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            			Quick Facts:     Tutors2023     Median Pay
            						$39,580     per yearTypical Entry-Level Education
                                    Some college, no degreeWork Experience in a Related Occupation
                                    NoneOn-the-job Training
                                    NoneNumber of Jobs, 2022
                                    223,700Job Outlook, 2022-32
                                    3% (As fast as average)Employment Change, 2022-32
                                    7,400What Tutors Do
                                                
                        
                        
Tutors instruct students individually or in small groups to support formal class instruction or improve academic performance. Some tutors prepare students for standardized tests.
            
                        Work Environment
                        
Most tutors work part time, and their schedules may vary. For example, they may work evenings and weekends and may have more hours during the school year or leading up to standardized test dates.
            
                                                How to Become a Tutor
                                                
                        
Tutors typically need to have completed some college courses, specifically in subjects they want to teach. However, education requirements vary. Some employers do not require credentials; others prefer to hire tutors who have a bachelor's degree.
            
                        Pay
                        												                            																				    														The median annual wage for tutors was $39,580 in May 2023.									                                					
						
            
                        Job Outlook
                        						
												Employment							of tutors is projected to grow							 3 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
						About 39,100 openings for tutors are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
            			
            			 Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
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 What Tutors Do 
            

			TutorsTutors review learning material with students.			
Tutors instruct students individually or in small groups to support formal class instruction or improve academic performance. Some tutors prepare students for standardized or admissions tests.
Duties
Tutors typically do the following:
Set goals with students
Assist students with homework or practice problems
Teach students organizational and study skills
Provide feedback to students
Review learning materials with students
Prepare session materials or practice questions
Monitor student progress to discuss with students, parents, or teachersTutors work with students one-on-one or in groups to help them learn or to reinforce subject material. For example, they may help students with homework assignments or review worksheets, drills, or other academic exercises. They may create tools and activities, such as educational games, or find resources in textbooks or online.
Tutors structure their lessons based on a variety of factors, including their students’ needs and age. For example, some students may respond well to rapid-response or high-energy activities while other students, such as those with disabilities, may require a slower pace or less sensory stimulation.
Tutors also may help students improve their study and organizational skills. They may help students develop good habits through the use of tools, such as  flash cards, and strategies, including note-taking systems or calendars for managing time.
The following are examples of types of tutors:
***Language and ESL tutors***assist students who are learning a foreign language or English as a second language (ESL). They may help students develop fluency or literacy by focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading, and writing in the target language.
***Special education tutors***work with students who have physical, mental, emotional, or behavioral disabilities. These tutors develop lesson plans and teaching methods based on the specific needs of each student. Special education tutors may help with life skills and social skills in addition to academic subjects.
***Subject tutors***typically help with homework or other coursework and with reteaching concepts. These tutors typically have a background in the subject that they tutor. For example, a math tutor may have a degree in mathematics or have completed numerous mathematics or related courses.
***Test preparation tutors***help students prepare for standardized examinations that measure knowledge or skills in a consistent, or “standard,” manner. These tutors may work with students on developing test-taking strategies, such as time management and question analysis, specific to their standardized test.
 Work Environment
			TutorsTutors work in a variety of settings, such as schools and tutoring centers.			

	    
				
	
	
	
	
	
	
	    					 Tutors held about 223,700 jobs in 2022. The largest employers of tutors were as follows:
        Other schools and instruction; private
                28%Self-employed workers
                15Elementary and secondary schools; local
                13Colleges, universities, and professional schools; state
                12Educational support services; state, local, and private
                6Tutors work in a variety of settings, such as schools and tutoring centers. Some tutors travel to students’ homes.
Work Schedules
Most tutors work part time, and their schedules may vary. For example, they may work evenings and weekends and may have more hours during the school year or leading up to standardized test dates. Because such schedules are common, many of these workers hold other jobs or attend school outside of their tutoring hours.
 How to Become a Tutor

