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How can I make my tutor ad more visible?

The more complete and detailed your ad, the more credibility it will have with students and the higher up the lists it will rise. Here are some tips:

The title of your ad must be more than 12 words.

Write down at least 40 words in the "Teaching" and "Experiences" sections of your ad;

Do not forget to validate your phone number and your email address by clicking verify;

Add your qualifications to the site in the form of a diploma or certificate;

Add a clear, portrait photo to your ad;

Ask your friends, family, and former students to leave you a recommendation;

Add a video to your ad, it's a real plus!

You also need to be as responsive as possible to the lesson requests you receive. The faster you answer, even if it's to decline the request, the higher your profile will be ranked. 👍

Have your Superprof students leave reviews on your profile. You can leave a review for them too a week after the lesson has been accepted. If you do an automatic email will be sent, inviting them to do the same.

And finally, take a look at our Pro Pass. 🎉

How do I Create my Own Tutor Advert?

Creating your tutor ad could not be simpler, just follow the step by step instructions on Superprof and fill out each section. Here are a few helpful tips to help make it as visible as possible to potential students, allowing them to find you:

Highlight your Strengths (your skills, your experience...)

Ask yourself why a potential client may choose you over another peer tutor. Explain what differentiates you and makes your private lessons exceptional. Explain your learning style and teaching methodology.

Tell your Story

Teaching is not just about passing on your knowledge; it is also about building a bond of trust with your students. Showing your human side is very important. Showing that you’re an interesting and thoughtful person, willing and capable of listening to others. Mention your hobbies, groups you’re part of, your travels, your past work experience, and successes in life.

Focus on the Benefits: What are you Providing to your Future Students?

Try to avoid technical terms difficult to comprehend. Also avoid bland or cliché phrases that do not detail what you will provide. For example, do not just say “I teach maths at all levels and for all abilities", mention the exact levels at which you teach (GCSE, A-level, Gmat, Sats, college etc.) as well as the exact topics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, etc.)

Include a Picture that Makes you Stand Out

Clear frontal photos of your face are an important way for students and teachers to learn about each other. You will increase the number of contacts you make 10 fold by adding a high quality, profile picture of yourself.

Review your Ad

An advertisement full of mistakes will not be taken seriously. Re-read your ad with a text editor and make a final review before publishing.

Why does Superprof ask Tutors to offer their First lesson for Free?

If you do not have a review from a Superprof student already, we require you to offer your first lesson for free. Even if you do have a review, Superprof recommends that you offer the first class for free because;

It allows you to make a connection with the student

The purpose of the first meeting is not to give a class to your pupil, but to get to know and understand what their needs are, set up a lesson plan and a teaching method that will allow your pupil to reach his/her goals.

It is a small investment for a greater reward

Offering one hour of your time for free to a student who may use your services all year and spread the word about your services is an excellent investment.

It reassures students

Students will contact you more frequently; it is more engaging for them.

What Form does the First Lesson Offered for Free Need to Take?

The first lesson offered for free is a chance for you and your student to get to know each other however, it does not have to be a formal lesson unless you and the student agree amongst yourselves to do so.

The first free lesson could be a discussion about your aims and objectives or your teaching methods for example, or it could be a trial lesson to assess the students ability.

Whatever form your free lesson takes, be sure to agree this with the student before hand, and make sure they understand what is being offered in this first meeting.

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How do I find a tutor?

It’s simple! Find your tutor through our search engine.

Choose your subject and yourcity or neighbourhood, and that’s it! You’ll be able to access thousands of our best tutors, who are available to give lessons near you or via webcam.

Once you have run the initial search, you’ll be able to filter it by level, price, distance, ...

When you have chosen a tutor, you can contact him or her by clicking on the "Book a lesson" button, found on the top right of the ad.

How can I be sure of the quality of the tutor?

Profile transparency

We ask our tutors to be as transparent as posible in their teaching ads and carefully detail their experience, methodology and resume.

Verification of their personal details and the information provided

We verify the identity, personal details (telephone number, e-mail address, photo) and university diploma of all of our tutors.

100% authentic reviews – The strength of the community

We verify all of the reviews and recommendations that our tutors receive to guarantee that they are 100% authentic. Only our members can leave reviews for our tutors. You can rest assured that our tutors are excellent, competent and available thanks to our community of millions of students!

Both their ratings (for example: 5/5) and their response time (for example: 1 hour) are displayed and refreshed in real time.

You can also see the tutor’s last connexion on Superprof so that you can check their recent activity on the site.

