Reading comprehension
Read closely. Develop an interpretation.
Strengthen vocabulary, inference, main-idea recognition and evidence-based responses across fiction and non-fiction.
Calgary · Grades 3–12
Aim Higher.
Achieve More.
Personalized English and humanities tutoring for learners ready to build strong foundations and go further. Strengthen reading, writing and critical thinking with an experienced, Albertan teacher.
Private learning studioOnline sessionsPAT & Diploma Exam prep
10+ yearsTutoring & teaching experience
PhD(c)University of Calgary
Alberta-certified teacherTaught at Alberta schools, including a top-ranked school
Alberta curriculumSupport grounded in provincial standards and assessment.
Personalized tutoring for Grades 3–12
Strong foundations.
Greater possibilities.
For students strengthening essential skills, preparing for provincial assessments or ready for a deeper challenge. Individual instruction in reading, writing, English Language Arts and Social Studies is grounded in Alberta curriculum and assessment expectations. Students in Grades 1–3 may also be accommodated upon request, depending on the learning need and availability.
Essay & writing support
Turn good ideas into convincing writing.
Develop thesis statements, purposeful paragraphs, effective evidence, organization, revision skills, grammar and an authentic written voice.
English & Social Studies
Consider perspectives. Defend your thinking.
Build literary analysis, source analysis and critical-thinking skills through discussion and well-supported responses connected to classroom work.
PAT & Diploma Exam prep
Know the expectations. Prepare with purpose.
Target English Language Arts and Social Studies Provincial Achievement Tests, Diploma Exams and course exams with focused, exam-style practice.
Homework & study skills
Plan effectively. Work independently.
Work through homework, complex assignments and long-term projects while building organization, note-taking, time management, effective study routines and test-taking strategies.
Enrichment & advancement
Go deeper. Learn ahead.
Explore advanced texts, more sophisticated writing and future concepts for motivated learners ready to move beyond current classroom work.
Support that meets the moment
Start with your learner’s strengths, current needs and goals, connected to Alberta curriculum expectations and classroom learning.
- Strengthen foundationsAddress skill gaps with clear teaching, guided practice and patient feedback.
- Stay confidently on courseNavigate homework, assignments and assessments while building greater independence.
- Advance with purposeExplore richer texts, future concepts and more sophisticated writing.
Kristi-Mari
Fedorko-Bartos
Helping students feel understood, challenged and ready to take the next step.
A warm welcome
Hi, I’m Kristi-Mari.
Let’s help your learner grow.
I’m an Albertan teacher who helps students turn their ideas into stronger reading, writing and thinking. I bring more than a decade of tutoring and teaching experience to each learner’s goals.
We build on what is already working, make room for a deeper challenge and practise the skills your learner can carry into their own work.
More about Kristi-MariLearner & family experiences
Progress they can
see and feel.
Thoughtful, individual teaching can change how a student approaches challenging work—and how they see themselves as a learner.
When I started at a new school in Grade 7, I had a difficult time adapting to its writing expectations. Kristi-Mari’s guidance made all the difference. She taught me how to organize my ideas and express them clearly. Instead of struggling through English Language Arts, I now genuinely enjoy it! The study skills she taught me have also helped me improve my Social Studies marks. I’ve continued learning with her ever since.
Grade 9 studentLearning with Kristi-Mari since Grade 7
Kristi-Mari has an excellent command of the material and explains concepts in a clear, engaging way. She taught me how to approach literary analysis with greater depth and support my interpretations with convincing evidence. Her practical advice and essay-writing expertise helped me develop stronger essays and communicate my ideas with greater precision. With her instruction, my English grade increased from the high 80s to the mid-to-high 90s.
Grade 11 student
Our child was experiencing difficulty with reading comprehension, and we wanted an educator who would be both knowledgeable and patient. Kristi-Mari took the time to connect with him and showed genuine care for his progress. By getting to know his interests and how he learns best, she tailored her teaching in a way that resonated with him. His grades improved considerably, and the individualized instruction made a meaningful difference.
Parent of a Grade 4 student
2026–2027 plans & rates
Invest in the
next level of learning.
Begin with a free 30-minute consultation, available virtually or in person, about your learner’s strengths and ambitions. The 10-hour Focus Plan begins at $70 per tutoring hour. Longer plans provide greater continuity, modest savings and more time for sustained progress.
10 hours
Focus Plan
$700CAD per block
$70 per tutoring hour
A focused start for a clear goal, such as more analytical paragraphs or a stronger essay.
- Identify strengths and a useful stretch goal
- Practise, receive feedback and revise
- Review progress and choose a next step
20 hours
Momentum Plan
$1,350CAD per block
$67.50 per tutoring hour
More room to connect reading, writing and assessment skills across different tasks.
- Develop a sequence of connected goals
- Apply feedback across several pieces of work
- Build consistency with independent practice
Save $50 compared with the same number of hours in 10-hour blocks.
50 hours
School-Year Plan
$3,250CAD per block
$65 per tutoring hour
Ongoing individual teaching that adapts as courses, assignments and your learner’s goals develop.
- Plan for longer-term learning goals
- Extend learning through richer texts and ideas
- Revisit progress as new challenges emerge
Save $250 compared with the same number of hours in 10-hour blocks.
