Gifted students often work at different paces across subjects and benefit from instruction tailored to their specific strengths and interests. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to dive deeper into topics that spark curiosity, address gaps in foundational skills, and challenge students at the right level—something difficult to do in a classroom with an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. This targeted approach helps gifted learners stay engaged and build confidence in challenging material.

Gifted students often struggle with perfectionism, managing multiple advanced courses, and staying motivated when material feels too easy or too hard. Some face social-emotional challenges or difficulty with organizational skills despite strong academic ability. Others need support translating their ideas into written work or collaborating effectively in group projects. Personalized tutoring can address these specific challenges while keeping students intellectually engaged.

During the first session, a tutor will get to know your student—their strengths, interests, learning style, and specific goals. They'll assess current skill levels in relevant subjects, discuss any challenges or gaps, and learn about the student's gifted program curriculum. This foundation allows the tutor to create a personalized plan that aligns with your student's needs and accelerates progress from the very first lesson.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors familiar with the curriculum and expectations of Dayton's 29 school districts. Whether your student is in a district gifted program or advanced track, tutors can align their instruction with your student's specific coursework, standards, and academic goals while providing enrichment and acceleration when needed.

Absolutely. Gifted students often need specialized support in advanced math, writing, reading comprehension, or science concepts. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in the specific subjects your student is taking, whether that's pre-algebra or advanced literature. This targeted expertise ensures your student gets the depth and challenge they need to thrive.

Progress looks different for each student. For some, it's improved grades on challenging assignments or standardized tests; for others, it's deeper understanding of complex concepts, stronger writing, or increased confidence in class participation. Your tutor will establish clear goals in the first session and track progress through regular feedback, so you can see measurable improvement in the areas that matter most to your student.

Frequency depends on your student's goals and needs. Some gifted students benefit from weekly sessions to stay challenged and supported across multiple advanced courses, while others do well with bi-weekly or monthly check-ins for specific projects or concepts. Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your student's workload and goals, and you can adjust as needed throughout the year.