In-Person home tutor

Local parents who prefer in-person help, especially for younger children or students who struggle with online lessons.

Hourly rate per session, usually higher than online because of travel time. Some tutors charge a small travel fee or sell multi-lesson packs.

• Strong knowledge of your subject
• Patience with children and teens
• Reliable and good at scheduling

• General liability insurance, which is worth checking when you visit people's homes
• Background check expectations from parents or your school district when working with minors
• Check whether your city or county requires a business license
• Travel time between sessions cuts into your paid hours, so group nearby students

Startup costs are typically around $50 to $800, depending on your teaching materials, insurance and how you find students. These are estimates, so check which of those you actually need before you start.

Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,000, depending on your rates and how many students you see. Travel time between sessions cuts into your paid hours, so grouping nearby students can help.

Check whether general liability insurance is worth having when you visit people's homes, and whether parents or your school district expect background checks when working with minors. Also check if your city or county requires a business license.