How to Teach Math Online

You can tutor math through a tutoring company.

Tutoring math online can give you the flexibility of working at home in a job that you enjoy. Tutoring online cuts out some of the challenges of face-to-face teachers. There are fewer classroom discipline problems, and you can choose your own working environment: your living room or your home office. If you love math and are interested in helping students solve problems online, working as a math tutor may be the perfect fit.

Instructions

1. Apply to an online tutoring company. Online tutoring companies like Tutor.com and Sylvan Online hire tutors to teach online everything from general math to statistics. Answer questions related to your work experience and the math level that you would like to teach. Some companies require an online math test.

2. Pass online technology checks. Tutoring companies want to make sure that your computer system is compatible with the online classroom used for tutoring. You'll be instructed to visit a website that will provide you with a system analysis. Some companies have technicians who will perform a system check remotely, requiring you to give them access to your computer.

3. Complete the training. If you are hired, you are likely to participate in a training session. You'll learn how to use online tools like writing on the whiteboard or uploading lessons. A trainer from the company may join you online and show you how to use the various tools.

4. Participate in a tryout class.Tutoring companies often require applicants to demonstrate their teaching ability in an online tryout class. The demonstration may take place with a trainer from the company or with a real student. Be sure to follow the instructions given during the training session. Use the whiteboard to explain problem-solving, and make sure that the student understands the steps. Having a friendly, pleasant attitude and exhibiting patience are also important characteristics.

5. Wait until you are hired. The tutoring company will contact you within several days to tell you the results of your tryout. Once you are hired, you can complete tax forms and begin work.

References

• The Washington Post: No Math Teacher Shortage Study Says

Resources

• Tutor.com
• Sylvan