Tutoring in Markham
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Typical price: CA$25–CA$1,700
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Tutoring prices in Markham
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single session One 60-minute one-on-one lesson | CA$25 | CA$45 | CA$85 |
| Monthly (1 hour/week) Four weekly sessions per month | CA$100 | CA$180 | CA$340 |
| Semester support (weekly, ~15 weeks) One hour a week across a semester | CA$380 | CA$680 | CA$1,300 |
| Exam-prep package (20 hours) Intensive block for provincial exams or SAT | CA$500 | CA$900 | CA$1,700 |
How to hire a tutoring pro in Canada
- Ask for a criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening — the standard check for anyone working with minors in Canada
- Match the tutor to your provincial curriculum (Ontario, BC, Alberta etc. differ meaningfully)
- For premium needs, look for provincially certified teachers (e.g. OCT in Ontario) — they charge more but know the assessment rubrics
- Take references and run a paid trial lesson
- Agree online vs in-person rates and cancellation terms in writing
- Set a baseline and monthly progress notes
Tutoring is unregulated across Canada; each province sets its own curriculum, so match the tutor to your province's system. Certified teachers (e.g. Ontario College of Teachers members) command premium rates, and a vulnerable-sector police check is the standard safeguard for minors.
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Frequently asked questions
Should a tutor set homework between sessions?
Yes — 20-40 minutes of targeted practice between weekly sessions roughly doubles the value of each paid hour. A tutor who never sets or reviews independent work is selling you company, not progress.
Is online tutoring as effective as in-person?
For most secondary-level subjects, yes — shared whiteboards and screen sharing work well, and you get a wider tutor pool at lower rates. Younger children (under ~10) and hands-on subjects usually do better in person, where the tutor can manage attention directly.
Should I hire a certified teacher or a university student as a tutor?
Certified teachers cost 50-100% more and are worth it for exam technique, marking insight and struggling students. A strong university student who recently aced the same exam is often better value for motivated students who mainly need practice and explanation.
What is a fair cancellation policy for tutoring?
24 hours' notice with one free reschedule per month is standard. Be wary of tutors or agencies that charge full price for illness with notice, or demand a full term's fees up front with no refund clause.
How do I know the tutoring is actually working?
Set a baseline in week one (a recent test or past paper score), ask the tutor for a short written note after each month, and re-test with a comparable paper every 6-8 weeks. Judge on evidence, not on whether your child says the sessions are fine.
What do tutors charge in Canada?
Typically CAD 25-85/hr: high-school students charge $25-40, university students $35-55, and certified teachers $50-85+. Online sessions run about 20% below in-person.
Does French tutoring cost more in Canada?
French immersion support and core French tutoring often carry a 10-25% premium outside Quebec because qualified francophone tutors are scarce. In Quebec the premium flips to English tutoring in some regions.
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