What is a lead tutor and how to become one

Key steps to become a lead tutor

1. Explore lead tutor education requirements

   Most common lead tutor degrees

   Bachelor's

   68.0 %

   Associate

   13.3 %

   Master's

   11.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific lead tutor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Math	16.90%
   Mathematics	11.84%
   Academic Support	9.54%
   Study Sessions	9.03%
   Economics	6.84%

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3. Complete relevant lead tutor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New lead tutors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a lead tutor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real lead tutor resumes.

4. Research lead tutor duties and responsibilities

   • Work with individual students and groups who need additional assistance with homework, including math, English, and social studies.
   • Assist in the intervention and enrichment process of students in need of help in math, writing, and language arts.
   • Help students develop study skills and organization techniques to improve academic performance.
   • Help students prepare for GED testing.

5. Get lead tutor experience

6. Prepare your lead tutor resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your lead tutor resume.

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7. Apply for lead tutor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a lead tutor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams