How much do tutors get paid?

Tutor pay varies more than most jobs, because it depends on where you work, what you teach, who employs you and how the role is set up. Rather than quote figures that go out of date, this guide explains what sets pay and where to see real, current numbers.

See current advertised pay

Our regional pages list the pay range centres are advertising right now, taken straight from live job ads. Each job ad also shows its own pay where the centre has published it.

• Tutoring jobs and pay in Australia
• Tutoring jobs and pay in New Zealand
• Tutoring jobs and pay in Texas

What affects how much you earn

• Location: pay follows local wages and the cost of living
• The role: senior tutors and centre leadership roles usually pay more than entry-level tutoring
• Subjects and level: senior-school subjects and exam preparation can attract higher rates
• Experience and qualifications, such as teaching experience
• The arrangement: casual, part-time and full-time roles are paid differently

Hourly pay or a salary?

Most tutoring roles are paid by the hour, because sessions run at set times after school and on weekends. Centre management and head office roles are more often salaried. Check the ad and your contract for how you'll be paid and what's included.

Minimum pay rules

Employees are covered by minimum pay rules wherever they work, and these change regularly. For the current rules, check the official sources.

• Fair Work Ombudsman (Australia)
• Employment New Zealand
• US Department of Labor
• Texas Workforce Commission

Employed tutoring or freelancing?

Private tutors set their own rates but also find their own students, plan every lesson and handle tax, travel and cancellations. Working at a centre usually means a steady roster, a proven program, training and students who are already enrolled.