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SoFlo SAT Tutoring

$25/hr

Leading the tutoring program and process by initiating and scheduling tutoring sessions with students at the ideal frequency to ensure they reach their exam score goals. This may include, but not be ...

Club Z Tutoring

Private Tutor - K - 5

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$31/hr

Tutoring as an Elementary School Tutor in the greater Silver Spring, MD area! You'll provide personalized, one-on-one tutoring to young learners, helping them grow and develop in foundational math ...

Toolkit Tutors

Tutoring Application (CUNY)

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$35/hr

Toolkit Tutors works with NYCDOE schools to provide structured, high-impact tutoring that helps students build confidence, master content, and ace their exams. Our tutors work across all subjects and ...

Toolkit Tutors

Tutoring Application (CUNY)

Bronx, NY

$35/hr

Toolkit Tutors works with NYCDOE schools to provide structured, high-impact tutoring that helps students build confidence, master content, and ace their exams. Our tutors work across all subjects and ...

Toolkit Tutors

Tutoring Application (CUNY)

New York, NY · On-site

$35/hr

Toolkit Tutors works with NYCDOE schools to provide structured, high-impact tutoring that helps students build confidence, master content, and ace their exams. Our tutors work across all subjects and ...

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How much do tutoring jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tutoring in the United States is $34.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tutor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tutor, you need strong subject matter expertise, effective instructional techniques, and typically a degree or certification in the relevant field. Familiarity with online learning platforms, educational software, and virtual meeting tools is often required. Patience, communication skills, and the ability to motivate students are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are essential for delivering personalized support, fostering student understanding, and achieving positive learning outcomes.

What are some common challenges tutors face when working with students, and how can they overcome them?

Tutors often encounter challenges such as varying learning styles, differing levels of motivation, and gaps in foundational knowledge. To address these, effective tutors tailor their teaching methods to individual students, use engaging techniques to boost motivation, and perform regular assessments to identify and address knowledge gaps. Building strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and their parents or teachers also helps create a supportive learning environment and ensures progress.

What is tutoring?

Tutoring is a form of personalized academic assistance where a tutor helps a student improve their understanding of a subject or skill. Tutors can work with individuals or small groups, providing guidance, explanations, and practice to support learning outside of regular classroom instruction. Tutoring sessions can take place in person or online, and are tailored to the unique needs and learning styles of each student. Effective tutoring focuses not just on content, but also on building confidence, study skills, and motivation.

What is the difference between Tutoring vs Teaching?

AspectTutoringTeaching
CredentialsOften requires subject expertise, certifications varyTypically requires teaching credentials or degrees
Work EnvironmentOne-on-one or small groups, flexible settingsClassrooms, schools, or educational institutions
Employer & IndustryPrivate clients, tutoring centers, online platformsPublic/private schools, educational organizations
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for personalized academic supportSeeking formal classroom instruction

While tutoring offers personalized, flexible academic assistance often in one-on-one settings, teaching involves delivering structured lessons in formal educational environments. Both roles require subject knowledge, but teaching typically demands formal credentials and classroom experience, whereas tutoring can be more informal and specialized.

What Are Tutoring Jobs?

Tutoring jobs focus on giving a student or a group of students academic instruction outside the classroom. As a tutor, you reinforce and supplement classroom curricula, creating alternate learning strategies for students as necessary. Some tutors work directly for public schools and universities, though the vast majority work either for private companies or on a freelance basis for individual clients. Tutoring relies on your own expertise, so most tutors specialize in subjects in which they hold a degree or for which they have particular qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Tutoring job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Full Time, 87% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 16% Physical, and 84% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,978 per year, or $34.6 per hour.

Elementary / Middle School Tutor at Get Results Tutoring

Get Results Tutoring

State College, PA • On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Get Results Tutoring is seeking elementary and middle school tutors to join our team! We are located in State College, on 919 University Dr Suite 3. Our ideal candidate is compassionate, punctual, and engaged.



Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-on-one tutoring sessions for students in elementary or middle school.
  • Support students with their homework, test prep, and your own learning plan for them. (No at home prep needed).
  • Explain concepts in a clear, engaging, and age-appropriate manner.
  • Record notes on each tutoring session, including content covered, scores/progress, and next steps. 
  • Communicate effectively with students and, when appropriate, parents/guardians.
  • Maintain a positive and nurturing learning environment.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Strong English and Math skills.
  • Excellent communication and teaching skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and a commitment to student success.
  • Previous tutoring or teaching experience is a plus.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay rates.
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success.



If you have a passion for teaching, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team of expert tutors.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!


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