Things You'll Need:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Computer with Internet access
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Step 1
Know your topic. Understand what geography means and what areas of geography the curriculum covers. Make sure your are aware of the needs of students in different grades.
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Step 2
Be familiar with globes, maps, latitude, longitude, land formation, water ways, weather, climate, biomes, animals, people, population, culture, and migration. Many of these topics are covered in grade school geography.
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Step 3
Empathize with the difficulties others face like memorizing lists. Some people understand the concepts but can't remember the places like capitals and bodies of water. Develop ways to help students overcome these common difficulties.
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Step 4
Talk to fellow students. Tell them you tutor geography and ask them to pass your name around to those who are having difficulty. Make sure you get your name into local schools and colleges even if you don't attend there. Advertise your services.
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Step 5
Speak to teachers in your area. Find out what kinds of things students have difficulty with. Offer to help with these topics. Leave your name and contact information.
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Step 6
Create a great resume outlining your skills and abilities. Make sure you add your knowledge of your subject and your ability to teach others. Add any volunteer work you have done.
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Step 7
Become an online geography tutor at tutorsteach.com. You can sign yourself up to help other students. The company will help you find students in your area. You can also work from your own home by tutoring online or via email.
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Step 8
Use your knowledge of the computer to give you an edge over other tutors. Use online geography websites to make learning interactive or go to familygames.com for free games for geography tutors. Offer this extra service to your students.
