Becoming a tutor can be a fulfilling and rewarding career path. As a tutor, you can make a difference in students' lives and help them achieve their academic goals. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to be a tutor and start your tutoring career. This article will delve into Superprof tutoring and explore what makes an effective tutor.
Here at Superprof, over the past year, we have reviewed the tutors on our platform and selected the tutors who have received rave reviews from clients, shared excellent resources and gone above and beyond to delight their clients. They all have the Top Tutor badge showing on their profile.
This impressive accolade indicates that the Tutor is an effective educator and should be considered when browsing for your next session.
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1. Learning from an engineering and economics grad
Luke is an Aerospace Engineering (with Economics) graduate of Pembroke College, Cambridge (MA & MEng), with first-class results in papers as diverse as 'Thermofluid Mechanics' and 'PDEs and Variational Methods'.
As an undergraduate scholar of the Institutions of Civil and Mechanical Engineers and the Society for Underwater Technology, Luke is well placed to prepare students applying for a range of STEM subjects at Oxbridge and Yea Imperial. Luke also provides tutoring services in various topics, specialising in Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Economics.
- What makes you an expert tutor, Luke?
The Teach First Summer Institute provided a rigorous pedagogical foundation for my near-decade-long private tutoring career.
My tutoring strategy is influenced by the problem-solving approach of the esteemed Prof. Kreyszig, who stressed the need to interpret the natural consequences of the application of a theoretical model, be it understanding the output of a Maths equation in the context of the physical world or refining classical economic theory for the nuances of the modern age. This has been pivotal to the top grades many of my students achieved."
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"Superprof has been formative in defining the role of the professional tutor, ensuring that high-quality education is accessible for all."
Many resources go into providing in-class support to students who need it.
2. Insights from a philosophy tutor
"My tutoring philosophy is to make myself redundant! I look to instil confidence and competence in my students, helping them love learning and know how to make progress independently."
"Building trust with students is paramount; I will challenge, support and help them cope with mistakes as learning opportunities. I don’t want to push students towards performing tasks they don’t understand because that is not learning, and no good grades on any given day will paper over a lack of in-depth understanding."
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"Superprof is such a wonderfully simple and fair platform that makes tutoring easy and offers more opportunities for a wider range of students to get the support to fuel their success. I’ve met some great tutors, students and families and enjoyed the journey with them all."
3. Young age educators, what makes them effective?
Vishal is very passionate about helping children progress regarding their academic achievements as well as helping them become confident learners.
- What makes Vishal an expert tutor?
"One factor that makes me stand out is that I have experience in marking entrance exam papers at the 7+, 8+, 10+, 11+ and 13+ entry levels. This means that I know what is expected of students, and thus, I freely share my experience and, more importantly, exam techniques with my students. This often makes the difference when they sit their entrance exams."
"I often get told by parents that they can see that I care about my students, and I always go out of my way to ensure that I don’t overwhelm them in my lessons. I promote a healthy balance, and this leads to success. My lessons are interactive and enjoyable; seeing my students gain knowledge and confidence as the week progresses substantiates the faith parents put in me when tutoring the future superstars of tomorrow!"
So, it would be best if you were genuinely interested in your students' success. Your students will likely pick up on your enthusiasm, contributing to the overall teaching environment.
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"One of my favourite things about using Superprof is the simplicity of the booking system and the detailed review section on each Tutor's profile. Parents can see first-hand reviews from parents and students alike and can make a decision based on this. Furthermore, the Superprof team is always there to help if you have any questions!"
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4. What it takes to be a good chemistry tutor
Andrew has been a professional tutor for ten years now, specialising in one subject and one subject only. Chemistry! Andrew also teaches chemistry in one of London’s (and the UK’s) top independent colleges. He holds a degree and master’s degree in pure chemistry from Manchester University.
- What makes you an expert tutor, Andrew?
