How to Make Money as an Online Tutor/Teacher 

Being an online tutor is a great way to make money and help others improve their academic skills. There are many online tutoring platforms that you can sign up for, and each one has its own requirements. However, there are some general tips that you can follow to make sure you're successful as an online tutor. 

Find the right platform to work with 

One of the most important considerations, when you’re figuring out how to become an online tutor, is which platform to select. The right platform can make a big difference in your quality of life and level of income, but there are a lot of factors to consider: 

• Reputation 
• How much you earn per hour 
• Flexibility (when you work and how long you work) 
• Ease of use (how quickly can you get on board?) 

Decide what you want to teach 

Next up is to determine what subject you would like to teach. The most successful tutors tend to be those that have a passion for their chosen field and enjoy teaching others how to learn it as well. There are many easy ways to gauge the viability of your prospects, including: 

• Research whether there is actually a need in the market for your chosen subject. 
• Is there potential growth? 
• Is there a high demand for tutors in this subject? 

Write a profile 

• Be honest. This is your chance to make a first impression with students and the online tutoring company. If you exaggerate your experience or make up qualifications, you risk losing their trust early on. So be honest about who you are and what you can offer. 
  
  
• Be professional. Never use text-speak or abbreviations in your profile, it makes you look unprofessional and alienates parents looking for someone credible to help their child learn. Take time when writing your profile to present yourself in the best possible light, it's not hard if you are truthful about who you are and what skills you have to offer. 
  
  
• Add keywords for searchability reasons. There is an increasing amount of competition for tutors online, so putting some keywords into your description that will help people find you is always a good idea (such as 'English', 'Maths', 'Online Tutor' or even just your home town). 
  
  
• Get someone else to proofread it before submitting it. Your profile should always be checked over by someone else before it's published; they may spot something that seems obvious to them but has slipped past your eye! 
• Keep it up-to-date at all times - this means updating any qualifications, adding new subjects/keywords, and removing ones that no longer apply 

List your skills and experience 

Before you start looking for clients, make a complete list of your skills, qualifications and experience. Use this information to create a solid profile that you will use when applying to tutoring jobs. Here is some important information to include: 

• Tutoring certifications 
• University or college degree(s) 
• Languages spoken (if relevant) 
• Areas of expertise (for instance, math, chemistry, English or music) 
• Credentials or other proof of your expertise in the subject area(s) you're teaching 

Build up your reputation 

• Now that you understand where and how to go about finding students, it’s time to build the reputation which will bring those students. In order to do this, you need to be reliable, consistent, flexible, patient, and authentic. 
  
  
• Reliability is key. Students want someone who will show up on time for tutoring sessions and be available when they need teaching. Being late or missing class once in a while can happen but make sure you communicate with your student frequently as well as letting them know ahead of time if there is going to be a scheduling conflict or other issue. 
  
  
• Consistency is important as well including being consistent in your communications with your student as well as consistency in your methods of teaching. Stick with a schedule that works for both of you and try not to change things all the time unless there is a good reason for doing so. 
  
  
• Flexibility is also very important when it comes to tutoring online because each student has different needs and may work better with certain types of instruction than others or even have scheduling conflicts that require flexibility from the tutor. The ability to adapt easily will help ensure the success of both yourself and your student(s). 

Choose your rate 

One of the most important factors in determining the rate for your tutoring services is your expertise. Look at what others in your field are charging and set a competitive rate that is fair based on current market standards. That said, it's also important to consider whether you plan to make this a full-time or part-time job – if you're doing online tutoring as a side gig, then having rates that are lower than those offered by other tutors might be okay as long as they still allow you to earn enough money to reach your financial goals. 

If you want students who are willing and able to pay more money for your services, then setting higher rates might help attract them. But if attracting many students with lower fees is more appealing than attracting fewer students with higher fees, using low rates may be a better strategy overall. 

Set your hours each week 

Setting your schedule is a breeze. 

• Decide how many hours you can commit to each week. 
• Set your hours and availability on the platform, so that students will be able to book sessions with you. 
• Don’t over-commit to more than what’s comfortable. You control when you work, so there’s no pressure to sign up for more time than you can handle! 

Conclusion 

By following the steps above, you can make a great start at becoming a successful online tutor. Remember to be reliable, consistent, and flexible in your tutoring services and to market yourself well in order to attract students. And finally, set a competitive rate that is fair based on your expertise and the current market standards. With effort and dedication, you can build a prosperous career as an online tutor!