3 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Maths Tutor

So you have decided your child needs some extra help in the classroom, support with test preparations or a meeting with an examination entrance specialist? Fear not, Mr Q is an expert in all these areas!

But how can you tell if I’m the right fit for your child’s unique needs? Your chosen tutor must have subject-specific knowledge and experience, as well as being a good fit you’re the student’s individual learning style and educational goals.

To help you decide if I’m the right choice, here are 3 key questions I recommend you ask during our complimentary introduction session:

1.    What is your approach to teaching students?

Understanding how I structure and deliver tutoring sessions (with patience, knowledge and humour) will give you an insight into whether my approach aligns with your child’s learning style. My answer will outline my thoughts on problem-solving, algorithm-based teaching, conceptual understanding and how I tailor my tutoring to the individual needs of each student.

2.    What experiences do I have teaching Maths/a particular topic

It is crucial for you to understand and see the depth and breadth of my knowledge in the specific areas of Mathematics that your child needs help with. Whether its ACT/SAT prep, algebra, calculus, geometry, IB, IGCSE, or something else, inquire about my experience teaching that subject! You must be confident in my abilities to impart meaningful lessons with each session that I run.

3.    How do I tailor every session to each individual student's needs?

Every student is different and requires a different level of support, guidance, scaffolding and instruction in Mathematics. A good Mathematics tutor will adapt their teaching style to get the very best out of every student. Understanding how I utilize my years of teaching experience in the classroom, and how I tailor each session for the student in front of me will help you feel confident that you have chosen the right tutor!

In summary, a quick introductory call with me will help you feel confident that I am the right tutor for your child’s individual learning needs. Please contact me today.