Online maths tutor

Parents of primary and secondary students, plus university and adult students who need help with maths.

Hourly fee per session, or discounted packs of lessons paid in advance. No travel time means more paid hours in the day.

• Strong maths knowledge and clear explanations
• Comfortable with video tools and a digital whiteboard
• Keeping young students engaged on screen

• Private tutoring generally does not need a trading licence, but a Working with Children Check (or your state's equivalent) may be required or expected when tutoring minors, even online, so check with your state or territory authority
• Child safety online: use parent-approved platforms and consider keeping parents nearby
• Public liability or professional indemnity insurance, so check what suits you
• Cancellations and no-shows, so set a clear payment and cancellation policy

Startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,200, depending on your equipment, such as a tablet or digital whiteboard, and the tools you choose. These are estimates only. Insurance is also worth checking to see what suits you.

Monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $3,500, depending on how many students you take on and your hours. Cancellations and no-shows can affect income, so set a clear payment and cancellation policy.

Check with your state or territory authority whether a Working with Children Check or equivalent is required or expected when tutoring minors, even online. Also use parent-approved platforms, consider keeping parents nearby, and check insurance such as public liability or professional indemnity.