Description
Tutors are responsible for leading one-on-one or small group lessons that cater to the needs and goals of their students. They often have the following other responsibilities:
Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments
Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom
Teaching skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions
Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments, including research and writing tactics
Developing and distributing teaching materials to supplement classroom lessons, including study guides
Conducting practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation
Providing students positive and constructive feedback
Offering feedback on progress to students’ parents and teachers where appropriate
Building meaningful connections with students from diverse backgrounds
Instructing students both in person and over video chat
Diagnosing student needs through active listening techniques and questioning strategies
Recognizing different learning styles and student preferences
Designing differentiated learning goals
Staying up to date with the school curriculum