Online english tutor for adult learners

Adult learners, newcomers to Canada, international students, professionals and parents of school-age children, here and overseas.

Hourly rate per lesson, or prepaid packages of lessons. Small group classes earn more per hour because several learners each pay a share.

• Clear, patient communication
• Lesson planning
• Comfortable with video calls and online tools

• Check whether your province expects any registration or certification if you call yourself a school rather than a tutor
• Check with your municipality whether a home-based business licence is needed
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold, and keep records for tax
• Consider professional liability insurance and a clear cancellation policy
• Students in other time zones may mean evening or early morning sessions

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $200 to $2,000, depending on your equipment, lesson materials, website and any insurance. Price your own setup before you commit.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $500 to $3,500, depending on your rates, how many students you teach and the hours you work. The estimates start from about 5 hours a week.

Check whether your province expects registration or certification if you call yourself a school rather than a tutor. Also check whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence, GST/HST registration, professional liability insurance and your cancellation policy.