Setting Up Your Profile
Create a compelling profile that attracts students and showcases your expertise.
Why Your Profile Matters
Your profile is your first impression on potential students:
Build Trust
A complete profile shows you're serious about tutoring
Get Found
Better profiles rank higher in search results
Attract Students
Detailed profiles convert more visitors to bookings
Profile Photo
Your photo helps students recognize and connect with you:
Do
- ✓ Use a clear, well-lit photo
- ✓ Show your face clearly
- ✓ Smile and look approachable
- ✓ Use a professional background
Don't
- ✗ Use blurry or dark photos
- ✗ Use group photos
- ✗ Hide behind sunglasses
- ✗ Use heavily filtered images
Professional Title
Your title appears prominently on your profile card:
Good Title Examples
- • "Math & Physics Tutor | 10+ Years Experience"
- • "Professional Spanish Teacher | Native Speaker"
- • "SAT Prep Expert | 1500+ Score Achiever"
- • "Computer Science Mentor | Software Engineer at Google"
Writing Your Bio
Your bio tells your story and builds connection with students:
Start with credentials
Your education, certifications, or professional background
Share your teaching philosophy
How you approach tutoring and help students succeed
Highlight achievements
Student success stories, awards, or notable accomplishments
Be personable
Share what makes you passionate about teaching
Adding Your Expertise
Clearly define what you teach:
- 1Go to Profile → Edit Profile
- 2Tap Add Expertise
- 3Select a category (e.g., Math, Languages, Test Prep)
- 4Add specific subjects within that category
- 5Set your experience level for each
Profile Completion
Aim for 100% profile completion. Complete profiles get up to 5x more bookings!
Check your profile completion percentage at the top of your Profile page.
Profile Tips
- • Use keywords students might search for
- • Update your profile regularly with new achievements
- • Ask happy students for reviews
- • Add portfolio items or sample materials if relevant
- • Keep your bio concise but comprehensive