Tutor Hunt

How we Work

Locate your perfect tutor


Our aim at Tutor Hunt is to help you find the perfect tutor. It`s completely free to sign up with us, and within a few minutes you can begin browsing through tutors near to you.

View the profile pages of thousands of tutors for no charge. It`s completely free to sign up with us, and within a few minutes you can begin browsing through tutors near to you.

Select the right tutor for you

Our sophisticated search feature feature will present you with a comprehensive list of suitable tutors located near to you. You will be able to message these tutors through our site, and ask them any questions you wish.

  • By entering your zip code you can see a list of tutors nearby.
  • You can contact any these tutors for no charge.
  • Ask the tutors any questions you like, and arrange the scheduling of your lessons.
  • See any feedback left by past students on the tutor`s profile page.

Since 2005 Tutor Hunt has assisted numerous students in finding the perfect tutor. Unlike many tuition agencies that choose tutors on the student's behalf, Tutor Hunt operates differently. We trust that the parent or student themselves is the best judge when it comes to selecting the most appropriate tutor. They have a better understanding of their needs and preferences, and can thus make a more informed decision.

The benefits of using Tutor Hunt are as follows;

  • We help manage the whole booking process and help you schedule your lessons.
  • All online lessons can make use of our innovative online whiteboard, where you can communicate (video, audio and chat), share documents and your screen in real time.
  • Scheduling lessons is easy to manage through Tutor Hunt, if you need to reschedule or cancel lessons it can easily be updated through our system, your tutor is automatically notified.
  • Contact as many tutors through our site as you wish, for no charge or signup fees.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions for Students

What does Tutor Hunt offer?

Our aim at tutor hunt is to bring tutors and students together. We believe there is the perfect tutor for every student. We want to help tutors share their expertise and knowledge, and make the process of finding a tutor as easy as possible.

How much will the lessons cost me, and who do I make the payment to?

Tutor Hunt is completely free for both tutors and students. We have no sign up fees of any kind. The only payment that you will have to make is for the lessons you have, and these are paid directly to the tutor. Each tutor sets their own hourly rate, and these are clearly listed on their profile pages.

How much will the tuition cost me, and who do I pay?

Through our site you can message as many tutors as you wish, for no charge. The tutor's hourly rates are displayed on their profile and you only pay after each lesson has taken place through Tutor Hunt. The cost varies between tutors and will normally be dependent on the subject, level and the tutors previous experience. Their displayed rates include our fees and there are no other charges. Once you are happy to start tuition with your selected tutor, they have the option is start a booking schedule with you.

How to make a payment?

Lessons are confirmed by entering in your payment details once the tutor has setup a schedule, we only take payment 24 hours after the lesson has taken place. We ask that your payment details are provided at least 24 hours before the first lesson starts so you can secure lessons with your chosen tutor. Your payment card will then be authenticated and stored securely so we can take payments after each lesson. We never take payments in advance.

We email you a confirmation email after each lesson ends, if for any reason the lesson was cancelled, or there was a problem you can notify us by just pressing a button within the email, this is so we know not to take payment from you.

How much does the tutor charge?

You can see the hourly rate displayed on each tutor's profile page. On this page they will also list important information, such as their teaching experience, qualifications, and a full listing of the subjects they offer tuition in. You can contact each tutor via the message box on the top right hand corner of their profile page.

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How do I contact a tutor through Tutor Hunt?

You can start immediately, even if you are not registered with us. All you have to do is click the 'Search' button at the top of the page. After entering your criteria, such as the subject you want tuition in, the academic level (GCSE, A-Level etc), and your postcode, a list of appropriate tutors in your area will be displayed.

In these results you can click on name tutor's name to display their profile page. Contacting the tutor at this stage is quick and easy: If you are not yet registered with us click the green 'Not a Member' button' in the top right hand corner of the screen. After entering your details in the necessary fields (address, name etc.) you can write a message directly to the tutor in the box below. If you are already registered with us enter your login details before writing your message to the tutor.

What do I do if I have forgotten my username/password?

Forgotten your username and password? Not to worry! Click forgot username if you are unsure of your username. Click forgot password if you are unsure of your password. We will send you an email with instructions on how to reset these.

Where do I find my messages?

Your messages are located in your 'my enquiries' page. Please ensure you're logged in - then click on 'members area' and 'my enquiries'. You will be able to read all the messages you have sent and received from students/tutors.

What do I do if my tutor does not message me?

