I am a teacher from NJ with my masters degree. I am certified in Elementary Ed, Special Ed, and Reading. I want to earn some extra money by tutoring students after school. But there seems to be quite a range in tutoring prices--from $20 an hour to $60. How do I know what to charge?
2006-09-02 12:20:47 · 15 answers · asked by Shannon 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
Supply and demand...
Your background makes for an impressive "supply", and if you have the practical skills to back it up, you have a great product. Look around to see how many others are offering the same service and the same level of expertise.
Of course, demand has to be factored in as well. If people in your area are of modest income or modest education, they may not place so much value on your ability. If you have access to educated and affluent families, chances are they would be more interested in your talents.
Based on what you think the market in your area can support, set your price. But I would encourage you to set a price slightly lower than what you think you can charge. It is better to raise your price after you have an established reputation and clientele, than it would be to have to drop your price in order to get any business. The latter looks rather bad, and can cause people to shy away even after the price has come down.
2006-09-02 14:00:31 · answer #1 · answered by Unknown User 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I charge $25 per hour for tutoring, which is the going rate around here. I'd guess the cost of living is greater in New Jersey than it is in Wisconsin, though, so I'd ballpark $30-40 as fair for your area.
If you've got a month to experiment, run an ad in the local paper for $60 for tutoring and see how many calls you get. The next week, run it at $55. Work your way down until you maximize your income for the time you have to invest.
2006-09-02 13:59:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
15-25. I have a tutor and we pay her 30 An hour but she's an adult. If her parent think Thats strap then they can have her fail. If she's doing that bad they should be grateful to have you plus most others can charge from 30-60
2016-03-27 04:44:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would call some of the local schools, or after school programs in the area, and ask what they are normally charging for each of these places.
Honestly, I would look at the local demographic. If it is a poor locale, look at charging near the lower end (you will be more likely to get more students)... If you are in a more wealthy area, look at charging closer to the higher rates, but still be competitive with other tutors in the area.
2006-09-02 12:26:41 · answer #4 · answered by amsmithatc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you should charge based on your interest for tutoring, for example, the more you love it the less you should charge. But $20 an hour alone sounds good.
2006-09-02 12:26:59 · answer #5 · answered by 20 and lovin' it 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Charge 30 an hour. List your cert. and any experiences in teaching when adv. Also, contact local colleges. Students majoring in your fields of expertise need help as well.
2006-09-02 21:02:01 · answer #6 · answered by cloverivy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
$30 an hour u got the masters and $20 is what it cost to hire a cna you need the $30
2006-09-02 12:59:36 · answer #7 · answered by investing1987 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find out what others are charging in your area. Defintely do not go lower than $20 and set firm rules about pick ups or cancellations.
2006-09-02 14:43:33 · answer #8 · answered by violetb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well...considering your background it looks like you could charge on the high end. However, consider the students you will tutor. Will they be from poor areas or rich areas?
2006-09-02 17:07:33 · answer #9 · answered by hambone1985 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with a bachelors degree----$50-$75
with a masters degree-----$75-$90
these figures are comparable to what a public school teacher is making per hour.
2006-09-02 14:09:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