Tutoring high-school math over Zoom, evenings only

How it works

Step by step

1. 1Pick one exam or curriculum and go deep: SAT Math, AP Calc AB/BC, IB HL Math, GCSE Maths, or A-Level Further. Narrow specialization commands 30-50% higher rates.
2. 2Work through the last 3 years of official past papers yourself. Track the 20 topics that show up most and build a mini-lesson for each.
3. 3Set up a proper Zoom stand: laptop at eye height, a $30 document camera or an iPad + Apple Pencil in Notability for shared whiteboarding.
4. 4List on Wyzant and Preply with a strong intro video. Also post once in one local school-parents Facebook group with a photo and clear pricing.
5. 5Charge $50/hr the first 3 months to build reviews. After 5 five-star reviews, raise to $65, then $80 every 6 months if your calendar stays full.
6. 6Run every first session as a free 20-minute diagnostic quiz. It builds trust with parents and lets you spot the fastest wins.
7. 7Standardize weekly sessions: 5-min recap, 40-min new material with practice, 10-min mini-quiz, 5-min homework assignment. Predictable structure keeps kids engaged.
8. 8After every session, send the parent a 3-line email: what we covered, what to practice, next session focus. Parents pay for visibility.
9. 9Ask every happy family for one referral at month 3 and again after any big score jump. Offer them one free session for a successful referral.
10. 10Cap yourself at 8 regular students. Beyond that, prep time balloons and quality drops.

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