Earn RM 150–350 / hr · Set your own hours · Make a real difference
Acorn Tutoring serves expat families across Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and UAE. We look for tutors with deep IGCSE curriculum knowledge, familiarity with schools such as Garden International, Nexus, Dulwich, and GEMS — and the ability to support students sitting Cambridge, Pearson, or IB assessments.
Only 8% of applicants are accepted — giving parents and students complete confidence in every tutor.
Join a community of professionals who are serious about education.
Set your own rates. The average on our platform is RM 150–350 / hr (Rates vary by location (MY / SG / HK / UAE)). No platform fees deducted from your advertised rate — what you quote is what you earn.
Work when you want. Set your own availability — evenings, weekends, school holidays, or full-time. Teach online or in-person. You are always in control of your schedule.
Real impact on students' futures — from GCSE grade improvements to university offers. Our tutors report high satisfaction from watching students grow in confidence and ability.
Everything you need to know before applying.
A minimum 2:1 degree (or international equivalent) in your subject area, plus at least one year of tutoring or teaching experience. Qualified teachers (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent) are also welcome.
There are 5 stages: application review, document verification, a 30-minute teaching assessment, profile setup, and ongoing quality monitoring. The full process typically takes 2–3 weeks from application to first lesson.
You set your own hourly rate. Most tutors on our platform earn £35–80/hr (or local equivalent), depending on subject, level, and location. GCSE subjects typically command £35–50/hr; A-Level and specialist subjects £50–80/hr.
Yes, for UK-based tutors offering in-person lessons an Enhanced DBS check is mandatory. We help you arrange this if you do not already have one. Online-only tutors outside the UK undergo equivalent background checks.
Absolutely. All sessions on our platform are supported online via video call. Many tutors teach exclusively online, which lets you work from anywhere and accept students across the country (or internationally).
Once your profile is live, our matching system connects you with families whose requirements align with your subjects, availability, and location. You are never required to do your own marketing — we handle student acquisition.
Applications take around 10 minutes. We review every submission within 48 hours and will contact you by email with next steps.
Response within 48 hours · No obligation
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