Our purpose at tutor hunt is to bring both students and tutors together, but the tutors actually work for themselves, so they decide who they will get in contact with. It might be that the tutor you contacted already has a full schedule. Please do not be discouraged - I'm sure the perfect tutor for you is out there. We would advise that you message 6-7 tutors so you are more likely to receive a response. Also, try and keep an eye on a tutor's response rate. This will give you an idea of how quickly they will respond to your message.

How do I leave feedback?

After a few weeks of tuition with your selected tutor, you are given an option to leave feedback on your tutor's profile. Please ensure you are logged in - then click the 'members area' and 'leave feedback' button on the left hand side. You will be asked to write a message, and rate the tutor out of 5 stars.

How do I temporarily deactivate my account?

If you are no longer in need of a tutor you can temporarily deactivate your account. This will prevent tutors from messaging you, and a note will be displayed on your profile stating your account is inactiveness. To temporarily deactivate your account, goto the members home page and click on 'privacy'. Here you can change your 'profile status' from active to inactive. If you would like to re-active your account, please follow the same procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions for Tutors

How do I register as a tutor?

To create a student/tutor account on Tutor Hunt, please click on the green register button located just under the 'log in' button. It is free to create a Tutor Hunt account!

What do I do if I have forgotten my username/password?

Forgotten your username and password? Not to worry! Click forgot username if you are unsure of your username. Click forgot password if you are unsure of your password. We will send you an email with instructions on how to reset these.

Who sees my personal details and documentation?

Your personal details and documentation cannot be viewed by other users. Your profile only displays your first name, the town you reside in, subjects, hourly rates, comments about yourself, and availability. Contact details are only shown to a tutor when the students payment details are confirmed. Also, your documentation can only be viewed by our verification team who review your credentials, and decide whether they meet our criteria for approval.

Where do I find my messages?

Your messages are located in your 'my enquiries' page. Please ensure you're logged in - then click on 'members area' and 'my enquiries'. You will be able to read all the messages you have sent and received from students/tutors.

What do I do if my student does not message me?

Ultimately the students themselves will decide to take you on as a tutor - maybe your hourly rate is a little too high, or perhaps you could increase the distance you are willing to travel. Perhaps try uploading documentation such as qualifications and a form of ID, as have found that it increases a tutors chances in obtaining more students. Don't give up, i'm sure there are many students out there who will soon be benefiting from your teaching expertise. You can find out about which students have viewed your profile by viewing the "who's found me" page within your account area - this can give you an opportunity to take the initiative, and contact them.

Will my message still go through if I choose not to accept a student?

Yes, all messages will be sent to the student. Choosing 'no' only stops the student purchasing your contact details. We encourage our tutors to find out more information about a student's requirements before accepting them. So when you choose not to accept a student, your messages will still be sent out.

Do I need a DBS?

Yes all Tutors at Tutor Hunt must hold an Enhanced DBS which includes the children's barred list check, this will be reviewed by our staff periodically. If you do not hold a DBS you can purchase a one through Tutor Hunt at cost.

What DBS do we accept?

We only accept English and Scottish Enhanced DBS certificates.

How do I upload documents?

You can become a verified tutor by uploading relevant documentation such as your qualifications, ID and DBS. Click on 'members area' and 'verification' to upload your credentials. Please ensure that your documents are readable!

How are my personal documents protected?

At Tutor Hunt we take your data and privacy seriously, we are registered with the Information Commissioner`s Office. We encrypt all personal documents uploaded to our servers and these can only be viewed by our admin team. These documents are never shown to any students.

How do I add an article?

Writing articles helps in boosting your profile! To get an idea of what to write about, you can head over to our resources page. Please remeber that this must be your work and not copied from any other website, text book or anywhere else. To add your article, click on 'members area' and 'articles'. You cannot upload files or pictures so please copy and paste your work.

How do I edit my subjects and rates?

To edit your subjects and rates, please head over to your members area, and click on 'my subjects'. You will see a pen and paper icon which will direct you to a page where subjects and rates can be adjusted.

How do I temporarily deactivate my account?

If you are no longer have any availability for students, you can temporarily deactivate your account. This will prevent students from messaging you, and a note will be displayed on your profile stating your unavailable. To temporarily deactivate your account, goto the members home page and click on 'privacy'. Here you can change your 'profile status' from active to inactive. If you would like to re-active your account, please follow the same procedure.

Other Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have an affiliate service?

Yes - please visit Tutor Hunt Affiliates for further information.