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Choosing the perfect preschool tutor in Singapore can be overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. After all, you need a discerning eye and considerable research to find one, which often takes experience that you might not have.
There are also many factors to consider, from qualifications and experience to personality and teaching style. To assist you in choosing the right tutor for your preschooler, I’ve compiled some tips for you to follow.
Take Your Child’s Personality Into Account
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Before you can decide on a tutor for your preschooler, you should evaluate their personality and take it into account during your search.
For example, some preschoolers respond well to a more disciplined approach, while others might prefer a more casual, relaxed interaction with their tutors. Your preschooler might also prefer to work with others, so you might want to consider sending them for group tuition.
This is to ensure that you choose a tutor that your preschooler can be comfortable with and learn from effectively.
Evaluate Teaching Methods
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Finding a tutor whose teaching style fits your preschooler is essential. This allows your preschooler to be better engaged in their lessons, and it encourages them to participate actively in class since they’re more engaged.
If you find a tutor whose teaching style does not mesh well with your preschooler, it might cause problems like:
1. Increased likelihood that students will become confused, frustrated and disengaged.
2. Some students might not be able to learn effectively.
3. Students might develop learning habits that don’t suit their learning style, which would affect their learning in the future.
4. It is slower and significantly less efficient.
Tutor’s Qualifications and Experience
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When selecting a tutor for your preschooler, always ensure that they have sufficient qualifications and experience. Especially since they will be working with your preschooler in their early childhood stages, which is a crucial development stage of life.
Here are some things to look out for in tutors’ resumes and portfolios
1. Academic qualifications (e.g. diploma or degree)
2. Prior experiences either in tutoring or working with young children
3. If they indicated in their portfolio that they enrolled in Singapore online programmes, you might want to look out for relevant courses.
Choose a Tutor Who Can Work Under Pressure
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Working with preschoolers can be highly challenging for tutors. This is because they will encounter stressful situations where they need to work under pressure and adapt and problem-solve on the fly.
For example, some preschoolers might have tantrum episodes, or some might have short attention spans and are unwilling to pay attention. Hence, you need to find tutors that are able to handle the challenges while still providing high-quality education.
Choose a Tutor Who is Within Your Budget
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Before deciding on a tutor, make sure that you choose one who fits within your budget. However, it can be difficult to find one that ‘fits the bill’ since tutors’ rates vary depending on their qualifications, experience, and the number of hours they are willing to commit.
Don’t be afraid to negotiate rates with potential tutors. Many are willing to work within your budget if they believe they are the right fit for the job.
Conclusion
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There is no definite solution to finding the perfect preschool tutor since it depends on circumstances and situations. However, by keeping these critical factors in mind, you can narrow your search and find a tutor who is a good match. Good luck!
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