Q: My daughter's teacher suggested she get some extra help in math. How do I find a good tutor that will work with our busy schedule?
A: Just like finding the right school, finding the right tutor is about getting the right fit. Thankfully, the Dallas area is abounding with different styles of tutors to fit the needs of the student and the family. Since your child only needs help in math, you may want to find a tutor or tutoring service that specializes in this subject. They should either do an independent assessment of your child’s current knowledge and understanding, or use data provided from your school to create a tutoring program that will help your succeed. From there, they can tailor a program that will engage your child’s style of learning to help them grasp math concepts.
The most difficult part, it seems, is finding one that will work with your busy schedule. On our website, look under our “Enrichment” section and search for tutoring centers that are in your town or a neighboring community. You may also want also want to look in our “In Home/On Location” category. These tutors will either meet at your house or at a local library or other location that best suits your needs. If you do find that a tutor coming to your house will work the best, make sure that you have a quite area for them to work without distractions so that they can focus on the tasks at hand, allowing your student to reach their fullest potential. Good