5 Signs Your Child Could Benefit from a Private Tutor (And How to Choose the Right One)

Dean Steinman | 10 Jun 2025

Here are five signs your child could benefit from private tutoring and how to choose the right fit for your family.

1. Homework Time Is a Daily Struggle

If homework leads to tears, arguments, or avoidance, it’s more than just a tough assignment; it may be a sign your child isn’t fully grasping the material.

A private tutor creates a safe space to:

• Review challenging concepts
• Practice at your child’s pace
• Build confidence in a low-pressure environment

At Whiz Kidz, we help turn homework into a habit not a battle.

2. Your Child’s Confidence Has Started to Slip

Academic stress can quickly impact self-esteem. If your child starts saying things like “I’m not smart” or avoids talking about school, it’s time to intervene gently.

Tutors do more than teach their coach. Our approach focuses on:

• Encouragement and mindset building
• Celebrating small wins
• Helping kids feel seen and capable

Restoring confidence can unlock academic growth faster than you think.

3. They’re Doing Fine in Class… But You Know They Could Do Better

Even kids who aren’t technically “struggling” might not be reaching their full potential. Some students need:

• More challenge
• Better study skills
• Test prep strategies
• Personalized feedback they don’t get in large classes

Our tutors help students go from good to great by pushing them just enough with the support to back it up.

4. You’ve Noticed Gaps After Remote or Hybrid Learning

The pandemic left many students with skill gaps especially in math, writing, and executive functioning.

If your child seems overwhelmed, behind, or inconsistent in performance, tutoring can:

• Fill in foundational gaps
• Rebuild learning stamina
• Help re-establish a healthy academic rhythm

We’ve worked with hundreds of Tri-State families to recover lost progress and build momentum moving forward.

5. You Just Don’t Have the Time or Tools to Help

Even the most involved parents can struggle to keep up with evolving curriculum or tight schedules.

That’s where we come in.

Whiz Kidz offers:

• In-home tutoring for convenience
• Virtual sessions for flexibility
• Subject-specific support
• Coaches for executive functioning and study skills

We help you support your child without adding to your plate.

Choosing the Right Tutor for Your Child

Once you recognize the signs, the next step is finding a tutor who’s the right match. Look for:

• Experience with your child’s grade level and subjects
• A teaching style that fits your child’s learning style
• A track record of working with students who have IEPs, 504s, or test anxiety (if applicable)
• Flexibility in schedule and delivery (in-home or online)

At Whiz Kidz, we hand-match every family with a tutor who fits both academically and personally because great learning happens when kids feel understood.

Final Thoughts

If your child is frustrated, falling behind, or just not feeling confident, a private tutor could be the turning point. At Whiz Kidz Tutoring, we provide flexible, compassionate, and effective private tutoring for kids across the Tri-State Area helping students thrive at every level.

Contact Whiz Kidz Tutoring today to schedule a free consultation and discover how we can support your child’s success in school and beyond.