Online Tutor Applicant FAQs

Answers to all your questions about working as an online tutor with Tutor.com.

Q: What are an online tutor’s responsibilities?

Connecting online with students of all ages to provide homework help and tutoring in the subjects for which you have demonstrated expertise.
Guiding students to understand the topics they bring to each tutoring session.
Encouraging students to engage actively with their topics to build deeper understanding.
Helping build student confidence in their ability to learn and to understand challenging concepts.
Using state of the art online tools such as an interactive whiteboard, voice and chat communication, and application sharing.
Classifying each session according to the scope and sequence of the topics discussed.
Changing lives, one at a time.

Q: Who are Tutor.com online tutors?

Many types of professionals have found part-time remote work with Tutor.com:

Teachers and retired teachers
College and graduate students
Math professionals/experts
Science professionals/experts
Computer science experts

Q: Am I qualified to become a tutor for Tutor.com?

Review our online tutor criteria below:

Currently reside in the U.S.
Have a valid Social Security Number
Are eligible to work in the U.S.
Are available to tutor at least five hours per week
Are an expert in your subject (Not sure? Check our concept list!)
Possess strong oral and written communication skills with fluency in the English language
Are a college sophomore or higher, or have a degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian University. (You must have a college degree to tutor Accounting, Economics, Finance, College Essay Writing and College Statistics!)

If you meet the above requirements, start your application!

Q: What are the technology requirements?

You're well-equipped to become a tutor – is your computer? Check out Tutor.com’s required specs:

Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7
4.0 GB of system memory (RAM) or greater (we recommend 8 GB)
Processor (CPU) running at 1.8 GHz or higher (we recommend 2.4 GHz)
Terrestrial (land-based) Internet service (Cable, DSL, Fiber, etc.) capable of at least 256 kbit/sec in both directions
- Satellite internet or 3G/4G/public Wi-Fi hotspot connections cannot be accepted
Internet connection speed of 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up (we recommend: 20 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up)
Microsoft Office or equivalent 3rd party software that can view and edit Office files (.docx, .xlsx, .pptx)
A working headset and/or microphone for voice communication
Desktop or laptop with Display capable of at least 1280 x 720px resolution (we recommend 1920 x 1080px)
- Netbook-style laptops may not attain the required resolution
Headset or speakers/microphone for use with our software's Voice feature
Prefer to work on a Mac? If you’re able to install and run Windows via a multi-boot system (i.e. Boot Camp) or in an emulated environment (i.e. Parallels, VMWare) and you can obtain the required software (i.e. Microsoft Word) for Windows, your application will be considered.

Q: How do I know if I can tutor a particular subject?

Review our tutor concept list! to see how your skills measure up. To expedite your application, use our tutor application portal to take a competency exam in one of our high-demand subjects:

Calculus/ Calculus BC
Discrete Math
Finite Math
Physics
Chemisty/Organic Chemistry
Statistics/College Statistics
Finance
Economics (Intro, Micro, Macro)
Accounting (Intro, Intermediate, Cost, Managerial, Tax Accounting)
Nursing, Medical Coding, Health Administration
Research Methods
Computer Science - Database Systems, Web Design, Python
Essay Writing - College Level
Quantitative Methods

Q: Do I have to tutor certain hours?

Tutor.com allows you to create a flexible schedule that fits your needs. Our service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which means you can create a new schedule on a week-to-week basis. There are three ways to tutor:

Create a schedule each week
Log on unscheduled and pick up sessions
Set availability for scheduled appointments

Q: Where does tutoring take place?

Our convenient online classroom lets you tutor from your home, office, dorm or from any computer with a stable, high-speed internet connection. No travel expenses necessary! See if your computer has the right specs.

Q: How much are tutors paid?

You are paid a set hourly rate dictated by the subjects you tutor, and there are incentives available for high-quality tutoring. Unlike private tutoring where you must deal with potential delays from clients, payment comes on a set schedule directly from Tutor.com. More information on our pay structure will be provided once you have successfully completed the initial application and subject exam phase of the process.

Q: How can I become a tutor?

If you meet our prerequisites and you want to become a tutor, check out our Application Process or apply now! The application process will take 1-3 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete each step.