Occupation
Tutor
Works one-to-one or with very small groups to help a learner improve in a specific subject or prepare for a test. Diagnoses where the learner is stuck, sets targeted practice, and tracks progress between sessions. Many tutors are self-employed and arrange their own clients, scheduling, and materials.
Also known as: Private tutor · Academic tutor · Learning coach
Occupation content
Part of Education and training
What the work involves
- Assess a learner's current level and agree goals with them or a parent
- Plan sessions and select or write practice material
- Explain concepts in several different ways until one lands
- Set and review independent practice between sessions
- Report progress to parents, schools, or the learner
- Manage bookings, invoicing, and session records when self-employed
How people commonly enter
- Subject expertise from a degree, diploma, or professional background
- Teaching or education qualification for school-linked or regulated tutoring
- Registration with a tutoring agency or platform after screening and a background check
- Self-employment, building a client base directly
Typical training: Varies by employer or jurisdiction
Licensing: Not typically licensed
Typical work context
Works independently · Public facing · Remote capable · Varied work · Quiet focus
Related interests
Social (helping) · Investigative (analytical)
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Skills to practise
Practice suites
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- O*NET OnLine — Tutors (25-3041.00) · United States
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- UK National Careers Service — Explore careers · United Kingdom
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- Canada Job Bank — Career planning (Employment and Social Development Canada) · Canada
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