Recommendations from their former students and friends

The reviews and recommendations the tutors receive from their former students can give you an idea of the quality of their lessons and their teaching style.

How do I pay my tutor?

Payments can take whatever form you agree between yourself and the tutor: cash, PayPal, bank transfer etc.

Superprof are not involved in transactions, nor do we take commission.

What is your refund policy?

Refunds are given in certain circumstances. If the tutor accepts your request but turns out to be unavailable or unsuitable, you may be eligible for a refund. Send us an email at hey@superprof.com with proof that the lesson hasn't gone ahead. This evidence (it can be a screenshot of an email/SMS) is necessary in order to receive a refund of the Student Pass.

Is it free to create a tutor ad?

Advertising your private tutoring lessons is completely FREE on Superprof. Start your first tutoring job today! 😃

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I want to become a tutor, where do I start?

Asking yourself "how do I become a tutor?" or "How do I find tutoring jobs near me?" Well, you've come to the right place. Starting your very own tutoring job is very simple. In fact, by landing on this page you're already half way there. In just 10 minutes, you can create your online tutoring advert on Superprof, advertising lessons locally and via webcam. The only thing we ask is a little inspiration when creating your profile; to give a short description of your past experiences, whether or not you've tutored before, and add a friendly, clear photo of yourself.

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I’m a Student…. Can I Become a Tutor and give Private lessons?

Students are highly sought-after as tutors. Having recently finished or currently studying your chosen discipline, you have an ideal profile to give peer tutoring or mentoring from home, and homework support for school students.

In addition, students at university, TAFE or even some high school students often have versatile skill sets that enable them to offer courses to those who need help across a variety of subjects. Whether you’re a physics tutor, Spanish tutor, ESL teacher or biology tutor, everyone is welcome on Superprof :-).

Tutor jobs are great for students looking for part time teaching jobs or holiday work, summer tutoring jobs, or trying to juggle their studies with active social lives.

Issy, a Psychology student from NYU, has taught high school English and 1st year Psych classes since 2014. Students contact her and she helps them prepare for their exams, essay writing or uni assignments. She has made university report writing her specialty. Each month, these classes bring in more than $1000.

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What are the Benefits of Private Tutoring?

Working as a tutor has many advantages. From flexible hours, to great hourly pay, everyone can benefit from passing on their knowledge as a private tutor.

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What Qualifications Do I Need to Become a Private Tutor?

Qualifications are only one part of becoming a tutor. Experience and knowledge of your subject are equally as important, as is being a good communicator. Discover more about tutor qualifications in our dedicated blog.

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My address and mobile number are not accepted......can I still register as a tutor?

To become a face to face tutor, you must reside in one of the 27 countries Superprof is currently active. You cannot validate your address and mobile number outside of these countries. However, you can use Superprof to advertise online lessons anywhere in the world by placing a very generic address (L.A, USA, for example) and placing your number in the 'Fixed' space.

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How can I make my tutor ad more visible?

The more complete and detailed your ad, the more credibility it will have with students and the higher up the lists it will rise. Here are some tips:

The title of your ad must be more than 12 words.

Write down at least 40 words in the "Teaching" and "Experiences" sections of your ad;

Do not forget to validate your phone number and your email address by clicking verify;

Add your qualifications to the site in the form of a diploma or certificate;

Add a clear, portrait photo to your ad;

Ask your friends, family, and former students to leave you a recommendation;

Add a video to your ad, it's a real plus!

You also need to be as responsive as possible to the lesson requests you receive. The faster you answer, even if it's to decline the request, the higher your profile will be ranked. 👍

And finally, take a look at our Pro Pass. 🎉

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How do I Set my Rates for Tutorials

Setting your rates too high can scare students, and that includes rates that are too low, which may suggest incompetence. It is important to find a middle ground:

Look at how much other tutors ask for in your subject and in your city;

Adjust the price according to your degree, your skills, your experience ... and the hourly wage you think you deserve;

Adapt your tariff according to the type of students you wish to find - generally, the older a student is, the more money you can ask for;

Adapt your price according to the time for travel to reach the residence of the pupil and according to the duration of the session.

Finally, if your ad isn't attracting enough students, do not hesitate to edit your rates to find out what works for you and your students.

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How do I cancel my Pro Pass subscription

If you wish to cancel your Pro Pass subscription, please send us a short message (Paypal payments will need to be canceled via your PayPal account):

N.B. To make sure we can cancel your Pro Pass before the next payment is due, we will need 48 hours notice.

We hope to see you amongst our VIP teachers again soon! :-)

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How do I Create my Own Tutor Advert?

Highlight your Strengths (your skills, your experience...)

