Can an O Level graduate give private tuition to Sec 3 and 4 students ?

I am waiting for my polytechnic semester to start and was wondering whether should I give private tuition to earn some pocket money. I plan to teach sec 3 and 4 students, reason being I have just graduated not long ago, so I am still quite familiar with the current O Level syllabus .

I am very strong at E Maths , A Maths , Combined Chemistry and Physics. So I am thinking of giving private tuition for these subjects . My average score in sec school was 90 for A Maths, 85 for combined science and 93 for E Maths. I recently graduated from XXX Sec School .

Also, I have helped 2 friends whilst studying for the O levels and they fared quite well in the end . I will probably charge only $10-$20 per hour depending on the location. What do you think ?

Student X

You sound very confident ( some may even feel you are cocky). Lots and lots and lots of people are strong in E and A Maths, in case you aren't aware. Which in all honesty means you are actually quite ordinary. Still, you are rather brave to want to teach fresh out of secondary school.

Take note: When people wish to hire a tutor, it ain't just about knowing the subject (inside out) one intends to teach, it's also about the whole package-his/her academic credentials, overall report cards obtained at various national examination levels. Not to mention age and experience are important things to factor into consideration as well.

But if you really feel you got what it takes, go ahead. We all have to start from somewhere. Just please be truthful with your tutee when you can't solve something (do not teach the wrong stuff in a bid to save face).

Good luck with getting students, and always stay humble. Peace.

Best Regards,

Mr Koh