What Is a Weekend Tutor and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

Weekend tutors help students with their homework, school projects, or understanding specific lessons in a subject. In this role, you primarily work on Saturdays and Sundays, though some employers may consider Friday evenings part of the weekend. The tutoring may focus on one field or on many subjects. This part-time position lets you work with others to develop positive study habits and help them to understand the material better. Weekend tutors may work with groups of students or offer private, one-on-one sessions, and may be in-person or conducted through virtual portals. The age of students you work with depends on your level of expertise; some focus on elementary, middle, or high school students, while others tutor at the college level.

To become a weekend tutor, you must have expertise in the subjects you wish to tutor in and be available on Saturdays and Sundays. Many tutors have an associate or bachelor's degree, but some employers may consider candidates with demonstrated skills in elementary, middle, and high school subjects who do not have a degree. Some weekend tutors are independent contractors and book clients privately. Certification is not required, but becoming certified may make you more competitive in the job market. The National Tutoring Association and the American Tutoring Association both offer approved credentials, and some tutoring companies provide their own certification. Additional qualifications include the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, strong written and verbal communication skills, and patience.