Tell your Story

Focus on the Benefits: What are you Providing to your Future Students?

Include a Picture that Makes you Stand Out

Review your Ad

An advertisement full of mistakes will not be taken seriously. Re-read your ad with a text editor and make a final review before publishing.

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What Subjects Can I Teach with Superprof?

At Superprof, we offer more than 1000 subjects across dozens of categories (sports/ academia/hobbies/music/etc.). You don’t necessarily have to be a qualified tutor to be an effective educator. For example, a professional pianist is obviously qualified to give piano lessons, but teaching involves much more than certification. It requires passion; love for your craft, enthusiasm and the ability to foster these attributes in your students. A piano teacher does not necessarily have to be a concert pianist, but they must have good ideas on how to become one and how to master the instrument and the music.

If you want to start english tutor jobs, you need to have mastered the language yourself, be fluent or bilingual and able to explain concepts in writing, grammar and accent reduction. You may also be required to teach your students the basics of culture and history of the countries where the language is spoken.

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Why does Superprof ask Tutors to offer their First lesson for Free?

It allows you to make a connection with the student

It is a small investment for a greater reward

Offering one hour of your time for free to a student who may use your services all year and spread the word about your services is an excellent investment.

It reassures students

Students will contact you more frequently; it is more engaging for them.

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What Form does the First Lesson Offered for Free Need to Take?

The first free lesson could be a discussion about your aims and objectives or your teaching methods for example, or it could be a trial lesson to assess the students ability.

Whatever form your free lesson takes, be sure to agree this with the student before hand, and make sure they understand what is being offered in this first meeting.

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Why be Responsive to Lesson Requests?

If your tutor listing interests a potential student, Superprof will automatically send you an email/SMS to let you know that a student wants to take a class with you.

Be reactive!

Some students contact several tutors at once to be sure to find a perfect fit. The longer you wait to answer them, the more likely it is that the will find another teacher in the meantime...

The more responsive you are, the more Superprof will improve the visibility of your ad (reactivity is part of Superprof's selection criteria).

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How do I Find Pupils for Private Lessons?

Target your ads

If you give classes in several subjects (eg maths & english), create as many ads as you have subject areas. This will allow your classes to be more targeted (only indicate your maths experience in the maths ad ...) and adapt your rates according to the subject taught.

Carry out some testing

If few students contact you, increase or decrease your rates and / or change the title of your ad and / or profile picture and see what happens.

Talk about yourself

Share your Superprof ads on social networks, on specialized sites or on classified ads sites. Ask your baker, pharmacist, neighborhood association or your other students if they know someone who is looking for a tutor. The more you talk about yourself, the quicker you'll find students.

Our Pro Pass

If this is not enough, subscribe to the professional offer. For a fee of $9 per month (or $69 per year), the score of your ad will increase by 100 points, giving your ad more visibility. If you have friends who are looking for someone, do not hesitate to tell them about Superprof and insert a Superprof link on social networks and your personal website. Increasing awareness of the site will bring more prospects to all.

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How Do I Prepare for a Private Tutorial?

There are as many ways of organizing a class as there are professors - not to mention that the organization of the course depends on the needs and objectives of the student.

Here is a tried and tested course structure:

Correct the exercises and review the material from the previous class (5-10 min)

This is a great way to test your students and make sure that they don't forget the material seen before.

Review the current lesson (15-20 min)

To know which points are most crucial for the student, it is a good idea to have them review the class. Ask them to describe what they have learnt, what do they mean, and can they expand on less assimilated points.

Practice exercises (20-30 min)

Understanding a course is good, but knowing how to apply your knowledge as part of a problem, an exercise or in real life is better. Have your student do as many exercises as possible.

Take stock (5-10 minutes)

Ask your pupil to make sure they understand the notions seen during the session.

Allocate homework

So your student does not forget everything from one week to the next, allocate some exercises to allow them to revise the most important notions as well as those in which they still have some difficulties.

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How Do I Motivate My Students?

Find out how to motivate students when starting your own tutoring jobs at home with our dedicated blog on the subject.

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What Are the Signs of a Fraudulent Student?

Rest assured, we regularly monitor suspicious accounts and do our best to make sure every student and tutor is legitimate, whilst maintaining an open trust within our community.

Here are few signs that the student may not be legitimate:

-They are sporadic with contact and only contact you about payment;

-They offer a check for a high amount and ask to be refunded the difference;

-They mention a lawyer or caregiver;

-Their address does not appear on the map or they say they are out of the country.

If unsure, feel free to send an email to hey@superprof.com

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