How to Choose a Tutor

Sometimes education during the school day just isn’t enough for a child to learn and master classroom curriculum. For children who are struggling, or just need a little one-on-one help, a tutor can be the perfect a solution. A tutor is person that is hired to educate your child as a supplement to classroom instruction. Usually tutors work under the parents' direction in devising goals for the child. Tutors can further explain and help your child to understand the lessons of the school day in the home environment. To choose a tutor for your child, follow these steps.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Talk to your child's teacher. Your child's teacher can tell you the areas that your child specifically is struggling with.

2. Talk to your child. Let your child know why you think that he needs a tutor and explain that tutoring is not a punishment.

3. Ask teachers and other parents for recommendations. They may have experience with several tutors and may be able to direct you to one that will work well with your child.

4. Interview potential tutors. Check references, credentials and the educational backgrounds of potential tutors.

5. Know your child's learning style. You'll want to choose a tutor that understands how to work with a child that learns like yours does.

6. Communicate your expectations. Let potential tutors know what you expect, what goals you have, and your pay range and schedule. Be sure that your potential tutors understand their role and responsibility should they be hired.

7. Hire the tutor that you feel is best qualified and that can best educate your child, meet your educational goals and partner with you in helping your child to succeed.

Tips & Warnings

• If your child has a learning disability, be sure to choose a tutor that has specific experience and training in working with children who have disabilities.
• Be available during your child's tutoring session. Don't hover, but make your presence in the tutoring location known.

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