how to tutor your own child
Let your child participate in the tutoring session. Having your child explain concepts in his or her own words can help solidify the concept in his or her mind. In both math or reading, don't assume your child understands the material.
For math, teach your child the basic concepts and guide him or her through a problem rather than solving the problem yourself. This will help your child complete the same sort of problem alone in the future. Be sure to maintain a positive attitude and always encourage progress rather than discouraging mistakes.