New Jersey · Tutoring GrantDistrict-administered

New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC): how to apply and use for tutoring

Active and expanding: 15,500+ scholars across 247 NJ sites in 2025. 1:1 to 1:3 tutor ratio, 30-60 min sessions, 2-3x weekly. State funding secured FY26.

Amount
FY26 NJ Appropriations Act: $7.5M for NJDOE's High-Impact Tutoring Grant (Cohort 3) supporting LEAs. Tutoring provided to students at no cost via partner schools/districts/CBOs.
Eligibility
PARTNER-DELIVERED program. NJTC partners with schools, districts, and community-based organizations to serve PreK-8 in math and ELA. Parents access services through their child's school or partner CBO; some summer/community sites may accept direct enrollment.
Program since
2021

How to apply

  1. Step 1
    Verify eligibility

    Check the current requirements on the official New Jersey state portal and confirm your child and family qualify for New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) for this school year. Rules can change from year to year.

  2. Step 2
    Gather documents

    Prepare proof of residency, birth certificate, academic records, and any program-specific documentation.

  3. Step 3
    Apply yourself and book with KOTY

    The parent or guardian submits the application via the New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) state portal. KOTY provides the provider-side documentation (invoices, service descriptions, credentials) the program may request as part of your enrollment or reimbursement.

New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) is administered by your school district

Parents don't apply directly for this program. Contact your child's school district office to ask about eligibility and enrollment.

If your district or the program requests provider documentation, KOTY provides it.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) for online tutoring?

Yes. New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) funds cover online tutoring with certified providers. Kids on the Yard meets the program requirements and gives you the documentation you need for your application.

Does KOTY accept this program in New Jersey?

Yes. Kids on the Yard accepts all state education funding programs. We provide you with every document the program or the state may request (invoices, service descriptions, attendance records, provider credentials). The application and enrollment with the program are always submitted by the parent or guardian — talk to our educational team if you'd like more details on what documentation we provide.

When are the application deadlines?

Three cycles per year: embedded school-day, after-school, summer. Enrollment typically through partner schools/CBOs. Deadlines change frequently — always verify the latest dates on the official New Jersey state portal or the program's official site before submitting.

What subjects does the program cover?

Each program sets its own approved categories. KOTY rates are always priced within the New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) allowed range.

Can I stack this program with others?

Some states allow stacking programs (e.g., ESA + additional scholarships). Stacking rules are state-specific and change over time — verify with the official portal before enrolling.

How does KOTY invoice families using New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC)?

We know state-program approval and reimbursement can be complex. That's why we issue invoices in the cycles programs accept most smoothly — monthly, every two months, or quarterly — depending on what best fits your approval window. Each invoice includes the service description, hours, tutor credential, and the information programs typically require. If your program asks for a specific format, we adapt to it so your approval doesn't get delayed.

Do KOTY tutors meet the program's qualification requirements?

Yes. On request we provide the tutor's credentials, background-check confirmation, provider-of-record information, and any other documentation the program needs to validate the provider. If your program requires a specific certification, we confirm it up front so your enrollment goes through cleanly.

What happens if my program reimbursement is delayed?

Your child's sessions continue as scheduled. We work with many families on state programs and we know reimbursements sometimes lag — that's between you and the program, not between you and KOTY. If you need extra documentation or a different invoice format to speed up review, just ask and we'll generate it.

Can my child change subjects or frequency mid-year?

Yes. We adjust subjects, frequency, and hours across the school year. Updated invoices reflect the change so program review stays clean. Approval of any change that affects the program-funded amount is always granted by the program itself, not by KOTY.

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