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10 Ways To Find Tutoring Jobs

Tutoring jobs can be difficult to find and even more tricky to find clients to commit. Find hope in this list of 10 websites from online tutoring companies to searches for individual jobs, we’ve rated them to make it simple. 1)  www.schoolspring.com/ Not the best but it’ll do. SchoolSpring offers an exhaustive list of jobs but that’s just it. It is exhausting. The only selections available are the following: state, grade level (not subject) and position searching/ hours intending. This may however be a great website for tutors seeking teaching career.  But is certainly hit or miss whether a specialty is even available. 2)  www.wyzant.com/TutorHome.aspx Ability to search jobs according to subject or city. Failure in the search is that city and subject cannot be chosen together for search optimization. Either one must be weeded through to find specific jobs or areas near tutor’s city. 3)  www.tutor.com/apply Work only in areas of expertise and tutor from home online. Tutors can take an online test in areas like; calculus, German, finance and other specific subjects to gain preference in the application process.  However, some specific areas of tutoring may get passed over in this process. 4)  www.varsitytutors.com/tutoring-jobs Select general subject topics, enter in test scores, teaching certifications and hours available and Varsity Tutor will contact potential tutors. 5)  www.care.com With hundreds of local tutoring gigs to choose from, tutors can certainly find postings desiring their subject offerings. There are multiple tutors competing for the same job and clients don’t always follow through. Also, tutors seek, set up schedules and collect payment themselves. 6)  studypoint.com One-on-one tutoring with resources and training for tutors. Required 2 years teaching  or tutoring experience and a Bachelor’s degree from a 4 year university or college. Tutors who are serious about long-term tutoring assignments and commitments will love Study Point. 7)  www.universitytutor.com/tutoring_jobs Fees, rates and schedule of availability is set by the tutor. Online and in-person jobs. Tutors are selected by clients and find preference through the reviews received. No real stability in finding long-term or more than one-time positions. 8)  www.elitehometutoring.com/jobs Elite Home Tutoring is a favorite because tutors set their own hours, only tutor in desired subjects and cities and receive emails when a tutoring job meeting their criteria is met. The tutors choose which jobs to accept. Payments are always direct deposit and collecting a fee is done by Elite Home Tutoring so Tutors can focus on teaching. Find the right fit for you and may your adventure begin!

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Homework Focus

Can the words “homework” and “focus” truly coincide in the same sentence without a nuclear meltdown? As a blogger and mom of three, I think this theory is probable.  Having scoured the internet and begged friends, teachers and experts for their suggestions: these are a few of the tried and tested methods that bring relief to the homework issues in my home. School is not Finished when the Bell Rings  Just as a forty hour work week can stretch into sixty hours, students need to understand that their work is not finished until the job is completed, and not when the bus arrives. There can be exceptions, for example; baseball practice, orchestra concerts and dance recitals. But  be intentional about scheduling a time to get the work done. Set an early morning alarm to work on those math problems that were missed while partying late celebrating Grandma’s birthday. Understand the Subject Matter Most educators are willing to meet by appointment before or after school hours to assist students with difficult subjects. It’s a crazy idea, almost like it’s their job and desire to assist with learning. Tutors specific to the area of study are an amazing help. They are devoted to the student’s needs and don’t have the time limitations that teachers often have. Take a Break Sitting in a controlled environment all day, students need a 15-30 minute break to stretch their legs and eat a healthy snack before sitting down to focus on schoolwork again. If studies journey into a long session of concentration, take a short break for the brain and body. Set a Timer, Set a Goal Set a 5-20 minute timer and set a goal, for instance, state a number of problems to complete or sentences to structure in the allotted amount of time.  It’s amazing how much focus can be found when a challenge is presented. Homework can be a daunting, often (feeling) endless task. With a timer set, there is a limit to the work and possible reward of a break between timer settings until the work is completed. Develop an Atmosphere Conducive to Learning  Kitchens often become the afternoon hub in a home. Instead, have a designated area for homework only. Where students can escape if noises and distractions become an issue. A desk in a bedroom or office perhaps? Have all supplies at the ready. In work areas or desks have rulers, pencils, calculators and healthy snacks all within arms reach. Time will not be wasted tracking down supplies. Above All, NO SCREENS! Sorry to blow that ship out of the water, but it’s nearly impossible to do a complex math problem or write an essay with the TV blaring in the background. social media, gaming and “research” online, should be set aside for post-study hours. Come on who are we kidding? Everyone knows these things can easily suck us into a time vortex for which there is no escape. Save screen time for a reward, don’t allow it as a distraction. Hopefully this article helped you find a least a few methods of respite from your homework monsters With some simple changes, focus can be painlessly redirected toward homework and peace restored.

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