How to Make a Student Tutoring Contract

A tutoring contract establishes what you expect from the student.

Tutoring can be a tough business, and it is important to make students aware of your requirements up front. One of the most effective ways to do this is to create a student tutor contract that is specific to your expectations. This may help keep things on track and be a consistent reminder to the student to make the most of each session.

Things You'll Need

• Paper
• Pen/Pencil
• Word Processor
• Copier

Instructions

1. Decide what your priorities are. The student contract might include sections on making and keeping appointments, showing up on time for appointments, and attempting assignments before meetings.

2. Get specific about these priorities and write out a short description for each. For example, the section about attempting assignments before the session might read: Come prepared! Do as much of your assignment as possible, and write down any questions you may have.

3. Type up your priorities, and add a place on the bottom of the contract for you and your tutee to sign.

4. Format the contract so that it is easy to read, but do not go overboard on embellishments that will distract from the purpose of the document.

5. Make a copy for each of your students. It is a good idea for the tutor and the tutee to retain a copy of the signed contract.

Tips & Warnings

• Remind students that tutoring takes two, you cannot do your part if they are unwilling to do their part.

• If you are tutoring minors, it is a great idea to have the parents co-sign this contract. This way the parents know what you expect from the child and can encourage the child to keep up his part.

References

• Free Legal Documents: Tutoring Contract