Things You'll Need:
- computer
- QuickBooks
- business license
- Curriculum
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Step 1
Obtain a business license from the state and your local government. Obtain liability insurance for your business. Visit http://www.secstates.com to find the Secretary of State's office in your state.
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Step 2
Set up your home office with a telephone, computer, printer, and a program such as Quickbooks. Make sure that your office will be free of clutter and distractions.
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Step 3
Hire tutors from the community for various subjects. Craigslist and local colleges are great places to find tutors. Visit http://www.craigslist.org to post a help wanted ad.
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Step 4
Decide on a curriculum to use. Buy educational books or look online for printable worksheets. The students can also use their textbooks during tutoring sessions.
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Step 5
Apply to become a Supplemental Education Provider in your state. Check your state's Department of Education website for an application. Visit
http://www.ed.gov/about/contacts/state/index.html?src=gu to find the Department of Education website in your state. Review the No Child Left Behind law at www.nochildleftbehind.gov. -
Step 6
Advertise your services in the community. Contact local school counselors in your city and provide them with your contact information.
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Step 7
Visit the website http://www.tutoringhomebusiness to download a training manual and forms for your tutoring business.








