Top 5 Questions to ask when hiring a Tutor

Choosing a tutor for your child may seem overwhelming.  There are a lot of tutors available so make sure that you find one that is a good fit for your child and their needs.  That’s why Long Island Tutors, has put together this article of the top 5 questions to ask when hiring a tutor.

1- What qualifications do they have?

Qualifications can range beyond degrees or certifications the tutors may have. Finding out whether the applicant has experience teaching other children in your child’s age group. Make sure that the tutor you hire is experienced in the subjects your child needs help in.

2. What is their teaching methodology or style?

There are various teaching methodologies used in education that is received by students differently. Speak with the tutor to see how they are able to work with your child’s unique learning style to ensure effective learning.  Discuss this and share how your child best learns.

3. What are their strategies for motivating children?

Speak with the tutor about what strategies they have used previously to engaged during their tutoring sessions.  This gives you a clear indication of how involved and creative the tutor is in creating a learning space that involves effective learning.

4. Does the tutor have clearances and references?

You will also need to conduct a thorough background check. Confirm that the candidate does not have a criminal or abusive to children. Request references from past families or even past employment.

5. Discuss what methods will be used to track your child’s progress.

You will want to speak with the tutor, to see how they will monitor progress.  How will they evaluate progress, report on it, and how often will they be monitoring the progress.  Given time constraints, it is vital to discuss the method and frequency of keeping you informed of your child’s progress early on.

There has been a surge in homeschooling recently and the need for private Long Island tutors to supplement traditional learning. Hiring a tutor is a wonderful way to reinforce and personalize your child’s learning.