Ron Said:

Math tutoring (Anyone needs help)? Chicago, IL?

We Answered:

try

www.craigslist.com

this is not the appropriate place for this

Russell Said:

How to find math tutoring jobs in chicago, IL?

We Answered:

try craigslist.com.

You can narrow it down by city, and they definitely have Chicago. Then try looking under jobs, and in the search box, just put "tutor."

Good luck!

Sherry Said:

What's the best way to get tutoring jobs?

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Parents (and therefore schools) are always looking for tutors. I would make up a resume and add a little photo of yourself. Be sure to list the age level and topics you are willing to tutor (reading? math? etc.)Visit several schools that are close to where you live.....don't go during the first or last hour of the school day. Introduce yourself and ask if you can leave fliers for the guidance office. You might want to call ahead of time to speak to a guidance clerk or counselor. Getting a student through a school would be better than just on your own. You might have access to the classroom teacher to find out exactly what skills the student needs to work on the most. Good Luck!

Manuel Said:

Is it possible to make a living as a full time tutor--or are tutoring jobs only part time?

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If you are planning to tutor people below college age, most aren't available for tutoring except for after school and weekends, so while you might be able to cobble together a full-time job out of this, it seems somewhat unlikely.

Joyce Said:

Online social studies tutoring jobs?

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Here is a good list of companies that hire tutors and such http://workathomedesk.com/directory/onli… - it is a free site. You may have already come across some on the list while researching but it's a good list of companies that hire for this type of work. Good luck!

Mitchell Said:

How much should I charge for a tutoring job in math?

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At your level, $15-$20, depending on what the area. College students charge $25, and up. You have to keep it lower, otherwise they will get a college student.

Jon Said:

Any tips on tutoring a fifth-grader in math?

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Start out slow. See what he knows but don't insult him. If you treat him like he is slow or stupid then he may shut down and not want your help. Maybe make up a kind of "pretest" that will help you to see where he is struggling. Make it both written and oral. Some students do better at one than another and it will help you to gauge how you need to approach your lessons. If he does better at written you can create worksheets as practice. If he is better at oral problems then flashcards would be a better way to start. In either case I would use a variety of techniques so that he does not get bored.

I would also have him help you to set some goals. Go over his "pretest" with him and talk about where you see that he needs help. Have him set baby steps for himself. If he can set small but easily obtainable goals, then he'll see that it is easy for him to learn... gives him an ownership in his own progress. Over time you can increase the goals in larger increments.

I would also suggest that you check with your state Department of Education. They usually post a list of standards that students at various grade levels are supposed to reach by various grade levels. They call them different things in different states so depending on where you are you may need to dig a little. But this will give you a good jumping off point as to what a typical 5th grader is supposed to be taught in your state. Most states and/or school districts also post textbook information that you can use to guide your lessons. Most textbooks are available online, some for full review and some have at least a listing of chapter info.