{"id":3901,"date":"2021-01-10T18:38:33","date_gmt":"2021-01-10T18:38:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/?p=3901"},"modified":"2021-01-10T18:38:33","modified_gmt":"2021-01-10T18:38:33","slug":"tutoring-for-kids-find-the-perfect-tutor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/tutoring-for-kids-find-the-perfect-tutor\/","title":{"rendered":"Tutoring for Kids \u2013 How to Match Your Child with the Perfect Tutor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today\u2019s educational landscape encourages tutoring for kids of all ages. It isn\u2019t hard to see why\u2014tutoring has the potential to vastly improve a child\u2019s education experience, given that they work with a high-quality tutor. So, how do you know if a tutor is any good? We\u2019ll show you what to look for in a tutor and help you find a good match for your child.<\/p>\n<h2>What Makes a Good Tutor?<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3903 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-tutor.jpg\" alt=\"tutoring for kids tutor\" width=\"381\" height=\"316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-tutor.jpg 807w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-tutor-300x249.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-tutor-768x637.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-tutor-100x83.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>The best tutors have quite a few things in common. You won\u2019t know exactly how the tutor conducts their sessions until you give them a try, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t ask questions beforehand. If the tutor is averse to answering questions, this is a red flag and suggests they don\u2019t value\u2026<\/p>\n<h4>\u2026Transparency<\/h4>\n<p>Tutors should feel comfortable discussing the finer points of their craft. This includes an overview of their methods, materials, and hourly rates. If it feels like a tutor is withholding information, we suggest taking your business elsewhere.<\/p>\n<h4>Wide Variety of Resources<\/h4>\n<p>Gone are the days of learning strictly from a textbook. While textbook-based learning can be effective for some students, tutors need to be prepared with other resources as well. Make sure your tutor has access to detailed notes, diagrams, videos, and experiments.<\/p>\n<h4>Let the Student Do the Work<\/h4>\n<p>As counterintuitive as it sounds, good tutors strive to work themselves out of a job. When it comes to tutoring for kids, the entire goal is to give students the tools they need to succeed. That means tutors should empower their students, helping them reach a point where they are confident working independently.<\/p>\n<p>Good tutors aren\u2019t homework machines\u2014their students don\u2019t insert questions and receive all the answers. Instead, the best tutors guide their students and provide assistance when necessary, allowing the students to do all the work themselves. This produces healthy, self-sufficient learners who can tackle problems all on their own.<\/p>\n<h4>Treat Students as Equals<\/h4>\n<p>While it\u2019s assumed that a tutor has knowledge that their students don\u2019t, they know it doesn\u2019t make them superior in any way. Look for a tutor who treats their students with equality and respect\u2014condescension is unacceptable.<\/p>\n<h4>Promote Deeper Thought<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3905 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-deeper-thought.jpg\" alt=\"tutoring for kids deeper thought\" width=\"379\" height=\"340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-deeper-thought.jpg 731w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-deeper-thought-300x269.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-deeper-thought-100x90.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" \/><\/h4>\n<p>On the topic of equality, the best tutors never assume their students won\u2019t understand something, and they don\u2019t oversimplify concepts. They encourage their students to expand their boundaries through the consideration of unique ideas. Rather than asking yes\/no questions, good tutors ask specific questions that promote deeper thinking and allow students to develop their reasoning.<\/p>\n<h2>We Go the Extra Mile with Our Tutoring for Kids<\/h2>\n<p>At Tutoring\u2026With a Twist*, we guarantee success beyond the classroom. Not only do our twisted tutors employ all the strategies listed above, they also take things a step further. Here are a few ways we go the extra mile to achieve success with our tutoring for kids.<\/p>\n<h4>Build Close Personal Relationships<\/h4>\n<p>We believe that the bond between a student and tutor is essential to success. When a student sees their tutor as someone who genuinely cares about them and is invested in their success, learning becomes a lot easier, more comfortable, and fun!<\/p>\n<p>Our twisted tutors prioritize building strong rapport with students, ensuring that they feel confident with the support they\u2019re receiving. They get to know their students on a personal level, incorporating their passions and dreams directly into the lessons. This leads to happier students, higher self-esteem, and a natural commitment to lifelong learning!<\/p>\n<h4>Close Contact with Parents and Teachers<\/h4>\n<p>The most well-accomplished people in life didn\u2019t get where they are without help. We like to remind our students that there are many people invested in their success, including their own parents and teachers. That means we try to get parents and teachers involved as much as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Regular dialogue with teachers is a staple of Tutoring\u2026With a Twist*. We work alongside teachers to ensure students understand what is being asked of them, and this helps everyone stay on the same page. Tutors can also access work in advance, so students can feel extra prepared when they go into a new lesson.<\/p>\n<p>Our twisted tutors provide parents with personalized monthly reports detailing how their child is doing. When you become a twisted family, you\u2019ll know exactly what your child is working on and why they\u2019re doing it. Also, you\u2019ll be notified of every accomplishment, so you can take part in the celebration too!<\/p>\n<h4>Appeal to Different Learning Styles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3907 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-learning-style.jpg\" alt=\"tutoring for kids learning style\" width=\"275\" height=\"319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-learning-style.jpg 695w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-learning-style-259x300.jpg 259w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-learning-style-100x116.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/h4>\n<p>A one-size-fits-all approach to learning doesn\u2019t work for everyone, so our twisted tutors utilize a variety of methods to help students achieve success. We recognize the four <a href=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/vark-learning-styles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VARK learning styles<\/a>, and our tutors always use a combination of each. No matter how your child\u2019s brain likes to learn, our tutors can provide tailor-made lessons unique to them.<\/p>\n<h4>Success in School, the Real World, and Beyond!<\/h4>\n<p>This is what the twist is all about! Learning doesn\u2019t stop when school ends, and there are a ton of things school simply doesn\u2019t teach. We firmly believe in <a href=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/life-skills-based-education-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">life-skills-based learning<\/a>, and this ensures our twisted students are equipped to tackle anything.<\/p>\n<p>Students often ask why they\u2019re being taught a particular subject, and we always have an answer! We blend each student\u2019s interests with their curriculum work, unveiling the practicality of what they\u2019re learning. We make students aware of what they\u2019re doing and why it\u2019s important. This helps them see the light at the end of the tunnel and makes learning exciting.<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to develop a lifelong love of learning in our students, and life-skills-based learning promotes that development. Twisted students enjoy heightened problem-solving skills, communication skills, critical-thinking skills, and many more useful tools to help them navigate the ever-evolving world around them. With such a deep toolkit, twisted students can chase their dreams and find success wherever they look for it.<\/p>\n<h2>Find the Perfect Tutor Today<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3909 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"tutoring for kids perfect tutor\" width=\"303\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/ns\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/tutoring-for-kids-perfect-tutor.jpg 784w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>We would love to be a part of your child\u2019s success. Our unique method of tutoring for kids guarantees success, no matter how you choose to define success. Everyone\u2019s path is different, and our twisted tutors can help your child walk their path and achieve their wildest dreams. Don\u2019t hesitate\u2014feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/tutoringwithatwist.ca\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a> for more information today.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TutoringWithATwist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook page<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCs33XisFBCLP16Jzl-AhnjQ\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube channel<\/a> for more fantastic content!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>*Services provided by With a Twist Education Ltd.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today\u2019s educational landscape encourages tutoring for kids of all ages. It isn\u2019t hard to see why\u2014tutoring has the potential to vastly improve a child\u2019s education experience, given that they work with a high-quality tutor. So, how do you know if a tutor is any good? 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