track real growth.

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STAMP 4S

Standards-Based Measurement of Proficiency

Used to assess Mandarin and Arabic proficiency across reading, writing, listening, and speaking. STAMP gives families a recognized, school-reportable score aligned to ACTFL guidelines.

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AAPPL

ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages

Measures real-world interpersonal communication in Mandarin and Arabic — listening/speaking and reading/writing — against ACTFL Can-Do benchmarks that colleges and employers recognize.

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AP Chinese Language & Culture

College Board · Advanced Placement

Our upper-level Mandarin students are prepared specifically for the AP Chinese exam — targeting the Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational communication modes tested by College Board, with data-tracked practice sessions.

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Texas TEKS — Math & Science

Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills

K–6 Math: Number Systems, Algebraic Reasoning, Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis. 5th Grade Science (§112.16): Matter & Energy, Force & Motion, Earth & Space, Organisms & Environments — every topic traceable to an official TEKS standard.

Available Time Slots

All three programs are offered across all weekly time slots. Saturday mornings offer extra flexibility with five consecutive hour-long blocks.

Day Time Slot Available Programs Action
Mon – Fri 4:00 – 5:00 PM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Mon – Fri 5:00 – 6:00 PM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Mon – Fri 6:00 – 7:00 PM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Saturday 7:00 – 8:00 AM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Saturday 8:00 – 9:00 AM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Saturday 9:00 – 10:00 AM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Saturday 10:00 – 11:00 AM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic
Saturday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mandarin Math & Science Arabic

Families who made the switch

★★★★★
"My daughter's Mandarin went from basic to conversational in one semester. The teacher immediately identified the gaps from her school curriculum and built a custom plan."
LW
Linda W.
Parent of 4th grader · Mandarin
★★★★★
"We tried two other tutoring centers first. Neither had real teachers. EliteTutors was night-and-day different. My son finally passed his 3rd-grade STAAR math with flying colors."
MR
Marcus R.
Parent of 3rd grader · Math
★★★★★
"I appreciate that they follow Texas TEKS. The tutor knew exactly what topics aligned to my child's grade-level standards. Homework got done faster and scores improved in two months."
SA
Sara A.
Parent of 2nd grader · Science
★★★★★
"Our kids are enrolled in both Arabic and Mandarin. Saturday morning sessions are perfect for our schedule. The tutors are professional, patient, and genuinely love teaching."
AH
Ahmed H.
Parent of two · Arabic & Mandarin

Frequently Asked Questions

Every single tutor at EliteTutors is a state-certified teacher with a minimum of 10 years of full-time classroom experience. Most tutoring businesses hire college students, recent graduates, or paraprofessionals. We believe your child deserves the real thing.
Mandarin and Arabic programs serve grades K–12. Math & Science tutoring is available for grades K–6, aligned to Texas TEKS standards taught in Texas public schools.
Weekday after-school sessions run Monday through Friday at 4:00–5:00 PM, 5:00–6:00 PM, and 6:00–7:00 PM. Saturday morning sessions are available from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM in one-hour blocks.
We do not currently offer free trial sessions. All bookings are regular one-hour sessions. You're welcome to contact us with questions before booking so we can make sure TeacherFirst Academy is the right fit for your child.
We offer both in-person and online sessions. You can specify your preference in the booking form. In-person sessions are held at our learning center; online sessions use a secure video platform with a shared digital whiteboard.
Absolutely. After each session your tutor will send a brief written summary covering what was practiced, what went well, and the focus areas for the next session. Monthly progress reports are also available upon request.
We ask for at least 24-hour notice for cancellations. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice may be charged. We understand emergencies happen — reach out and we'll always work with you.