Marg Career Library - Online Tutor

Overview:

Online tutoring is an upcoming career option for anyone who loves to teach. These professionals are expected to be digitally literate and have basic technical facilities such as the internet. They work with a laptop, desktop or similar device and have flexible work schedules. Online tutors work with students, their parents, and technical support teams if required. They need to keep themselves updated about the latest syllabi and online teaching tools.

Career Path:

Stream of Study at 12th:	Students who wish to become online tutors can opt for any stream at the 12th level.
Degree/Graduation Courses:	Pursue a UG degree in any teaching subject
Higher education/After Graduation Courses:	Pursue B.Ed. for 2 years after graduating from a teaching subject Pursue M.Ed. for 1-2 years Pursue M.A. in Education for 2 years Pursue M.Sc. in Education for 2 years Pursue a PG course in any teaching subject Pursue PG Diploma in Education Pursue PG Diploma in Teacher Training Education Pursue PG Diploma in Career Guidance Pursue PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling Pursue PG Diploma in Higher Education Pursue PG Diploma in Pre-Primary Education Pursue PG Diploma in Distance Education Pursue PG Diploma in Educational Management and Administration

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Top Colleges:

* Students can choose colleges based on the specific subject he/she wants to study or pursue

Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar
Indian Institute of Technology, Indore
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
University of Delhi, New Delhi
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Kolkata
Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar
Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

Job Opportunities:

Individual clients
Online tutoring platforms
Online test prep platforms
Online education platforms
Online education consultancies
Own tutorial centre

Job Responsibilities:

Understand the needs of the student based on their grade, curriculum, and end goals
Create a study plan for the student with the consultation of the student and parent
Schedule classes based on the convenience of the student and yourself
Prepare materials for the online sessions
Prepare students for exams or assessments that are required for admission to educational or training programs
Conduct online sessions within the set time limit and facilitate online discussion groups
Set assignments or evaluation tasks for the student
Maintain student records, prepare progress reports, and ensure that all personal information about each student is safely stored.
Assess the performance of the student regularly
Provide feedback to the student to help them identify what to work on
Discuss with parents regarding the progress of the student

Work Life:

Your workday is based on the schedules you set based on the convenience of the student and yourself
You will be required to work with a computer and/or other gadgets throughout the day
You will mainly be working with students of different ages and grades
Sometimes you will also be having discussions with the parents of the students
When delivering a customised, personalised service, you'll instruct a range of students with varying needs, so being able to adjust and provide an approach that suits each learner is critical.
Most of the sessions are in the evenings and on weekends, which may interfere with your social life.
As an online tutor, you will also regularly coordinate with the technical team if you are working on a specific platform

Key Skills:

Patience
In-depth subject knowledge
Adaptability
Creativity
Ability to engage and motivate students to learn
Digital literacy and computer skills
Communication skills
Organization skills
Interpersonal skills
Time management skills
Social media skills to promote your services
Business skills to manage costs and payments

Designation:

Entry-level

Online Tutor, Online Teacher, Online Test Preparation Tutor, Student Support Specialist

Mid-level

Teacher Operations Manager, Manager - Teacher Acquisition, Academic Expert/Mentor, Curriculum Designer

High-level

Subject Matter Expert, Head of Instructional Design for Online Learning, Tutor Training and Design Manager

Merits & Demerits:

Merits

1. Work timings and locations are flexible
2. If you want to earn more, you can take on more student or classes
3. You can pursue this career along with other full-time work or study opportunities
4. This profession gives you the satisfaction of moulding lives from the comfort of your home

Demerits

1. You need a steady internet connection to become an online tutor
2. Different platforms require different devices and technical aspects to become an online tutor
3. Since everything is online, you will need to be cautious when signing up on any platform to ensure that it is not fake

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