{"id":164,"date":"2021-04-07T16:24:08","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T16:24:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/?page_id=164"},"modified":"2026-04-01T15:40:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:40:57","slug":"homeworkcoach-information-for-coaches","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/","title":{"rendered":"HomeworkCoach | Information for Coaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<body><p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\u201d1\u2033 specialty=\u201don\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_margin=\u201d-7px||||false|false\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column type=\u201d3_4\u2033 specialty_columns=\u201d3\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\u201d4.25.0\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d custom_padding=\u201d||0px|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.25.0\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_heading title=\u201dLatest News and Guidance for Coaches\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.25.0\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=\u201d1_2,1_2\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d min_height=\u201d326.4px\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d custom_padding=\u201d||57px|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2\">\u00a0 Hopefully you started this in March, but if not, please focus now on helping your high school clients prepare for end of year tests and projects. Map out study plans and ask your student to think about what is needed to raise grades, complete missing assignments, even find extra credit opportunities.\u00a0 Never hesitate to reach out to us for ideas and resources.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><strong>Tax Forms:<\/strong> If you earned more than $600 with us last year, please check your email (and spam folder) for an email from statements@tax1099.com with the title \u201cTax1099 eDelivery Consent by Deo Gloria LLC.\u201d You\u2019d have received it in early January. Follow the instructions to retrieve your 1099-NEC. (We\u2019re looking forward to replacing this photo after tax day!)<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1099-Time.jpg\u201d alt=\u201dHomeworkCoach welcomes the 25-26 School Year\u201d title_text=\u201d1099 Time\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=\u201d1_2,1_2\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h3>Quick and Easy Session Reports<\/h3>\n<p>We have never liked paperwork and have not required detailed lesson reports from our coaches. But we also feel the need to show parents our coaches really are trying to build Executive Function skills as well as help with homework completion.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s our solution: when you report your hours please click the Summary box to see a simple form you can complete, just 5 questions, that asks about each session. Once you\u2019ve submitted your hours, we will send the report to the parent in a nicely formatted email (see the example). We\u2019ll send emails from all coaches in a batch every few days, so the parent might not get the report instantly.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sample-Email.jpg\u201d title_text=\u201dSample Email\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.5\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<p>Let us know what you think. We do not need you to spend a lot of time on these Summaries but do be grammatical and tactful as the parents will see what you write!\u00a0 Your comments on this new process are welcome, send to <a href=\"mailto:dennis@homeworkcoach.com\" title=\"email comments to Dennis\">dennis@homeworkcoach.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d min_height=\u201d748.4px\u201d custom_padding=\u201d0px|||2px||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Download our Mobile App!<\/h2>\n<p>Do you use our mobile app? It\u2019s pretty much identical to the web reporting system, same username and password, but it should work more efficiently on your phone.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>Apple iOS<\/strong> app is unlisted, since it\u2019s just for you, not the wider world, so you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/in-home-tutors\/id6480460078\">click this link<\/a> to get it.<\/li>\n<li>If you have an <strong>Android <\/strong>phone, please <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=app.inhometutors.android\">download the app<\/a> from the Google Play Store<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you launch the app, you have to select a \u201cLocation\u201d \u2014 yours will be HomeworkCoach (the other cities are where we operate our sister division In-Home Tutors). Let us know if you have any comments or problems or suggestions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-body\">\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<div><strong>New coaches checklist<\/strong>. If you are joining our network of great homework coaches, welcome. If we\u2019ve confused you by sending you a variety of onboarding documents, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/?page_id=530\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"New Coach Resources\">this checklist<\/a> may help!<\/div>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<div class=\"entry-body\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"entry-body\">\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<div><strong>Reminder of our payment schedule<\/strong>. Please remember to report your hours by the 14th and last day each month. We will often be able to add your report on our actual payday but that\u2019s not guaranteed.\u00a0 Note that even though we initiate payments on the 1st and 15th, you will not see money in your bank until the 8th and 22nd, or a day or two later when payday falls on a public holiday or weekend. This seems too long to us too, but it\u2019s not unusual for ACH processing.<\/div>\n<hr>\n<p>Most clients have a strong preference for <strong>in-home coaching<\/strong>. So many ADHD kids really struggled with remote schooling during the pandemic. There are times when meeting online is fine, for example as a between-session check-in or when there is an unexpected schedule conflict or inclement weather. But your default should always be to meet at the student\u2019s home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<hr>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>Remember to always be thinking about how you can improve your students\u2019 executive functioning!\u00a0 C<em>all us anytime you have questions or simply want to update us on your progress.\u00a0<\/em><span>\u00a0<\/span>Use<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/?p=134\">this form<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>to let us know of any changes to your address or availability.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<hr>\n<div><span>The concept of Executive Function skills building is becoming more widely understood by parents.\u00a0 Luckily we are ready.\u00a0 If you read our\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.prweb.com\/releases\/2017\/07\/prweb14551220.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">press release\u00a0<\/a><span>\u00a0and our paper on\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homeworkcoach.com\/project\/adhd-and-executive-function\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Executive Function,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span>\u00a0 you\u2019ll understand our positioning.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-body\">\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<hr>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Thanks for your good work for us.\u00a0 As always, don\u2019t hesitate to call or<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"mailto:dennis@homeworkcoach.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\">email<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">for advice, or simply to update us on any developments with your student.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=\u201d1_2,1_2\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h3>Reminder about lesson length<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>All lessons should be a minimum of one hour.\u00a0 Report at least one hour unless the shorter lesson is your fault (for example you arrived late and could not offer a full hour of tutoring).\u00a0 Explain a short lesson in the Comment field when you report your hours.<\/li>\n<li>Conversely, please do NOT charge for more than one hour unless the parent is aware in advance.\u00a0 Some parents are on tight budgets and are not necessarily tracking the time that you are working with their child.\u00a0 At the end of your first hour, you must make sure it is ok with the parent to continue tutoring.<\/li>\n<li>Here are ideas for using the full hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_2\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h3>Can we nag you about getting Lesson Sheets signed?<\/h3>\n<p>Always\u00a0you get a<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Lesson-Record-Sheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"HomeworkCoach Lesson Sheet\">lesson sheet<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>signed after each session.\u00a0 We only need it in cases of a billing dispute\u2013 rare but it does happen. \u00a0If you cannot document that you taught a lesson, we have no choice but to believe the parent and credit them for the disputed lesson.\u00a0 In this case, we will apply a \u201ccharge back\u201d to your payment.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=\u201d1_3,1_3,1_3\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_3\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h4>Need to update payment information?<\/h4>\n<p>We strongly prefer using direct deposit for payment, it\u2019s much quicker and more reliable than mailed checks. But we will mail checks on request. Update your direct deposit information<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/vQUHRj1dpZsAfzqTPXs6\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_3\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d custom_padding=\u201d1px|||||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h4>Or update your address?<\/h4>\n<p>Keep us current on anything new with you: new address, phone or credentials. That will help us know what jobs and locations you\u2019d be suited for. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coaches.homeworkcoach.com\/?p=134\">Click for our update form,<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\u201d1_3\u2033 saved_specialty_column_type=\u201d3_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Subscribe to our mailing service<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We will send you useful information about working with us and your students. \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zc.vg\/8wyNt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Mailing List Sign-Up\">Please take a second to do so by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u201d1_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d][et_pb_sidebar orientation=\u201dright\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 Hopefully you started this in March, but if not, please focus now on helping your high school clients prepare for end of year tests and projects. 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