Due to the amount of content that must be covered every year, teachers often review concepts quickly before students are tested and the next topic is introduced. Unfortunately, this might not be enough time for your child to understand what they’ve learned fully. However, with one-on-one instruction from a tutor, they can work at their own pace and avoid falling behind. To ensure you pick the right educator for your child, ask about the following factors during the interview process. 

What Should You Ask a Prospective Tutor?

1. Training Background

A tutor should be able to map out an approach to help your child. To ensure they have the right training, ask about their education. They should have a high school diploma, and they may also need a degree in English, mathematics, or science, depending on the subject your child needs help with. Tutors with degrees in education and certification program training often also have classroom experience, which means they're familiar with current educational standards and they know how to interact with kids.

2. Experience

During the consultation, ask how many years the tutor has been teaching students in your child's age group. If the educator is experienced, that means they've helped children who possess a wide range of strengths and weaknesses. They'll be able to assess your child's needs and eagerness to learn to determine the best teaching strategy to implement.

3. Student Success Rate

The goal of tutoring is to provide your child with the tools needed to excel in school. Ask about the tutor's student success rate, as it can attest to whether they can help your child achieve their academic goals. Find out how many former C pupils became A and B students, and how much the grade point averages of their students increased after tutoring.

For effective STEM-based and SAT tutoring, reach out to KAMA Tutoring Center in Troy, MI. These tutors have more than 20 years of experience helping students from kindergarten through 12th grade succeed in school. Visit the center online for after-school program details and call (248) 817-5063 to arrange a session. For test-taking tips and more information, connect with them on Facebook.