Home Tutor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An educational role that assesses students' individual learning needs one-on-one and provides instruction at home or online. Supports academic improvement and exam preparation.
Description
Home tutors primarily provide individual instruction, assessing each student's learning situation, selecting materials and creating learning plans suited to their level of understanding and goals, and conducting lessons. They support academic improvement and exam preparation through progress management and reinforcement of weak areas, and also handle reports and consultations with parents. Common instruction locations are the student's home or online, and duties also include material preparation, schedule management, contract procedures, and fee management.
Future Outlook
Even amid market shrinkage due to declining birthrates, demand for exam preparation and personalized learning remains high, with increased utilization of online home tutoring expected.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Keen Observer / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched Instructor / Home Visit Instruction / Online / Self-Employed
Career Path
Cram School Instructor → Learning Support Coordinator → Education Consultant → Learning Cram School Owner
Required Skills
Instructional Skills / Learning Plan Development / Material Creation / Subject Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Psychology / Communication Skills / IT Tool Utilization (Online Education) / Motivation Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to vary teaching methods according to the student's personality and level of understanding. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with students and parents is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continually adapt to a wide range of learning content. |
| Planning & Organization | Need to design and adjust students' learning plans. |
| Problem Solving | To analyze students' difficulties and present solutions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk-based with low physical demands. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Primarily individual instruction with minimal teamwork. |
Related Qualifications
- Teaching License
Aliases
- Individual Instruction Tutor
- Private Tutor
Related Jobs
- Cram School Instructor
- Learning Coach
- Online Home Tutor
- School Teacher