Research the curricula for the elementary school subjects you want to tutor. You can obtain this information from school websites, your state or local education department or by contacting teachers.
Look at examples of written assignments and required readings. If you understand the material and can explain it in a child-friendly manner, you may be a good fit for tutoring.
Practice tutoring a child you know to see if you enjoy and are good at tutoring.
Check if you are allowed to work in the country where you reside if you are not a citizen. If you are volunteering, you might not need permission.
Look for available elementary school tutoring jobs. Local tutoring services may be located in schools, independent businesses or may require you to travel to students' homes. You can also apply for virtual tutoring services that allow you to tutor over the Web from a designated office or your home.
Check the minimum and preferred qualifications for each job. If you meet or exceed the minimum requirements for a position, apply for it.
Fill out the job's application and submit the necessary supporting materials. To apply, you might need your social security number or tax ID, citizenship or visa information and a digital copy of your resume. You might also need to provide a teaching statement that covers your teaching methodology and a cover letter. Additionally, a background check and fingerprinting may be required.
Research the rates of independent tutors and services. Use this information to set your hourly or per-session rates. Also base your rates on your tutoring and teaching experience. If your experience is limited or you do not have a college degree, offer a lower rate. If you are experienced or have a relevant degree, such as a degree in education, offer a higher rate.
Determine where you will be tutoring. You can tutor from your home or an office, travel to students' homes or get permission to tutor at a local elementary school. Consider how your tutoring location affects your ability to compete with other local tutors.
Create advertisements that describe your qualifications and services in a clear, concise and memorable manner. Post your ads online, in public places that parents frequent and at schools. You need permission to post signs in some locations, such as schools and businesses. Talk to local teachers about your services.
Monitor your phone and inbox for messages from parents. Respond to messages within 24 hours.
Arrange meetings with parents to discuss your services. They will feel more confident about hiring you if they get to know you. Take your resume to meetings and the results of a background check, if you have them.