When beginning a tutoring session, students should be prepared physically and emotionally. Anticipating and resolving physical needs ahead of time will prevent distractions and wasted time during a tutoring session. The student should be well-rested, have a snack, use the restroom, and get a drink before tutoring starts. In addition to personal comfort, it is important to consider the physical needs of a tutoring session. Make sure there is a comfortable place to work that will be largely free of distractions, and that all necessary materials are available.
In addition to these commonsense preparations, there are other considerations. Emotional preparation is a bit more difficult to accomplish for students, but it is equally important for effective tutoring. Students should strive to be relaxed. Beginning a tutoring session with feelings of anxiety or stress can greatly affect the tutoring session. While good tutors will have the ability to overcome natural feelings of stress or discouragement, if it is at all possible, upsetting situations prior to a tutoring session should be avoided.
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