School provides the map, but life is an uncharted journey. At Beacon Learners, we move beyond these to equip students with tools for that journey: a compass of critical thinking, the vessel of confident communication, and the resilience to navigate their own path. We prepare them not just for exams, but to find their purpose and make their mark in an interconnected world.
These rates are based on the average quoted rates of tutors over the last 6 months and should only serve as a reference to you. Often, the quoted rate varies accordingly with the tutor’s experience, qualification, location and timetable.
| ESTIMATED HOURLY RATES | PRIMARY 1 – 3 |
PRIMARY 4 – 6 |
SECONDARY 1 – 2 |
SECONDARY 3 – 5 |
‘A’-LEVEL / IP / IB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Tutors (Diploma or A-Level) | $20 – $30 | $20 – $35 | $20 – $30 | $25 – $35 | N.A |
| Student Tutors (Undergraduate) | $25 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $35 – $55 |
| Part-Time / Full-Time Tutors (Graduate) | $35 – $50 | $35 – $60 | $35 – $55 | $40 – $60 | $50 – $80 |
| NIE Trainees | $30 – $50 | $30 – $60 | $35 – $50 | $35 – $60 | $50 – $80 |
| MOE Teachers (Current or Ex) | $55 – $70 | $60 – $80 | $55 – $70 | $60 – $80 | $80 – $120 |
Beacon Learners: Tutor Guidelines & Policies
1. How to Receive Tuition Assignment
To apply for assignments, simply submit your details on our registration page, quoting the relevant assignment code. Suitable tutors will be contacted via email or WhatsApp.
For the best opportunities, we encourage you to register with us. We prioritize long-term partnerships and give preference to tutors who are reliable, professional, and maintain a strong track record with our agency.
2. Agency Commission Fees
Standard Commission: Our agency commission is equivalent to the first two weeks of tuition fees for a long-term assignment, calculated based on the agreed-upon rate and schedule.
Your Earnings: From the third week onward, you keep 100% of the tuition fees collected. We handle all client billing, so you do not need to collect our commission separately.
Important Responsibilities: If a client fails to pay our commission, you are responsible for collecting it on our behalf. Should an assignment be terminated by the client before one full month of lessons is completed, you will receive a 50% payout for all lessons conducted.
3. Tuition Materials
We trust your professional judgment in tailoring your teaching approach. Any additional materials requiring purchase must be pre-approved by the client, including a clear agreement on associated costs.
4. Tutor Commitment Level
Tutors are expected to commit to at least three months of tuition unless otherwise stated. If you have concerns about this commitment, please contact us directly—each case will be reviewed individually.
Tutors who consistently fail to meet the minimum commitment period may be excluded from future assignments.
5. Assignment Scenarios & Commission Policy
To ensure transparency, below are common assignment scenarios and how commission is calculated in each case:
Scenario 1: Temporary Decrease in Lesson Duration
Case: A client books Tutor A for 2 hours/week but requests only 1.5 hours for the first lesson due to a family commitment.
Policy: The long-term rate remains 2 hours/week. Commission is based on 4 hours (2 weeks × 2 hours). The tutor is paid for 1.5 hours for the first lesson.
Scenario 2: Temporary Increase in Lesson Duration
Case: A client books Tutor A for 1.5 hours/week but requests 2 hours for the first lesson for last-minute exam prep.
Policy: The long-term rate remains 1.5 hours/week. Commission is based on 3 hours (2 weeks × 1.5 hours). The tutor is paid for the additional 0.5 hours.
Scenario 3: Temporary Decrease in Lesson Frequency
Case: A client books Tutor A for 1.5 hours, 3×/week but only requests 1 session in the first week.
Policy: The long-term frequency remains 3×/week. Commission is based on 6 lessons (3 lessons × 2 weeks).
Scenario 4: Temporary Increase in Lesson Frequency
Case: A client books Tutor A for 1.5 hours, 1×/week but requests 3 sessions in the first week for exam prep.
Policy: The long-term frequency remains 1×/week. Commission is based on 2 lessons (1 lesson × 2 weeks).
Scenario 5: Client Termination Before One Full Month
Case: A client ends the assignment after 3 lessons (1.5 hours, 1×/week) due to unsuitability.
Policy: Since termination occurs before one full month, commission is 50% of total fees—equivalent to 1.5 lessons of commission (3 lessons ÷ 2).
Scenario 6: Tutor-Initiated Termination
Case: Tutor A ends the assignment after 2 lessons because the location is too far.
Policy: If termination is due to factors within the tutor’s control (e.g., location due diligence), the tutor will not receive payment for lessons conducted. Tutors are expected to confirm location and travel time before accepting assignments.
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