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I Want to Register as a Tutor: In-Person Tutoring | Email and Live Online Tutoring

1) What is email tutoring??

Email tutoring is an alternative approach for students and tutors to conduct tutoring sessions by email. When you register as an email tutor, the letter "E" is placed on top of your profile. Students searching for an email tutor will contact you and send you their questions or assignments.

2) What is live online tutoring?

Live Online tutoring is another approach for students and tutors to conduct tutoring sessions through the use of online messaging platforms. With today's technology, tutors are not restricted to use a specific online tutoring platform presented by a third party who collects a fee for providing such service. Many instant messaging platforms including our favorites Microsoft Netmeeting or MSN Messenger feature many tools such as live audio, video, file sharing, application sharing and whiteboard. They are free to download and easy to use. You can conduct tutoring sessions with anyone anywhere using these platforms providing that your students have the same platform.

3) How do email/online tutoring work ?

When you register as an email/online tutor, students will be able to see the letters "E" for email tutoring and/or "O" for live online tutoring in your profile. They will contact you by email requesting your services. You must be prompt to reply to these requests.

4) How do I register as an email and/or online tutor?

Click on “Register as a Tutor” or “Be a Tutor” anywhere on the web site. When filling out the registration form, check the appropriate boxes for email and/or online tutoring.

5) How do students know that I can provide tutoring live onlline and/or by eamil?

Your profile will be highlighted by the letter “E” for email tutoring, and the letter "O" for live online tutoring.

6) Is email/online tutoring conducted through TutorNation.com?

No. Although the initial tutoring requests will be forwarded to you by TutorNation.com, you respond directly to the student and independently arrange your tutoring sessions.

7) How much are tutors expected to earn for email/online tutoring?

Hourly fees set by each tutor depend on the tutor's qualifications and the subjects they teach. Usually, hourly fees for email/online tutoring are slightly lower than in-person tutoring. Beginning tutors and college students' average income is about $20 per hour. Certified teachers and professional tutors may charge up to $50 per hour or more for their services.

8) How will I be paid for email/online tutoring?

You arrange payment methods directly with your student. You might want to ask your students to pay for your services online (e.g. Paypal), by check, or by money order.

9) Should I charge the student prior to or after the email/onlline tutoring sessions?

This is up to you. It might be a good idea to conduct your first tutoring session free of charge to build a trust between you and your student. After that, you and your student can arrange and agree on how you’d like to be paid.

10) Can I register both as an in-person tutor and email/online tutor?

Yes, You have the choice to register as either one or both.

11) What is the registration fee for email/online tutoring?

The registration fee for email/online tutoring option is only $65 per year.

12) Am I obligated to renew my registration after it expires?

No. You will be given the option to renew or cancel your account.

13) What are the payment options?

You may pay by credit card (e.g. Visa, Mastercard, American Express), through our secure server. All transactions are conducted in real time and you will get confirmation while you wait.

14) How do I update my profile?

Click on "Tutor Login" anywhere on the web site. Enter your "User Name" and "Password" and update your information by following the instructions. You may update your information as often as necessary. As a registered member, you will also have access to information on students in need of a tutor in your area.