5
Sep
Due diligence in private tutoring placements
Categories: Education, Expat, Home Education, Teaching, Tutors International Comments 0
Once again, a family has contacted me in tears because a private tutor placed with them by another company has been a disaster. Then the agency neglected to provide the ongoing support all parents and tutors should expect, and prompt remedial action if it transpires that the placement is not going as well as planned...read more.
13
Jul
A Peril of Politeness
Categories: Education, Random, Teaching, Travel, Tutors International Comments 1
Recently I have been writing to ALL applicants for a particular position to inform them that a position is now closed, so that they do not wonder about the outcome of their application. I am writing to let you know that we have now finished recruiting for the MON 0416 position and the successful finalist..read more.
3
May
Do you need a tutor? How increased one-to-one attention can resolve a multitude of issues.
Categories: Education, Expat, Home Education, Ideas, Inspiration, Teaching, Travel, Tutors International Comments 1
Some children have very specific learning issues and difficulties that are easier to identify, but then there are other children whose grades just seem to slip without warning, and it can be hard to pinpoint the cause. Often, the underlying reasons for poor academic performance or bad study habits can be effectively addressed by the..read more.