Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost for tutoring?

Our rate is $55/hr per hour for 1 student and $65 per hour for 2 students. Group rates are available.

Why consider online tutoring?

The vast majority of clients that try online tutoring find success. Our tutors have individualized their online delivery to suit the subject matter and their teaching style. Please read more helpful information regarding online tutoring on this link.

How long have you been in business?

Since 1983

Do you provide tutors only in Vancouver?

We provide tutors throughout Metro Vancouver: Abbotsford, Aldergrove, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Cloverdale, Coquitlam, Delta, Fort Langley, Horseshoe Bay, Ladner, Langley, Maple Ridge, Mission, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Port Moody, Richmond, Steveston, Surrey, Tsawwassen, Vancouver, White Rock, West Vancouver.

What is the minimum length of a tutoring session?

One hour

Do you provide tutoring in your office?

No, tutoring is mostly online or in the client’s home, although some of our tutors will tutor in their own homes or at a mutual location such as a library (please note we have limited availability for in-person tutoring).

Do you provide tutoring during the summer?

Yes. Many of our tutors are available during the summer.

Are your tutors qualified?

Yes, they are. Our tutors have education degrees and/or a master’s degree or PhD related to their teaching subjects.

Are your tutors currently teaching?

Most of our tutors are teaching full or part-time, or are teachers on call. Some are retired.

Have your tutors been through the Government Criminal Record checks?

Yes. All of our tutors are required to do this before joining our service.

Do you tutor students who are taking correspondence (distance education) courses?

Yes. We also tutor students who are home-schooled or who are taking online courses.

Can you bill third-party funding organizations for tutoring?

Yes, we work with ICBC, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) – Autism Funding Programs, First Nations Bands and other funding organizations. They provide funds to us for our tutors work and you do not have to pay the tutors directly.

How do I make payments?

You pay the tutor directly, at the beginning of each session, by cash or cheque.

Do I have to sign a contract?

No. Tutors are paid on a session by session basis. Please find some useful information about our policies here: Client Information Sheet.

What is your cancellation policy?

If it is necessary to cancel an appointment, at least 24 hours notice must be given or the hourly fee will be charged.

Does the tutor come to my home?

In-person tutors usually travel to client’s home, but not always. The client or tutor may prefer a place/venue like a nearby public library or community center. Please discuss directly with your tutor to choose the place that is best for both parties.

Do you charge GST?

No, we don’t

It’s easy to find a tutor
with TTS.

Teachers’ Tutoring Service wants to help you make the best match possible between tutor and student. It is easy to connect: just fill in our form and we will email you a list of available tutors for your area and requested subject.

You will have the opportunity to correspond with the tutors and choose which one is right for your student and your family schedule. Each tutor contact sent to you has a brief biography to give you an idea of the tutor’s qualifications and experience. Tutors are qualified to teach in BC, have tutoring experience and a good knowledge of the curriculum.

It’s easy to find a tutor with TTS.

It’s easy to find a tutor
with TTS.