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 St George math tutors
Recent success stories from people in the St George area.
Adan A.
We are incredibly fortunate to have found Nadine as a math tutor for our kids. She has been an absolute gem! Her teaching style is patient and engaging, making even the most challenging math concepts accessible and understandable.
Her friendliness and warm personality have created a welcoming learning environment, where our children feel comfortable asking questions and expressing their difficulties. It's clear that she genuinely cares about their progress and success.
Since starting sessions with her, we have seen significant improvements not only in their grades but also in their confidence when it comes to tackling math problems. We highly recommend Nadine to any parent looking for a dedicated and supportive math tutor!
Nadine
Leanne F.
Jackie and her team are extremely professional and helpful. The tutors have been patient, knowledgeable and interested in making sure my kids can understand the concepts.
Jackie's Classroom
Adeola E.
He was understanding. He listened, gave input, got to know my son and his needs. He was flexible and gave feedback. He communicated effectively and took time to not only help for present needs but helped to cover gaps from past and needs for future as needed. He is an excellent tutor. Gets his student involve and wants their opinions. He is patient and easy to communicate with. He is prompt in getting g back with and reaching out when needed. I cannot expressive deepest and sincere gratitude. My son learned a lot from me and was always eager for his lessons. Planned on keeping Paul for the next semesters.
High Peak Education
Alana B.
We truly cannot express enough how grateful we are to have found Laurie to be our daughter’s tutor. With her we have the best of both worlds. Laurie is a brilliant instructor, and a very kind individual. She has been infinitely patient in explaining math concepts in a way that they can be easily understood and remembered. We also greatly appreciate the regular updates on her progress and identified areas for improvement. Laurie is always reliable, patient and understanding of life that often throws curveballs on routines and schedules. We have been with Laurie for almost 4 years, she has become so much more than a tutor, she is also a wonderful mentor. Our daughter is thriving and confident under her instruction and now thanks to Laurie she enjoys math!
Laurie's Innovative Learning Solutions: ADHD and Dyslexia Friendly
Don P.
Mark was very patient, explained and broke down each math problem in a way the made sense. I wish all math teachers were as easy going as Mark.
Mark -- Professional Math Teacher & Tutor
Raymond L.
Highly recommend Ruby for SAT math tutoring. My son needed a math tutor for his SAT prep. Ruby understood my son's needs, reviewed chapter by chapter, which my son found to be very helpful. With her help my son was able to score 1550 on his SAT. We highly recommend anyone who is looking for SAT math tutoring give Ruby a try, we did and it paid-off big time.
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