			TutorsTutors must find creative ways to keep students engaged in learning.			
Tutors typically need to have completed some college courses, specifically in the subjects that they want to teach. However, education requirements vary. Some employers do not require credentials; others prefer to hire tutors who have a bachelor's degree.
Education and Training
Tutors typically need to have some college education, specifically in subjects that they want to teach. Some tutors, such as those still in high school, may not have completed college courses but have a strong knowledge or background in a specific subject.
Some employers require that tutors have a bachelor's degree in a field such as education. Other employers may prefer to hire tutors whose degree relates closely to their tutoring subject, such as mathematics or a foreign language.
Depending on the position, tutors may receive training on the job.
Other Experience
Test preparation tutors usually need to have scored highly on the standardized tests for which they help students prepare. Student tutors, such as those in college, may need a minimum grade point average (GPA) or must have high grades in the subjects that they tutor.
Some employers prefer to hire tutors who have teaching experience or who have a state-issued teaching certification or license.
Important Qualities
***Communication skills.***Tutors must explain concepts in terms that students can understand. They may need to discuss student progress with parents or teachers.
***Creativity.*** Tutors must be able to keep students engaged in learning. They may have to change their methods of instruction to address the needs of different students.
***Instructional skills.*** Tutors must understand the fundamentals of teaching and lesson planning. They must adjust their teaching style and lessons to meet the needs of each student.
***Organizational skills.***Tutors must coordinate schedules with students, parents, or employers. They must prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for tutoring sessions.
***Patience.***Working with students of different abilities and backgrounds can be difficult. Tutors must be patient, especially with students who may become distracted or who struggle to master the material.
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                TutorsMedian annual wages, May 2023Total, all occupations$48,060  Other teachers and instructors$41,700  Tutors$39,580Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
 

	
	



		
	
	
	
The median annual wage for tutors was $39,580 in May 2023. 


The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $27,710, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $80,440.





		
	    					 In May 2023, the median annual wages for tutors in the top industries in which they worked were as follows:	
        Elementary and secondary schools; local
                $47,850Educational support services; state, local, and private
                42,480Other schools and instruction; private
                38,550Colleges, universities, and professional schools; state
                35,920Most tutors work part time, and their schedules may vary. For example, they may work evenings and weekends and may have more hours during the school year or leading up to standardized test dates.
 Job Outlook

   
        
    
          
        
    
              TutorsPercent change in employment, projected 2022-32Tutors3%  Total, all occupations3%  Other teachers and instructors3%Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
            
            
			 
	
	
	

			Employment				of tutors is projected to grow				 3 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
			
			About 39,100 openings for tutors are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
			
			 Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
			Employment
	
			
Employment growth for tutors will depend on the size of the student population requiring additional academic assistance. Demand for private tutoring services will continue as students preparing for college strive to differentiate themselves from other applicants through academic achievement. Also, some applicants to graduate school programs will hire tutors to help them prepare for entrance exams. The ability of schools, students, and families to pay for tutoring services will impact future demand for these workers.
			

                        Employment projections data for     tutors, 2022-32
                Occupational Title
                        SOC Code
                        Employment, 2022
                        Projected Employment, 2032
                        Change, 2022-32
                        Employment by IndustryPercent
                        NumericSOURCE: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program**Tutors**
			25-3041
			223,700
			231,100
			3
			7,400
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 State & Area Data **Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)** The Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program produces employment and wage estimates annually for over 800 occupations. These estimates are available for the nation as a whole, for individual states, and for metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. The link(s) below go to OES data maps for employment and wages by state and area. Tutors **Projections Central** Occupational employment projections are developed for all states by Labor Market Information (LMI) or individual state Employment Projections offices. All state projections data are available at www.projectionscentral.com. Information on this site allows projected employment growth for an occupation to be compared among states or to be compared within one state. In addition, states may produce projections for areas; there are links to each state’s websites where these data may be retrieved. **CareerOneStop** CareerOneStop includes hundreds of occupational profiles with data available by state and metro area. There are links in the left-hand side menu to compare occupational employment by state and occupational wages by local area or metro area. There is also a salary info tool to search for wages by zip code.
 Similar Occupations This table shows a list of occupations with job duties that are similar to those of tutors. Occupation
                Job Duties
                ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION
                2023     MEDIAN PAY**Adult Basic and Secondary Education and ESL Teachers**
            Adult basic and secondary education and ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers instruct adults in fundamental skills, such as reading and speaking English. They also help students earn their high school equivalency credential.
            Bachelor's degree
            $60,560**High School Teachers**
            High school teachers teach academic lessons and various skills that students will need to attend college and to enter the job market.
            Bachelor's degree
            $65,220**Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers**
            Kindergarten and elementary school teachers instruct young students in basic subjects in order to prepare them for future schooling.
            Bachelor's degree
            $63,670**Middle School Teachers**
            Middle school teachers educate students, typically in sixth through eighth grades.
            Bachelor's degree
            $64,290**Postsecondary Teachers**
            Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a variety of academic subjects beyond the high school level.
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            $84,380**School and Career Counselors and Advisors**
            School counselors help students develop academic and social skills. Career counselors and advisors help people choose a path to employment.
            Master's degree
            $61,710**Special Education Teachers**
            Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.
            Bachelor's degree
            $65,910**Teacher Assistants**
            Teacher assistants work with a licensed teacher to give students additional attention and instruction.
            Some college, no degree
            $35,550
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Learning Disabilities Association of America
National College Learning Center Association
National Organization for Student Success

                                                
                                                        
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