Math Tutor

Background

A math tutor helps students understand mathematical concepts and improve their problem-solving skills through one-on-one or small group lessons. They explain difficult topics in different ways, set homework, mark work, and track student progress. Tutors might work independently, for tutoring companies, or within schools, helping students at various levels from primary through to exam preparation.

Similar Roles

Lessons to help you on this path

Next Step Roles

Secondary School Math Teacher→Head of Mathematics Department→Education Manager→Curriculum Developer

Publications

Mathematics TeachingThe Mathematical Gazette

Books

The Art of Teaching MathematicsHow to Solve ItMindset: The New Psychology of Success

Movies

Stand and DeliverThe Fundamentals of Caring

Key Figures

Carol DweckJo BoalerKhan (Sal Khan)Paul Erdős

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference510.71, 371.1For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Mathematics TutorMaths TutorPrivate Math InstructorMathematics Coach

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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