Even after the re-opening of schools, centres and other public areas, online tuition has become a norm and many tutors and students find it convenient to have lessons virtually.
Having online tuition via the various modes such as Zoom, google meet and other platforms, also provide a wider pool of tutors for students to choose from, as compared to physical lessons which is constraint by the travel distance of the tutor.
Why Hire An Online Tutor Now?
How much do online tutors charge?
The average hourly fees for online tuition ranges from $20 per hour to $70 per hour, depending on the tutor's credentials, experience and the level to teach.
Tuition Rates |
Part-Time |
Full-Time |
Ex/Current |
Pre-School |
$20 - $25 |
$30 - $40 |
$40 - $50 |
Primary / PYP |
$25 - $30 |
$35 - $50 |
$55 - $70 |
Secondary / MYP |
$30 - $40 |
$45 - $60 |
$70 - $90 |
JC / IB DP |
$40 - $60 |
$60 - $80 |
$90 - $130 |
Degree & Diploma |
$50 - $60 |
$60 - $80 |
$90 - $120 |
Music / Piano 2 |
$30 - $40 |
$50 - $60 |
$60 - $70 |
Adult Language 3 |
$40 - $50 |
$50 - $60 |
$70 - $80 |
Is online tuition better than home tutoring?
There are some downsides of online tutoring:
What are the types of Online Tutors in Singapore now?
See our list of online tutors now!
What Are The Video Platforms Used In Online Tutoring?
i. Zoom allows teachers to synchronise with multiple students over video and share the screen, audio, text chat at the same time.
ii. Students can work in groups or be placed into groups to discuss with their peers.
iii. The ability to create screencasts, such as recording presentations and then share with the whole class.
iv. Teachers can use a table with a stylus to write directly onto documents on the screen and share with multiple students at the same time. This is very useful for showing mathematical equations or writing Chinese words.
i. Skype account can be obtained for free through Skype, which offers video chat and voice chat.
ii. Skype is an option when you need to get together with your students but need to be in different locations at the same time.
iii. Virtual Dictation allows you to dictate notes, exams, or conversation, either on your computer or at home
i. Google Meet allows up to 16 participants on a tiled layout
ii. Mobile-friendly and can be used on many types of devices
iii. High quality video and audio
i. Webex has Virtual Classrooms and excellent video conferencing quality
ii. Compatible on many devices
iii. It's free (you can pay for more advanced features)
i. Whatsapp is free of charge!
ii. Compatible with almost all mobile phones and can be synchronised on computers
iii. Can use video calls, voice calls and messages
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