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What is a Tutor?

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Answered July 26 2021
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A Tutor is a person who provides academic support and instruction to individuals or small groups outside of the traditional classroom setting. They help students who may need extra help understand the material. Some Tutors specialize in test prep for standardized tests such as the SATs or the LSATs. 

Tutors can specialize in many different subjects, but the most common ones are math, science, foreign languages, and English. Tutors can either meet students in person or conduct Tutoring sessions virtually. 

Tutors often become role models, especially for children and teens. Since they are usually a little older than their learners but more accessible than teachers, Tutors can be important adult figures in the social and emotional development of a young person and academic coaches. 

Personality of a Tutor
  • Listening Skills
Tutors should be able to listen to students' questions and concerns about the material or the testing methods and respond thoughtfully. The goal of Tutoring is to alleviate some academic anxiety, not add to it. 
  • Adaptability
Often, students seek a Tutor's help because traditional instruction methods aren't working for them. Tutors need to be adaptable and find new ways of explaining the material to understand the lesson. 
  • Positivity
Tutors need to have a positive attitude and encourage students to gain more academic confidence. 
  • Patience
Explaining the same concept over and over can be draining. Tutors need to rely on large reserves of patience and calm to prevent themselves from getting frustrated and focus on the student. 
  • Creativity
People learn differently. Tutors need to find creative ways to present the material to students who find traditional instruction methods confusing. 
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