1. Pick a clear niche
Online students choose tutors who specialise. Decide your subject, board and classes, for example Class 10 Maths for CBSE, spoken English for adults or NEET Biology.
2. Set up your teaching space
You need a quiet corner, a laptop or tablet, a headset and a stable connection. A simple digital whiteboard or a writing tablet helps you explain steps clearly.
- A good microphone matters more than a fancy camera
- Test your connection and have a mobile hotspot ready as backup
- Keep notes and worksheets ready to share as files
3. Choose your tools
Most online tutors use a video call app, a whiteboard and a way to manage students. Use a free video tool you are comfortable with, and a tutor management app to keep your schedule, attendance and fees in one place.
4. Set fees and policies
Online fees are often similar to home tuition, sometimes a little lower for groups. Set a monthly fee for a fixed schedule and write your policies for missed lessons and late payment before you start.
5. Find students and run a demo class
Share your niche with parents you know, in local and school-parent groups, and offer a free demo class. Ask satisfied parents to recommend you.
6. Manage lessons, attendance and fees
Online students still need reminders, attendance records and receipts. Cometstep schedules lessons, marks attendance in one tap, tracks UPI and cash fees and sends reminders, free for up to 25 students.
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Cometstep is free for up to 25 students: scheduling, attendance, fees and progress in one place.
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