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 White Plains math tutors
Recent success stories from people in the White Plains area.
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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Elizabeth S.
Miles Smart tutoring is wonderful. They have a consultation to see what your need are and they match you with a tutor that they feel fits the student. They give multiple check-ins to see how you like the tutor, how things are going, and ask your opinions. They really listen. The Tutor Thomas Chicas and my son immediately had a great connection. Thomas was very patient and was such a great help with preparing for tests, exams, and homework. Thomas thoroughly gave detailed explanations when there were things that my son did not understand in Calculus and Physics. I am so glad I have such a good tutor for my son's next three years of college. I feel a sigh of relief now. Many students give up on school because they do not have the support they need. I went from getting multiple calls from my son being stressed out and defeated to now feeling confidant about his classes and looking forward to the next semesters. Miles Smart Tutoring is a lifesaver.
Miles Smart Tutoring
Sara And K.
My twin and I got tutored by Donna and we both loved how she worked in a way that we understood. She made sure we understood certain topics before moving on. I’m really happy with the tutoring she provided and I would definitely recommend her to other students who would like extra help on the SAT.
Donna's tutoring
Shea R.
Gifted Genius Prep is an amazing company I highly recommend! My children have been tutoring with this company starting the beginning of the school year and I see them flourishing in learning a new language. They are professional and provide stellar learning experience for children. Again, I highly recommend using their services for language or test preparation. Thank you Mei for providing excellent educational services especially during these stressful situations. Gifted Genius Prep is one of the best learning companies because it’s fueled with people who care about children and learning. I promise you will receive an excellent virtual or in person experience with Gifted Genius.
Gifted Genius Prep NYC
Donna G.
I really liked how hands on the tutor was. She was very attentive to my child and his needs. Her price was very reasonable and she always put in a lot of effort during the class and outside in prep work. I highly recommend her to anyone!
Private Tutoring
Sydnee T.
Great tutor, very flexible and reasonable with timing. Also takes her time to make sure you grasp everything being taught. She helped me develop a better understanding of my work so i was able to score higher on my exam then before
Making STEM Simple
Kevin F.
DAN = EXCEPTIONAL in every way. Best experience I could've had with a tutor.
He worked with me for a solid six months, elevating my composite SAT score from 1250 to 1510! His approach is super unique, and it's unlike any other tutor or rigid commercial course.
Dan actually spent a year writing SAT items across all exam sections in 2020 - as a part-time fill in for the College Board. So he offers a way of viewing the exam, from how concept mastery to application to strategy (learning to naturally see/spot how the exam writers attempt to throw students off) all in this gradual process in which, if you follow his lead but also remain interactive and vocal with him about absolutely anything, you will feel the progress begin to take shape.
It took me 6 months with him, and we met consistently. I opted to focus only on the Reading/WL until the end, when I asked he provide some general tips for the math (which were super helpful and certainly assisted with me adding last minute points to a math score I already felt was strong enough. My weaknesses really were in the Reading/WL.
If you get the chance to invest time with him, you'll see how he is not rigid in just thinking everyone learns the same way. He actively draws from top-notch resources, College Board exams, and much more to create a learning experience in which he discovers how you as the learner will not memorize. Instead, you'll internalize. And then begin to see how the SAT presents the concepts, how to efficiently and effectively deal with them, and see the exam as not something to fear but something to enter and destroy!
Evolution Education & Training Services LLC
Sowmya G.
I'll be straight with you—my son is really shy and had trouble with reading and writing. We decided to try out classes with Science with Shoba, and I'm really happy with his progress. The tutors have been great at helping him improve, and it's made a big difference for him.
Science with Shobha
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