Good at school? Turn your knowledge into hourly income.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Whiteboard + markers (for in-person) | $10-25 |
| Printed practice worksheets | $0-10 |
| Business cards or flyers | $10-25 |
| Laptop + internet (if tutoring online) | $0 |
| Total | $20-60 |
Pick 1-3 subjects you are strong in and enjoy teaching. Math, science, and test prep (SAT/ACT) are the highest-demand, highest-paying subjects. But any subject works if you are good at it.
Start at $20-30/hour for standard subjects, $30-50/hour for test prep or advanced subjects. Check what tutors charge in your area on sites like Wyzant. Price competitively to start, raise as demand grows.
List your subjects, your qualifications (AP scores, grades, test scores), your availability, and your approach. Parents want to know you are smart AND that you can actually teach their kid.
Ask your parents to mention your tutoring to their friends and colleagues with kids. Parent networks are the #1 referral source for tutors. One satisfied parent can send you 3-5 new students.
Let your teachers know you tutor. They constantly get asked "do you know a tutor?" and will send students your way. Some schools also have tutoring boards where you can post.
After each session, send parents a quick text: "We covered [topic] today. [Student] is improving on [skill]. Next session we will work on [next topic]." This transparency is why parents keep paying.
1-hour session in a core subject (math, English, science). Weekly sessions most common.
SAT, ACT, AP exam prep. Higher demand and higher rates. Multi-session packages sell well.
Per student for groups of 2-4. Lower rate per student but higher total hourly rate for you.
Copy these templates, fill in your details, and start marketing today. Every template is tested and proven.
STRUGGLING IN [SUBJECT]? Let's fix that. [Your Name] -- Local Tutor Subjects: [List subjects] Grades: [Grade range] Availability: [Days/times] First session 50% off. Call/Text: [Phone] [Your GPA/Test Scores]
Hi [Town] parents! I'm a [Grade/Year] student offering tutoring in [subjects]. I scored [test score/GPA] and love helping students build confidence in tough subjects. In-person or Zoom, $[rate]/hour. First session is half price! DM me to schedule.
"Hi [Teacher Name], I've been tutoring students in [subject] and really enjoy it. If any of your students or their parents ever ask about tutoring, would you be willing to pass along my name? Here's my card with my contact info."
TUTOR AVAILABLE [Name] -- [Grade/Year] Student Subjects: [List] Rates: From $[Price]/hour "[Student] went from a C to an A-!" -- Satisfied parent Text [Number] to book.