Empower Your Child: The Key to Choosing a Tutor That Matches Their Learning Style

Written By Scholarly’s Editorial Minion, Rashini D Selvasegaran

Do you need help finding a tutor and wonder if their teaching methods align with your child's learning style?

Do not worry!

Understanding your child's learning style is the first crucial step in ensuring you get the correct tutor for them. Did you know that choosing a tutor who adopts a personalised teaching method improves your child's academic performance and influences their enthusiasm to learn?

To achieve this, read on to find out what factors parents should consider towards finding the right tutor for their child.

1. Understand Your Child’s Learning Style

What are the different learning styles one could have? There are many kinds, but the most common ones are Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic.

How are they different?

Visual: These students excel when studying with diagrams and images. Presenting information through graphics and illustrations allows them to digest information more easily.
Auditory: These students prefer audio recordings of lecture videos, discussions, and verbal communication.
Kinesthetic: These students prefer hands-on activities like puzzle solving or project work.

Here are some assessments you can use to evaluate your child's learning style:

Remember: Your child's learning style is not fixed; it may change over time. Therefore, it's essential to monitor your child's study habits at home and seek feedback from teachers about their performance in school.

2. Key Qualities To Look For In Potential Tutors

Now that you better understand your child's learning style, it's time to find the right tutor to support their learning needs. When searching for potential tutors, here are a few things you need to assess for:

Experience with Different Learning Styles: Look for tutors who have experience tailoring their teaching to accommodate different learning styles, with thorough examples of how they would customise their teaching approach to their student's needs.

Personalised Lesson Plans: There is a difference between tailored teaching styles and a personalised lesson plan. A lesson plan shows a commitment to meeting your child's unique learning objectives and challenges over the long term.
Feedback and Assessment Approach: Consider how the tutor handles and implements your feedback. Assessing your child's progress and determining whether the teaching method aligns with your child's learning style is vital.

3. Scheduling A Trial Session

Why are trial sessions with a tutor important?

Trial sessions are needed to ensure the tutor's teaching benefits your child. In the first session, you can evaluate the tutor's teaching approach and determine if your child is engaged with the lesson style! Observe the tutor's engagement and adaptability to your child's learning style during the lesson. Also, note your child's comfort level and enthusiasm with the tutor. Afterwards, discuss the experience with your child to gather feedback, helping you decide if the tutor fits their needs.

At Scholarly, our app allows you to connect with tutors and arrange for trial sessions at the touch of a few buttons! We offer a diverse range of tutors with stellar portfolios and expertise. In our app, parents can view the tutor's profile, read through their qualifications, and see past students' reviews to assess their suitability.

And the best part? Our application is completely free to use!

Get started today by downloading us from the Google Play Store or the Apple Store and search for a tutor to support your child's learning needs!

4. Post - Lesson Review

Once a trial lesson is complete, parents can take several proactive steps to ensure the tutor is the right fit for their child. First, they should sit down with both the child and the tutor to discuss the lesson, encouraging the child to share what they learned and any challenges they faced. This collaborative feedback helps gauge understanding and aligns everyone on goals. Parents can then work with the tutor to create a tailored study plan that addresses specific weaknesses while building on strengths.

We understand that finding the perfect tutor may seem daunting for all parents. That is why at Scholarly, we are committed to delivering a marketplace where tutors and parents can connect to make learning enjoyable and effective for your child.