Online french tutor

Adult learners, parents of school and VCE/HSC students, and professionals preparing for work or travel.

Hourly rate per lesson, often sold as a block of lessons paid in advance. Regular weekly students build steady income.

• Fluent or near-native French
• Patient, clear teaching
• Planning lessons for different levels

• Check whether you need a Working with Children Check in your state or territory if you teach under-18s
• Public liability and professional indemnity insurance are worth checking
• Check whether any teaching qualification is expected by clients, and whether you need to register for GST as turnover grows
• Check council rules if students will ever visit your home

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,000, depending on your equipment, lesson materials and any insurance you choose. Most of the work is done by video call from home.

Check whether you need a Working with Children Check in your state or territory if you teach under-18s. Also check public liability and professional indemnity insurance, any qualifications clients expect, and GST registration as turnover grows.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on how many students you teach and your hours. Hours typically start from around 5 a week, so it can be built up gradually.