What to Look For In a Good Math Tutor

Finding a good Math tutor can be a challenge at times. When we shop around for clothes, food, and durable goods, we tend to really examine several aspects of what we are purchasing: cost, quality, depending on the reputation of where we are buying it from. Yet, when we search for a tutor, do we only look at how much that tutor charges, or do we examine their resume, looking for an experienced individual that can really take our children to the next level of understanding in Math? As we know, many school districts offer free services, either tutored by district employees, or provided by Peer Tutors identical in age to the struggling student.

I offer the opinion that there is better out there. Think about it. You wouldn't go to Sear's and choose a washer or dryer based on cost alone, would you? Or buy everything from a local store just because it is closest to you, regardless of price? Then you shouldn't do that when searching for a Math tutor, either. We know that Math requires skills that build on top of each other; skills that are constantly developing as concepts get more complex.

So, we should look for a Math tutor that is 1) Up with the latest trends and techniques of instruction. The "new" Math as it's called may differ from the way you were taught Math thirty years ago; 2) Have credentials or is qualified to tutor Math based on their background; and 3) Able to instruct through not only book knowledge, but also be able to communicate the concepts taught in an easy, concise, down to earth way so as to ensure the student will retain the information. So, we need to look at many aspects when you go shopping around for a quality Math tutor.

If we just look at the cost, we may be reminded all too soon of the classic proverb "You get what you pay for". A child's education is one of the most important investments you as a parent will make. So, in summary, we really need to talk to our kids about what their interests are first. Is what they plan to do with their lives require a lot of extensive Mathematics? If so, what can we do as parents and child advocates to assure that the student receive all of the perks necessary to get that foot up in the competition? It really comes down to one thing in the end: opportunity waits for nobody. Get the jump start on Math today!

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