Fall 2026 enrolment is now open. All prices are in Canadian dollars. Payment arrangements for longer blocks can be discussed during the consultation.
Blocks may be used for personalized reading comprehension, writing, English Language Arts and Social Studies support in the private learning studio in Southwest Calgary or online.
Included in every block
Individual teaching.
A clear sense of progress.
The first-session learning review is part of your tutoring hours. It gives the work a purposeful starting point.
- A starting review and personal goalsRecent schoolwork, a short independent task and a conversation about what your learner wants to achieve.
- Purposeful lessons and selected materialsOne-to-one instruction, relevant reading and writing tasks, and specific feedback during sessions.
- Practice that builds independenceOpportunities to apply a strategy, revise a response and try a new task with less guidance.
- Progress conversations with parentsClear goals at the start, brief updates at agreed review points and a summary of next steps as the block ends.
What does the learning evaluation look like?
A closer look at strong work reveals where it can become more accomplished.
- 01
Understand the starting point
Review a recent assignment and a short reading or writing task. Notice how the student interprets a question, selects evidence and explains an idea.
- 02
Choose the next challenge
Agree on one or two goals, such as deeper analysis, a clearer argument or a more effective revision process.
- 03
Look for independent progress
Compare later work with the starting sample and try a fresh task. Discuss what is stronger, what transfers and what to practise next.
Good to know
A few questions
from families.
What if my child is already doing well?
That is a great starting point. KM Learning is designed for students who want to build on strong foundations and achieve more: a more nuanced interpretation, a more convincing essay, greater confidence with demanding work or more independence. We begin with what your child already does well and find a worthwhile next challenge.
What is included in a block of tutoring hours?
Every block includes one-to-one teaching with Kristi-Mari, a starting learning review, personal goals, selected learning materials, practice and feedback during sessions. We also agree on parent review points and discuss next steps as the block ends. The 10-, 20- and 50-hour options offer different amounts of time and continuity, with the same individual approach.
How do you evaluate my child’s learning?
During the first tutoring session, we look at recent schoolwork and a short independent reading or writing task. We consider understanding, evidence, explanation, organization and how much guidance the student needs. Together, we choose one or two stretch goals. This is an instructional review to guide tutoring. It does not assign a formal diagnosis or an official school grade.
How will I know my child is making progress?
We agree on goals and review points at the start. Updates describe what your learner is working on, what their writing or discussion shows and what comes next. Comparing early work with later independent work helps make progress visible. School feedback and marks can add context, alongside the quality of the thinking and the student's growing independence.
What happens between sessions?
When useful, Kristi-Mari suggests a manageable reading, writing or reflection task to practise the current goal. We agree on what fits alongside school commitments. Detailed teaching, marking and revision take place within booked tutoring time. Any additional work is discussed in advance.
Do you offer PAT, Diploma Exam and course exam preparation?
Yes. Preparation is available for Grade 6 and Grade 9 English Language Arts and Social Studies Provincial Achievement Tests, as well as English Language Arts 30-1 and 30-2 and Social Studies 30-1 and 30-2 Diploma Exams. Sessions can also target classroom tests and final exams. Tutoring may include released examples and exam-style practice focused on reading comprehension, literary or source analysis, written responses, planning, time management and Alberta assessment expectations.
Who is the tutoring for?
KM Learning primarily serves students in Grades 3–12 seeking stronger reading comprehension, clearer writing and more accomplished work in English Language Arts and Social Studies. Lessons follow the student’s readiness, interests and goals, with any skills that need strengthening addressed along the way. Students in Grades 1–3 may also be accommodated upon request, depending on the learning need and availability.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions are available in a private, home-based learning studio in Southwest Calgary or online. We’ll discuss the format that fits your family during the consultation. Studio location details are shared when arranging your sessions. An in-person session can be rescheduled to an online format in cases of bad weather, traffic, illness, travel or other circumstances. Twenty-four hours’ advance notice of a session change is appreciated.
What does my child need to bring to each session?
Students should bring any relevant schoolwork they would like to address. This may include homework, assignments, rubrics, subject content and resources, notes, teacher feedback, returned tests and projects. The more context I have, the more closely I can tailor each session to your child’s needs. When applicable, your child should also bring a laptop to access subject content hosted online and a tutoring notebook to record feedback from each session and goals to work on between sessions.
What happens during the free consultation?
We meet for 30 minutes, either virtually or in person at the learning studio, to talk about your child’s strengths, interests and ambitions. Based on the initial information you share about your learner, I may recommend the format that will make the consultation most useful. You can ask questions, discuss the right focus and get to know Kristi-Mari. It is a conversation about fit and next steps. The work-sample evaluation takes place in the first tutoring session if you choose to continue.
How do the blocks of hours work?
Choose 10, 20 or 50 tutoring hours after the consultation. We agree on session length, frequency and review points before beginning. A focused block may suit one goal. A longer block gives more room for sustained practice and new challenges. Session scheduling and arrangements for changes are discussed before you commit.
Let’s find the next challenge
What could your
learner achieve next?
Tell me what is going well and what your child is working toward. Propose a day and time for a free virtual or in-person consultation, and I’ll reply to confirm what works.
30 minutesVirtual or in personA personal next step
info@kmlearning.ca