Wyzant is an online tutoring marketplace that connects tutors with students looking for one-to-one lessons.
Tutors can teach subjects ranging from school math and science to languages, test prep, music, computers, and professional skills. You can offer lessons online, in person, or both, depending on your location and the subject you teach.
The first step is creating a free tutor profile. You add your education, experience, subjects, hourly rate, and other details that help students decide if you are a good fit.
Wyzant reviews tutor applications before allowing them to appear on the marketplace. The review can include your qualifications, education, professional experience, teaching background, and subject proficiency.
You set your own hourly rate, which gives you control over what you charge. Wyzant currently keeps 25% of the posted lesson rate, leaving tutors with 75% before any applicable taxes.
For example, if you set your rate at $40 per hour, your share would normally be $30 before applicable taxes. Students also pay Wyzant a separate 9% service fee.
Students can find your profile through the marketplace and contact you about lessons. Wyzant also sends tutors job opportunities based on their subjects and location.
You can teach through Wyzant’s online tutoring tools or meet students in person. This gives tutors some choice over how they deliver their lessons.
Payments are handled by Wyzant rather than collected directly from students. Tutors must report completed lessons through the platform, and payments are sent by direct deposit twice each month.
This is a very important point to note: Wyzant currently requires tutors to live permanently in the United States and have a valid Social Security Number. People living outside the US cannot create tutor accounts.
That makes Wyzant a strong option for US-based tutors, but it is not suitable for tutors looking for a global platform.
You do not need to be a certified teacher. Wyzant says its tutors come from different backgrounds, including teachers, professionals, graduate students, and undergraduate students.
For someone with strong knowledge in a subject, Wyzant can be a good way to turn that knowledge into paid one-to-one work.
Pay
You set your own hourly rate. Wyzant keeps 25% of the posted rate, so tutors receive 75% before applicable taxes.
How You Make Money
You create a tutor profile, list the subjects you can teach, set your hourly rate, and connect with students through the marketplace. You then provide online or in person lessons and receive your share of the lesson payment through Wyzant.
Payment Method
PayPal, check, direct deposit
Minimum Payment
Wyzant does not state a general minimum payout amount for tutors.
Withdrawal Speed
Payments are made by direct deposit on the 1st and 15th of each month, provided the lesson is submitted at least five business days before the payment date.
Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced (subject knowledge required)
Pros
• You can set your own hourly tutoring rate based on your skills and experience.
• Tutors can offer both online and in person lessons.
• You do not need to be a certified teacher to apply.
• Wyzant reviews tutor qualifications before listing services on the marketplace.
• The platform handles student payments and sends tutors their earnings by direct deposit.
• Students can find tutors through the marketplace without you having to build the entire client base yourself.
Cons
• Tutors must permanently live in the United States to join the platform.
• Wyzant keeps 25% of the tutor's posted lesson rate.
• You need to pass Wyzant's application and qualification review before being listed.
• Student demand can vary depending on your subject, location, and profile.
• Tutors are responsible for providing useful lessons and maintaining good relationships with their students.
Best For
US based tutors, teachers, subject experts, college students, and professionals who can teach academic or practical skills.
