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 Sioux Falls math tutors
Recent success stories from people in the Sioux Falls area.
Christina L.
Zand helped me out a lot, and he's professional and very helpful, my grades went up higher. Thank you
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Anne T.
Saniya is knowledgeable and flexible with scheduling- my children enjoy working with her. She’s awesome!
Tutoring by Saniya
Addy K.
Due to sickness, my daughter missed a couple of weeks of school and was left with a dozen of makeup work. Alliea worked with my kid for the entire quarter to help her with maths, and it paid off!!! Thank you for your patience and ability to clearly and your sense of humor to explain those concepts!
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George V.
If you are confused at all with math or are struggling, getting a tutor like Svetlana is one of the best decisions you will make. I learned more math than ever before with her. She is so nice and patient with answering questions and does a great job of explaining concepts. I honestly could not ask for a better tutor. Svetlana helped me improve my grades, and I had a great time learning Calculus with her.
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Cyndi M.
I feel compelled to share a great "find" we made last year. School had only been in session for two weeks before my kids came home lamenting that their AP Physics teacher left them totally confused and stressed out. Switching to a less demanding schedule wasn't an option so I decided to look for some help. Lord knows, it wasn't going to come from me or my husband! I found Daniel, a 2012 UCLA engineering grad who has been tutoring for many years. After the boys' first meeting with him, the level of stress in our household plummeted and the boys did well on their first physics test. We've decided to have him come regularly, just to make sure the boys understand the material and keep them confident. The boys ended up with A's in the class and doing well on the AP test. Daniel was able to help them with anything they didn't get in their calculus class as well. So as you stare the next school year in the face, if your child has any difficulty with their studies, especially in math or physics, consider talking to Daniel. He's a lovely young man and the boys really responded to him well.
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Christina F.
Mark has been working with my teenage son for two years, first with Algebra and now with Geometry. He not only helps improve my son's grades but also ensures he truly understands the material. Mark is patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his success. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great tutor!
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Kaylin G.
Peter is a very personable and caring tutor. He walked me through the concepts of calculus thoroughly and ensured that I understood each step, explaining in a simple and comprehensible way.
O'Neill Math Tutoring
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