"I have worked with hundreds of students from various backgrounds, from foreign royalty and the children of Hollywood actors to students on free school meals and inner-city council estates.
The results and feedback from parents and students speak for themselves. My track record is impeccable. I am very proud to confirm that, on average, my students increase their grades by at least two levels.
I initially struggled with chemistry, and my teachers had given up on me. It took an inspiring tutor to turn things around and instil a genuine fascination with the subject. This is what inspired me to become a professional tutor."
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"I love the charity work Superprof does. They also support and develop their tutors like no one else in the market. They are a great team to work with!"
5. Hear from an experienced Superprof tutor
Harjinder has enjoyed tutoring and teaching many students of all age ranges. Harjinder has provided over 10,000 hours of teaching and tutoring, including over 5000 hours on the Superprof platform. Harjinder specialises in teaching 11+, GCSE maths & science, A-level maths, further maths & physics, STEP tests and maths at degree level.
- What makes Harjinder an expert tutor?
"I have always enjoyed the challenge of making students achieve higher than their potential, giving them the grades and results to get into their desired school or university. I also help my students boost their foundational knowledge and deepen their overall knowledge of the subject I am tutoring. Every student has a unique way of learning, so I quickly adapt to their needs.
I always look forward to teaching new students and helping them improve their understanding of the areas they are struggling with to help them improve and get their desired result."
- What is his favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"I have been teaching via Superprof for over six years and have been introduced to more than 200 students! I also love the booking system."
6. Teach students from your experiences
Scott is a Durham PhD graduate passionate about education, teaching and coaching. In addition to his Ph.D., he has a first-class master's degree and an award for academic excellence. However, it didn't always come easy, and Scott had to discover strategies and techniques that worked well to reach these levels. Scott attributes this as one of the reasons he can tutor so effectively now.
- What makes Scott an expert tutor?
"I started tutoring undergraduates at Durham in 2008 and enjoyed it so much that it became my professional career. I realised that I was good at tutoring when students started replicating my results, and I look forward to our sessions.
You must be more than just a great teacher to be an effective tutor. It also requires being a great coach and mentor. I quickly get to know my students on multiple levels, from their personality to their current skill levels, abilities and goals. I always personalise lessons to meet the student's needs and focus on the things that will significantly impact achieving their goals, such as setting goals regularly and focusing on skill building and understanding rather than memorisation.
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"I joined Superprof back in 2016. I’ve done almost 2,000 hours of tutoring through the platform and gained 89 5* reviews from students and parents. Superprof excels at finding great matches between a student and a tutor, and I love how easy it is for clients to make repeat bookings so that I can focus on the tutoring. The team has also been an absolute pleasure to work with!"
Small group sessions are also another effective medium for students to learn through.
7. What it takes to be a great maths tutor
Ben studied maths at Oxford University and then worked in the city before becoming a maths teacher. Before becoming a full-time tutor, Ben taught maths at Westminster School for nine years. He has thousands of hours of teaching and tutoring experience across the school age range. Ben has helped students prepare for entrance exams to virtually all the top schools and universities in the UK.
- What makes Ben an expert tutor?
My most significant strength is my ability to explain ideas clearly. A client has told me that they’re sure I could explain anything to anyone. I passionately believe that students will get better results and more enjoyment if they understand the key ideas behind what they’re studying instead of just learning a process.
A clear explanation is vital, and the explanation that works can differ for every student. I love the “lightbulb moment” when an idea suddenly makes sense in the student’s mind.
- What is your favourite thing about tutoring on Superprof?
"I love the range of students I get to work with. One lesson I could be teaching 11+ maths, and the next might be Oxbridge preparation. The variety keeps things fresh and interesting!"
There is a resounding consensus on the effectiveness of the Superprof learning platform. If you are a tutor looking to access a new pool of students and would like to offer your services teaching students a subject, language or skill in person or online, this might be the platform for you!
Why not get the ball rolling and create your profile today? It won't take long before potential students start scheduling classes with you.
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