Private tutor visiting students' homes

Parents and carers of primary and secondary school students, often wanting help with catching up, confidence or exam preparation.

An hourly rate per student, usually paid weekly or per term. Regular weekly students give steady income, and travel time between sessions is the main limit.

• Strong knowledge of the subjects you teach
• Patience and clear explanations
• Reliable and good with families

• Working with children check: required in all states and territories, but the rules differ, so check with your state's authority
• Public liability insurance, which is worth checking even for tutoring in clients' homes
• Cancellations and travel time, so consider a clear cancellation policy
• Whether you need to register for GST once your turnover grows

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $100 to $800, depending on the teaching materials you need and how you find your first students. Tutoring at clients' homes keeps costs low because you don't need premises.

Check this with your state's authority. A working with children check is required in all states and territories, but the rules differ. Also check public liability insurance, even for tutoring in clients' homes, and whether you need to register for GST as turnover grows.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $2,500, depending on how many students you take on and your hours. Many tutors start at around 5 hours a week. Cancellations and travel time can affect what you actually earn.