At Top IB Tutors, our objective is to provide effective, efficient and convenient tutoring solutions for IB students. As the IB is a global curriculum, we have tutors based all around the world covering all timezones. We also have two service offerings that cater to student’s different needs.
Academic Service Offering
Who are the academic tutors?
At Top IB Tutors, our academic IB tutors are some of the best IB tutors in the world.. Each of our tutors is a International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma graduate, consistently demonstrating extraordinary academic excellence. To give you an idea of the standard we uphold, the average IB Diploma Programme (DP) score among our tutors is an impressive 43 out of 45, placing them comfortably within the top percentile of IB students worldwide.
Our tutors aren't just academically talented. Every tutor who teaches a subject has achieved the a minimum grade of a 7. Many of our tutors are pursuing the subjects they teach at university as well.
Our tutors are selected through a highly competitive process—currently, we accept only about 5% of the hundreds of applications we receive. Our rigorous selection criteria ensure that only the most gifted candidates make it through our comprehensive application filter. Following this initial screening, each prospective tutor undergoes a thorough interview process designed to assess their interpersonal abilities, communication skills, and passion for education.
The result is a team of incredibly well-rounded individuals. Many of our tutors graduated at the top of their classes, including valedictorians, scholarship winners, and students ranked within the top 1% globally in their respective subjects.
Why choose an a academic tutor with Top IB Tutors?
By achieving such a high score in the IB, these tutors have become experts in the curriculum. They truly know what it takes, from the perspective of a student, to do well in the IB. They have mastered the intricacies, challenges, and hidden tips that can only come from firsthand experience. Further, our tutors are all recent graduates or have been tutoring for many years. They intimately understand what is required from the course.
As our tutors tend to be closer in age to the students they are teaching, they are able to connect more authentically with students, fostering genuine mentorship relationships built on trust and shared understanding. Unlike traditional teachers, our tutors are viewed by students as relatable peers. Our tutors provide not just subject support but can guide students through the entire IB DP, giving advice on Extended Essays, CAS and university entrance requirements.
Furthermore, opting for academic tutors is typically more affordable than engaging conventional educators, providing exceptional value without compromising quality. With Top IB Tutors, students gain mentors who inspire confidence, nurture academic success, and truly understand what it takes to thrive in the IB Diploma.
How much does it cost?
The cost of tutoring with an academic tutor costs:
- $50 USD per hour for IB PYP or MYP tutoring
- $60 USD per hour for IB DP tutoring
Discounts are available if you purchase lessons in bulk. See our pricing page for the available discounts.
❗Check out Stacey’s experience, who got a score of 44 in 2024 working with Top IB Tutor’s academic tutors.
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Professional Service Offering
Who are the professional tutors?
Our professional tutors are current or retired qualified IB educators. They are seasoned professionals who have dedicated their entire careers to helping students thrive within the International Baccalaureate framework. From subject specialists to former principals and heads of department, our professional teachers bring decades of classroom experience and a deep understanding of the IB curriculum, assessment standards, and what it takes for students to succeed at the highest level.
Our recruitment team actively seeks out the most accomplished IB educators from around the world. Every professional teacher who joins Top IB Tutors is carefully vetted through a rigorous interview and verification process—we meticulously review their qualifications, teaching background, and proven track record of student success.
Many of our professional teachers also have experience marking internal assessments and exams.
Why choose a professional tutor with Top IB Tutors?
There are many reasons why some families prefer to opt for our professional service over our academic tutors:
- Mastery of the IB curriculum: qualified teachers have a deep understanding of the content of the IB as well as how students are assessed. Further they are always abreast of any changes to the curriculum
- Strategic exam preparation: seasoned IB educators bring a wealth of strategic insight into exam preparation, equipping students with techniques honed through years of guiding others through similar challenges.
- Ability to work with diverse student abilities: qualified IB teachers have the experience and adaptability to effectively teach students of all ability levels.
- Expert perspective for Internal Assessments (IAs): IAs require significant time and research, and qualified IB teachers offer expert guidance on topic selection, structure, and assessment criteria—often drawing from their own experience marking IAs. This ensures students stay on track and align their work with what examiners are actually looking for.
- Proven track record of success: long-standing history of helping students achieve top scores and reach their academic goals. With years of classroom teaching and one-on-one tutoring behind them, they’ve guided countless IB students to 6s, 7s, and full 45s—consistently delivering results that speak for themselves.
- Mentorship from a professional: private tutoring with qualified IB teachers offers students personalised guidance that goes beyond academics, fostering strong study habits, motivation, and long-term success. These educators act as mentors, shaping not just grades but a student’s overall academic trajectory and confidence.
- Pedagogical training: professional teachers are trained not just in content delivery but in how to teach. This means they can structure sessions effectively, differentiate instruction, and employ a range of proven teaching methodologies tailored to the individual student. Academic tutors, while knowledgeable, often lack this structured approach to instruction.
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Mentorship from a professional
In traditional classroom environments, IB teachers often face limitations in providing one-on-one attention due to large class sizes and tight schedules. Private tutoring with qualified IB teachers, however, offers students a unique opportunity to establish deeper, more meaningful connections. These sessions extend beyond simple academic instruction, allowing educators to act as mentors, shaping students’ academic habits, work ethic, and long-term goals. Through tailored advice and personalized guidance, a qualified IB tutor can significantly impact a student's overall academic trajectory, laying the foundation for continued success in higher education and beyond. This personalized mentorship transforms tutoring from mere academic support into a profound developmental experience that prepares students for lifelong achievement.
How much does it cost?
The cost of tutoring with an professional tutor costs:
- $70 USD per hour for IB PYP or MYP tutoring
- $80 USD per hour for IB DP tutoring
Discounts are available if you purchase lessons in bulk. See our pricing page for the available discounts.
How can I organise a tutor?
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