Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Tutors.
How much does a math tutor cost near me?
A math tutor costs$25 to $80 per hour when teaching privately and $25 to $50 per hour when tutoring online. SAT math tutoring costs $45 to $100 per hour on average. Math tutoring centers charge $100 to $200 per month for weekly tutoring sessions.
How do I know if my child needs a math tutor?
Your child may need a math tutor if:
Their grades or test scores are declining
They get confused or frustrated with homework
They are having difficulty or lacking confidence with numbers
They are excelling in school and need more challenging tasks
You are no longer able to provide help with homework or learning
They have a learning disability
How many math tutoring sessions are needed?
Tutors suggest a minimum of one tutoring session per week until students build confidence, understand the subject, and improve grades. Sometimes, a few tutoring sessions can help students get back on track and regain confidence. If the student struggles in two or more classes, more sessions are recommended. On average, students take 9 to 50 sessions.
What do private math tutors do?
Math tutors are responsible for helping students with homework, teaching various mathematical concepts, motivating and boosting confidence, and teaching skills like note-taking, studying, and test-taking. Math tutors also show how to perform calculations, processes, and computations to complete their assignments.
What qualities make a good math tutor?
Look for the following qualities in a math tutor:
Expertise and knowledge on the subject
A good communicator and motivator
A passionate and enthusiastic teacher
Ability to quickly identify the student's needs
Teaches to the student's strengths and minimizes their weaknesses
Personalizes each session and incorporates connections to the student's interests
Listens and communicates often with parents and teachers
Is inquisitive and asks the student good, open-ended questions
Is persistent but always demonstrates patience and empathy
Adaptable and able to explain material in multiple ways
Shows positivity and encouragement
Has a reputation of professionalism and reliability
Has resourcefulness and is tech-savvy
Do math tutors help?
Hiring a math tutor helps struggling children keep up and advances those students who aren't challenged enough. A tutor helps improve any student's knowledge, learning skills, and confidence.
Is math tutoring worth it?
Tutoring is worth the money because:
Tutoring strengthens subject comprehension, boosts confidence, and builds important learning skills that a crowded classroom can't offer.
Tutoring improves grades and tutored students outperform their peers on examinations.
Students develop positive attitudes toward the subject after tutoring.
How to find a math tutor in my area?
Home math tutors are available for children in elementary school all the way to students in high school and college. Start by searching our list of private math tutors near you. Then:
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Interview and compare at least three tutors.
Check their references and verify their credentials.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on Tutors.com and Google.
Discuss fees, locations, scheduling, and cancellation policies.
Ask what payment methods are accepted and if payment is expected after each session.
Consider hiring the tutor on a trial basis to see if they are a good fit.
What questions should I ask a math tutor before hiring?
When looking to hire a good math tutor, ask the following questions:
What's your level of education or academic training in math?
What are your qualifications, certifications, or credentials?
How long have you been tutoring, and how many students have you tutored?
What ages and learning styles do you tutor?
How will you evaluate my child's needs?
What is your tutoring process, methodology, and teaching philosophy?
Do you have a curriculum, or do you create personalized content for my child?
How do you measure and track progress?
What results should I expect to see, and what happens if my child doesn't make any progress?
How often will you communicate with me and my child's teachers?
Will the tutoring sessions take place in-home, at a public location, or online?
How many students will be tutored at a time?
How much do you charge, and how long is each session?
How long and when are you available to tutor?
What's your policy for cancellations and make-up sessions?
Can you provide me with a list of references?
Are you willing to undergo a background check?
What makes you an outstanding math tutor?What questions should I ask a math tutor before hiring?
Reviews for Grand Island math tutors
Recent success stories from people in the Grand Island area.
David M.
Fedor tutored my daughter in Calculus this year. She was really struggling with the more advanced concepts and her grades were suffering.
After just a few sessions with Fedor, her understanding improved immensely. He explains calculus concepts in a way that just clicks for her. She is now excelling in class thanks to the solid foundation he helped her build.
Fedor is patient and wants his students to truly comprehend the material, not just memorize formulas. My daughter's confidence is through the roof thanks to his dedicated teaching and encouragement.
I highly recommend Fedor for any student struggling with calculus. His tutoring makes a huge difference and gets results. 5 stars!
Fedor: Math & Sience Tutoring.
Kathleen P.
Chris Morris-Lent has helped my kids with everything from Pre-Calc and AP World History to ACT/SAT prep. He has a unique skill set with expertise in a wide range of subjects, along with the flexibility to alter his teaching style to best suit the student. He teaches not only academic subjects but also test-taking and studying strategies to streamline the students’ workload and improve test scores. Chris has a very relaxed style, with professional, high standards (in both business and tutoring).
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Sheuli S.
It’s very convenient to set up a schedule. Mark Abagi is a very excellent, knowledgeable teacher and he helped my son enormously . We are very grateful to him.
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Vithasree K.
He was very patient and detailed when explaining the concept or answering a question. He made sure that I understood every part of the question and the answer and made me feel more confident in my knowledge. Overall, he's a great teacher and I learned a lot from him.
1717 N Akard St, #2540, Dallas, TX 75201
Safa M.
Hi, my name is Safa and I’m a mother to 3 teen boys aged 18, 16 and 13. All 3 of my boys were struggling in different subjects and I knew they needed individualized support to help them excel but i just could not find the right tools to help them. A friend recommended this company and my experience with them as been absolutely wonderful. We were able to find suitable tutors for all my 3 kids that matched their frequency and tutors that were able to effectively help them excel. My boys take multiple hours of tuition a week with their tutors, each on their own time and all 3 of them are doing better in school and their grades have improved. In my personal experience, his company comes highly recommended.
KK Tutoring
Cara S.
Omar is awesome! My 15 year old son really liked his approach with Algebra II. His tutoring made a huge impact on his understanding of the material and grade. Highly recommend.
GenZ Math Tutoring
Melanie C.
He has been a great tutor He’s super nice, really funny, and made every session something I actually looked forward to and not boring . Thanks to him, I improved my score by 280 points! I definitely wouldn’t have done it without his help.
The Personal Professor (Online Tutors Only)
Mary G.
I've had an excellent experience with Tiana. She is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and always explains things in a way that's easy to understand. Whether it's helping with homework, preparing for exams, or just building confidence in the subject, Tiana has made a huge difference. I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in my child's performance since starting lessons. Highly recommending to anyone looking for a reliable and effective tutor!
HUMBLE Learning Co.
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