Your child may benefit from having a reading tutor if you notice that he or she is having difficulty reading and gets frustrated easily. A typical sign is when his or her grades are falling behind the rest of the class. In some cases, a few one-on-one sessions with a reading specialist will help the child to get back on track and regain his or her reading confidence. If your child also has difficulty writing, it might be a better option to consider hiring an English tutor instead.