Should you hire a tutor for your child? Whether your child is looking to boost their confidence or improve class marks, there are many reasons to hire a tutor.
However, parents often struggle to recognize when their child may be struggling in class or falling behind.
To help parents decide when to hire a tutor, we’ve compiled a list of questions to ask.
- Are my child’s grades slipping? If your child’s grades are starting to falter, it’s a good idea to have them see a tutor. A tutor can help pinpoint why your child’s grades are slipping and can work with them to bring them back up.
- Can my child’s confidence in school be improved? Every student goes through short-term phases of self-doubt when faced with new material. However, consider hiring a tutor if your child’s confidence has been falling over a long period. Tutors receive training to help students improve their confidence by helping them set and achieve realistic learning goals.
- Do they avoid school? Students who are falling behind in class often don’t want to go to school because they feel embarrassed or frustrated. They are no longer excited about learning and instead feel intimidated and discouraged by class material. Tutoring can help bring your child back up to speed so they can start enjoying school again.
- Does my child get anxious about assignments and tests? Every student feels nervous about tests and assignments at some point. Issues arise when your child is nervous because they are unprepared or their nerves interfere with performance. If your child feels unprepared and is unable to cope with testing anxiety, tutors can help. Tutors help students build skills and comprehension to ensure your child feels confident in the test material instead of worried and anxious.
- Does my child seem to have a learning difficulty? Tutors offer personalized support for students with learning difficulties, including communication challenges and difficulty concentrating. They can help identify where these difficulties are coming from and create strategies to tackle them.
- Does my child seem behind? If you notice your child staying up late to study or meet a deadline, it could mean they need to catch up in school. Therefore, having a tutor dedicated to helping your child build better time management skills and catch up on material is a great way to get them back on track.
- Is there a specific subject area my child needs extra help with? Tutors can monitor your child’s performance in certain subjects and see if he or she struggles with a particular subject. Enrolling in a tutoring program can help address a specific problem by building both comprehension and confidence. Whether it’s math, English, or science, tutors can help students achieve the grades they want.
How To Find The Right Tutor For Your Child
No two children learn the same way. That’s why finding a tutoring program customized to your child’s specific needs (and learning strengths) is important.
When it is time to hire a tutor, it’s helpful to know what type of learner your child is, what they are struggling with, and their goals. The more open and honest you are in these initial meetings, the more likely you will find a good fit.
Looking for a specialized tutoring program? GradePower Learning is here to help. Browse our tutoring programs and discover which program works best for your child.
originally published in February 2019.
