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Why teach with Lessonpal?

Trusted business partner

We're in this together. Our business model is aligned with you and your students' best interests. We win only when you win.

Friendly and reliable platform

Our platform takes care of the critical aspects of your business and allows you to focus on providing the best learning experiences for your students.

Unparalleled support

We've got your back, every step of the way. We're here 7 days a week to ensure you and your students have an excellent experience.

Join a growing community of passionate teachers

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Alberto Restano
Guitar
5 (8 reviews)

Guitar, Bass and Music Theory teacher

1 lesson

30 min each

$17
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Christian Smith
Faith and the Environment
5 (1 review)

Committed to creating a learning environment that is inspiring and encouraging to students.

1 lesson

60 min each

$25
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Emily Fang
High School/College Level Writing
5 (5 reviews)

University Student At UC Riverside, Tutor

1 lesson

60 min each

$25
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Ayleen Dysvick
ESL
5 (2 reviews)

English, ESL and Spanish Tutor

1 lesson

60 min each

$20
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Olumide Sonuga
English Grammar
5 (7 reviews)

Experienced Private tutor that specializes in Math

1 lesson

30 min each

$18
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Cherry May Masias
Elementary Math
5 (4 reviews)

Professional Math Teacher with 13+ years Experience, Expert in Addressing Learning Gaps and Needs

1 lesson

60 min each

$20
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Destanee Atwell
Elementary Math
5 (4 reviews)

English & Math Tutor

1 lesson

30 min each

$12
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Freya Aurora
English
5 (2 reviews)

University of Central Florida. Northwest Florida State College Magna Cum Laude. Experienced Educator

1 lesson

60 min each

$20
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Felicia Bond
Piano
5 (17 reviews)

Private Lesson Instructor with Masters Degree in Music Education

1 lesson

30 min each

$15
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Montserrat Gomez
Elementary Math
5 (12 reviews)

University of California Berkeley Graduate. Former after-school program tutor

1 lesson

30 min each

$12
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Rebecca Vincent
Math
5 (1 review)

Former math teacher helping students reach their full potential in math, one lesson at a time.

1 lesson

30 min each

$25
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Edward Oyetola
AP Physics

Math is the Universe's language and the key to many doors.

1 lesson

30 min each

$20
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Richard Evans
Physics
5 (3 reviews)

Tutor (Math, Calculus, Physics, and Chemistry)

1 lesson

30 min each

$15
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Ron Shinomoto
Algebra 1 and 2
5 (1 review)

Dr. Ron Teaching Man

1 lesson

30 min each

$17

How it works

Ready to get started? Let us walk you through the step-by-step process of how you can build and manage a successful online tutoring business on Lessonpal.

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Apply to teach with us and get approved

First, you'll need to complete an application providing details on the subjects you would like to teach, your qualifications, availability, lesson package offers, and a recorded introductory video. If your application meets our quality criteria, we'll approve it within two business days.

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Get reviews and publish stories to promote your lessons

Once approved, you'll get a customized profile link that you can use to promote your tutoring service. To build a strong reputation, you can ask your past students to write reviews on your profile. You can also publish stories using our easy-to-use editor to showcase your subject expertise.

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Get inquiries and bookings from interested students

Students discover your profile through search engines and the Lessonpal search functionality. Interested students will send you inquiries. Be prompt in responding to them. Use Lessonpal messaging to collaborate with your students instantly. Students can then purchase and schedule lessons with you on the platform.

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Provide lessons and get paid

You can deliver your lessons on a video platform that best suits you and your students. Show up on time for your lessons and provide the best possible learning experiences for your students. Then, submit your lesson with a recap and get paid automatically for your completed lessons.

Frequently asked questions

Online tutors on Lessonpal come from diverse backgrounds. They include certified teachers, industry professionals, graduate, and undergraduate students, and more. To get started, complete our online application . A Lessonpal team member will review your application and respond to you within two business days.


Setting up your profile and promoting your services Lessonpal is free. Lessonpal takes a low service fee of 10% of the revenue we help you generate.


If you're passionate about helping students excel, we encourage you to complete an application. You must be at least 18 years old and reside in the United States. You don't have to be a certified teacher to become an online tutor on Lessonpal.


New students visit Lessonpal.com every month in search of online tutors. Having a profile on Lessonpal makes it easy for students and parents to find and contact you. Your Lessonpal profile is SEO optimized and is easily discoverable on search engines. By getting reviews from your students and publishing stories on your Lessonpal profile, you can attract more students.


Lessonpal sends automatic payouts for your completed lessons to your PayPal account on the 1st and 15th of every month.

Have more questions? View all FAQs.