In a classroom of 23-24 students, teachers have limited time to address individual learning gaps or adapt explanations to each student's pace. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses entirely on your student's specific challenges—whether that's understanding a concept, organizing their approach to assignments, or building confidence in problem-solving. A tutor can identify exactly where confusion starts and fill those gaps before homework becomes overwhelming.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in the core subjects 10th graders need support with—English, math, science, and social studies. Whether your student needs help understanding a concept before tackling an assignment or wants to review completed work, tutors can provide targeted support tailored to the specific subject and assignment type.

The first session focuses on understanding your student's current challenges, learning style, and goals. The tutor will likely review recent homework or assignments to identify specific areas where your student struggles, then work through a problem or concept together to establish a baseline and build rapport. This helps the tutor create a personalized plan for future sessions that directly addresses your student's needs.

The opposite is true. Effective tutoring teaches students strategies and builds confidence so they can tackle assignments independently. Tutors focus on explaining the 'why' behind solutions, teaching problem-solving approaches, and helping students develop organizational skills—all of which transfer directly to homework they do on their own. Over time, students typically need less support as they internalize these strategies.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who are familiar with California state standards and the specific curriculum used across Murrieta's school districts. They understand grade-level expectations for 10th grade and can align their support with what your student is learning in class, making tutoring a natural extension of classroom instruction rather than something disconnected.

Look for concrete signs like improved assignment grades, fewer incomplete or missing assignments, faster completion times, and increased confidence when tackling new problems. You might also notice your student asking better questions or explaining their thinking more clearly. Most families see noticeable improvement within 3-4 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when the tutor and student work on specific, measurable goals.

Start by telling Varsity Tutors about your student's specific homework challenges, preferred subjects, and schedule. We'll connect you with an expert tutor who's a good fit for your student's needs and location. Most families meet with a tutor within a few days, and you can adjust the frequency and focus of sessions based on how homework demands change throughout the school year.