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How to hire a tutor: exam preparation, subject, format

Updated 20 October 2026

The goal of the lessons decides the choice of tutor

Raising marks, preparing for final exams or entrance tests, bringing the basics up to level after a break, or mastering a competition syllabus are different tasks. A good exam-preparation tutor may not suit a weaker child who needs the basics patiently rebuilt. So say at once what you want from the lessons.

Also decide on the format: online or in person, at the tutor's place or at home. In-person lessons suit younger children, while online widens your choice and saves travel time.

Keep the student's level in mind. For a Year 9 pupil in maths it is important to know where the gaps are: algebra, geometry or word problems. A good tutor starts with a diagnosis, not with exercises. Write what the marks are now and what causes the difficulty, so that the right professionals reply.

What to include in the request

• Subject — maths, English, French, chemistry;
• Year — which year or level;
• Goal of the lessons — exam preparation, raising marks, competitions;
• Pay — how much you are ready to pay per lesson;
• Place — area or online;
• Schedule — how many times a week and how long;
• Duration — for the school year, for a few months;
• Tutor's experience — preparing for this exact exam, or other requirements.

Example: “Kuala Lumpur, or online. A maths tutor is needed for a Year 9 student, preparing for the final exams. Lessons 2 times a week, 60 minutes each, up to RM 24 per lesson, for the school year. Experience preparing students for final exams preferred.”

How it works on BlaBlaPrice

You describe the task on the home page in your own words, the site checks the request and suggests what to add. Tutors reply in the chat: they tell you about their experience, method, hourly rate and free slots. You compare and choose, and only the chosen tutor sees your contacts. More on the page “How it works”.

How to choose and check

Ask how many students they have prepared for the exam, what results they achieved and which syllabus they follow. Ask for a trial lesson: children quickly sense whether they enjoy working with the teacher. See whether the tutor explains clearly rather than just handing out tasks.

Agree in advance on payment for missed lessons, rescheduling, homework and feedback for parents. It helps when the tutor shows progress on practice tests.

Don't forget to discuss who provides the materials: textbooks, workbooks, practice tests and an online whiteboard.

If you are a tutor looking for students

Register as a service provider on BlaBlaPrice, choose the category and your city, and requests will come in. Write about your subject, experience and format. Also look at vacancies for a teacher and a translator.