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Where can I advertise myself as a tutor?

Tracy Yun, MBA
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Tracy Yun is the founder and CEO of Manhattan Elite Prep in New York, New York. With over 14 years of experience in test preparation and admissions consulting, Tracy specializes in managing educational service firms which offer test preparation classes and tutoring courses for SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, LSAT, MCAT, GRE and GMAT. They also offer K-12 homeschooling services as well as college and graduate school admissions consulting and language, computer, and career training. Tracy graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Economics from California Lutheran University and holds her MBA from Columbia University Business School.

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Simple word of mouth can be a great way to advertise your tutoring services.

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What should I do during my first meeting with a new client?

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Alexander Ruiz is an Educational Consultant and the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, a tutoring business based in Claremont, California that provides customizable educational plans, subject and test prep tutoring, and college application consulting. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a BA in Psychology from Florida International University and an MA in Education from Georgia Southern University.

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You have two stakeholders when you're tutoring: the parents and the student. It's important to sit down with them at your first meeting and discuss their goals. The parents may be looking for one thing, and the student may want another thing, so it's good to hash this stuff out early. Next, you should give the client some form of assessment. This could be a simple math quiz, or a reading test. You need this assessment to determine where your student is starting out in terms of what they know. This is one of the best ways to track progress!

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How can I advertise my tutoring services online?

Tracy Yun, MBA
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Tracy Yun is the founder and CEO of Manhattan Elite Prep in New York, New York. With over 14 years of experience in test preparation and admissions consulting, Tracy specializes in managing educational service firms which offer test preparation classes and tutoring courses for SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, LSAT, MCAT, GRE and GMAT. They also offer K-12 homeschooling services as well as college and graduate school admissions consulting and language, computer, and career training. Tracy graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Economics from California Lutheran University and holds her MBA from Columbia University Business School.

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I would recommend making a website so potential clients can see what services you offer and read positive reviews about your business. I might also read books about digital marketing or take a class to boost your knowledge of online advertising.

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Could a young teenager become a tutor?

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Yes. A young teenager can become a tutor or start his buisness if he/she is an expert or master in the subject matter.

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Can I make money tutoring, and how?

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Yes you can, just simply start tutoring in a subject you are good at and charge people per hour. This way you earn extra money and the person you are tutoring gets help, so it's a win-win all round.

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Can I become a tutor without a degree?

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Yes, but it may be harder to prove that you are qualified. If you have experience that can substitute a degree, make sure that it is known to your potential clients.

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What kind of equipment do I need to be a tutor?

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A tutor may need paper, pens, textbooks and other supplies depending on the subject being taught.

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How can I teach children a subject if I live in a different country?

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You can provide online lessons through Skype or other video conferencing apps.

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How do I make a profile for my tutoring business?

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You can create your tutoring profile on a website like KidoServ which connects parents with tutoring service providers. You can share your profile link on social media to get maximum exposure for your business.

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When advertising in the local paper, what are the best days to do so?

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Holidays or weekends are good, as people have more time to read a newspaper.

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Can I be a tutor for younger children when I'm in high school?

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Of course! From personal experience, I would recommend being DBS/CRB checked and first aid/CPR trained, as the parents will feel safer leaving their child with you.

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How do I find more students to tutor?

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First of all, you need to have patience. You can start with one, two or three students also. Once you have satisfied these students and their parents, you will be seen as a good tutor. Then you don't need to advertise much. Focus on quality. Teach the students which is difficult for most of students in your locality. It may be mathematics, biology, English, etc.

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How do I advertise online to be a tutor?

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You could advertise on NextDoor.com, Craigslist and local Facebook groups.

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How do I convince my parents I want to be a tutor when I don't really have the qualifications?

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Talk to them and tell them your reasons why you would like to be a tutor. If they have concerns, discuss in depth with them all the concerns they have, to let them feel confident that you can do this safely and well. Show them examples of your current work and give them examples of where and how you have already helped friends and classmates to learn. If they're worried about this eating into your own study time, show them a timetable in which you fit in both tutoring and studies.

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How do I create my own advertisement of tutorials at home when I want to be a tutor?

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Take a look at creative leaflet and business card designs on the web and pick one for yourself. It would be great if you could design them using Photoshop yourself.

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