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5 Common Questions Tutors Get Asked and How to Respond

As a tutor, you have likely encountered various questions from your students that go beyond the subject matter. While every student is unique, certain questions tend to recur frequently. In this article, we will discuss the five most common questions tutors get asked and provide suggestions on how tutors can

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STORIES — One stroke at a time

David, Swimming, UK: I coached a young woman who had a dream of becoming a professional swimmer, but she lacked confidence in her abilities. As her coach, I knew that she had immense potential, so I decided to help her overcome her self-doubt. I worked with her closely, focusing not

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STORIES — Learning for both parties

Tony, English, UK: I had a student who once I met him, I knew that our tutoring sessions would be more than just academic exercises. He was a vibrant and curious soul, hungry for knowledge but facing significant challenges at home. As his tutor, I was determined to make a

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5 tips for turning tutoring from a side hustle to a full-time career

Turning tutoring from a side hustle or hobby into a full-time career profession requires dedication, planning, and strategic thinking. Here are five tips for individuals looking to transition from tutoring as a side hustle to a successful full-time tutoring career. 1. Establish a Solid Reputation: Building a strong reputation is

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STORIES — Empowerment through art

Matthew, Art, USA: I was once tasked with a young student who was very shy. I began by encouraging her to express herself through her artwork, assuring her that every stroke of the brush mattered. As our lessons progressed, I introduced different art techniques and styles, from watercolors to charcoal

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STORIES — From being taught to becoming a teacher

Matt Green, JGM Science Tutors, UK: I would like to thank my secondary school English teacher - Mr. Dickenson. A phenomenal explainer, inspirer and motivator of students. Being a teacher myself now, I know how much skill is required to not only make subjects come to life and make sense,

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Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 - The Importance of Appreciating Educators

In the journey of education, teachers and tutors play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of students. They guide, inspire, and impart knowledge, empowering students to reach their full potential. Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 provides a wonderful opportunity to express gratitude for the significant contributions educators make in our

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STORIES — Out of your shell

Georgina, Tutors Need Tutors, UK: I would like to thank Mr Grantham. He taught me history for key stage 3, and was also my form teacher. I used to always get comments on my school reports that said, “Georgina is a capable student but is too quiet. She needs to

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STORIES — A reach beyond the classroom

Jazmin Morris, English, UK: I would like to thank Mike, lecturer in graphic design for bringing his research/practice in West African cinema & film to our curriculum. His approach is so rich that his reach goes far beyond the students that he works with. I would also like to thank

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STORIES — Appreciating History

Adetayo, English, UK: I would like to thank my History teacher, Miss Henderson. This is simply because she made history digestible for me to grasp and outside of the lesson/subject, she was a teacher that cared about the state of her students’ emotional being.

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STORIES — Appreciate your tutor!

Ahmed, A-Level Student, UK: I had a really tough time with GCSE Science, especially Chemistry, but my tutor, John, was incredible. He always came prepared with creative ways to help me understand the material, and he never made me feel stupid for asking questions. He made me feel like I

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SPOTLIGHT — Vincent Biffle

Spotlight is our way of highlighting people in the tutoring sector who make an impact, work on the ground and benefit lives with their educational experience for their students/clients. Take a look at our latest entry below. 1. What’s your name and how old are you? Vincent Biffle,

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5 wise quotes about Tutoring

We believe that wisdom should be shared, and the art of tutoring is no exception. We’ve listed 5 quotes below, a mixture of anonymous quotes and proverbs, which should remind you the importance of tutors and tutoring. 1. "Tutoring is not just about teaching the student a subject, it's

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STORIES — One way to improve your English

Amanda, ESL, UK: One year, I had a group tutoring session, about 15 children, every Saturday morning. I had a quiet student who struggled with anxiety and would often avoid participating in class discussions. As her tutor, I worked with her to build her confidence by starting with smaller group

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STORIES — From Anxious to Social

Sarah, English, UK: I was hired to work with a student who struggled with social anxiety. She would often avoid making new friends or participating in group activities. Her parents decided to hire me to help her on a one-to-one basis, with her studies, but also as ‘a big sister’

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5 tips why tutoring is great experience for your CV

We’re aware that not all people who take up tutoring do it for a career. Even so, tutoring is an excellent experience to include on a person's CV (curriculum vitae) for a variety of reasons. Not only does tutoring demonstrate one's expertise in a particular subject, but it also

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STORIES — No more exam fear

Tony, English, UK: I had a student who struggled with exams and would often freeze up during them. As his teacher, I worked with him to develop strategies to manage this, such as deep breathing exercises and positive affirmations. I also provided him with additional support by offering extra tutoring

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STORIES — B for Brilliant

Caitlin, Science, USA: For high school science, I was brought in to help with a student who was struggling to keep up with the material. He had a lot going on at home and there were concerns from his teachers that he often came to class tired and distracted. We

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5 tips for tutors with anxiety

As a tutor, it's not uncommon to experience anxiety, especially when dealing with difficult students or challenging subjects. However, it's essential to manage your anxiety so that it doesn't affect your ability to deliver quality tutoring services. In this article, we'll provide some tips that can help you become a

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STORIES — Tell me more about Jaguars

Matt, English, UK: I was a tutor for some primary school students who were learning English as a second language. One boy was particularly shy and struggled to speak in front of the group. But as we continued to work together, he started opening up more and more. One day,

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STORIES — A short story about a short story

Sarah, English, UK: I had a student who had dyslexia and found reading and writing to be very challenging. We spent hours going over her assignments and I helped her come up with strategies to improve her comprehension and writing skills. One day, I went to our session and she

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Do I need a tutor or a mentor? What's the difference?

Tutoring and mentoring are two popular forms of academic support that are often used interchangeably. However, while they share some similarities, they also have significant differences that can impact the effectiveness of the support they provide. In this post, we will compare tutoring and mentoring and outline which one is

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STORIES — A speech to remember

Laura, English, USA: In a high school English class, I assigned a group project where students had to write and perform a play. One student was very quiet, and he wasn’t interested in the project at all. But the other members of his group encouraged him to participate. They

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STORIES — Brief business, big results

Ali, Business, UK: I had a brief few weeks tutoring Business A-Level last year to a tutee. He was very self-motivated and said he was a bit behind in class and simply needed my help to get back on course. After a few sessions helping him with concepts and essay

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Tutoring and teaching - what's the difference?

Teaching and tutoring are two methods of education that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. There are significant differences between these two methods and understanding them can help students and parents make informed decisions about the type of education they want to receive. Teaching is a