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What does a Tutor do?
A tutor is an adult, usually a teacher or other expert, who gives individual instruction to a student in need of assistance with a particular academic subject. The instruction is usually one-on-one and geared toward the student's individual needs in that subject. Sometimes, the tutor is helping the student prepare for a specific event or exam.
Tutors may also be referred to as instructors or teachers. Most tutors are certified teachers, although some may only have knowledge and experience in the field rather than a teaching certification.
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Working as a Tutor
The typical work environment for a tutor includes:
- Working in a variety of places including offices specifically designed for tutoring sessions
- Helping students prepare for a particular test, such as the SAT, LSAT, MCAT or GMAT
- Working as independent contractors, with instruction often taking place in either the school, the tutor's office or residence or in the student's home
- Flexible schedule
- Working with other instructors or one-on-one with your client
- Devising an individually tailored lesson plan designed to help their client prepare for a test or improve their performance in the specified subject
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How much does a Tutor make in the United States?
Average base salary
Data source tooltip for average base salary.127.2k salaries reported, updated at May 5, 2021
$25.29
per hour
The average salary for a tutor is $25.29 per hour in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
- Referral program
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about being a Tutor
