Also called: Tutor, Test-Prep Instructor
Helps students understand physics and math one-on-one or in small groups.
You meet a student after school, figure out exactly where they're stuck on forces or calculus, and work through problems until it clicks. Many tutors work online and set their own hours.
Hourly rates vary widely; many tutors work part-time.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No formal requirement; strong subject knowledge. Many are college students.
Ways in: Self-taught, On-the-job training, 4-year college. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Physics, Mathematics, Education.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years).
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI tutors now explain physics and math step by step for free; fewer paid tutors, mostly for motivation and test prep.
Age 14+. One way to start: Tutor younger students in math or physics; ask teachers, parents or your school's tutoring program
Classes: AP Physics, AP Calculus.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-3041.
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