Profile Setup

Profile Essentials

Required Information

All Users:

• Full name
• Profile photo
• Email address (verified)
• Account type (Tutor/Student/Agent)

Tutors Additionally:

• Bio (200-500 words)
• Qualifications
• Teaching experience
• Subjects and levels
• Availability

Profile Photo

Photo Guidelines

Best Practices:

• Professional headshot
• Smiling, friendly expression
• Good lighting
• Plain or blurred background
• Face clearly visible
• Recent photo (within 2 years)

Technical Requirements:

• Minimum 400×400 pixels
• Maximum 5MB file size
• Formats: JPG, PNG
• Square or portrait orientation

Why Photos Matter

Profiles with photos:

• Get 5x more views
• Receive 3x more booking requests
• Build immediate trust
• Appear more professional

Writing Your Bio

Bio Structure

Paragraph 1: Hook (2-3 sentences)

• Your strongest credential
• Years of experience
• Notable achievement

Example:

"Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm a qualified teacher with 10 years of experience teaching GCSE Mathematics. My students consistently achieve A and A* grades, with a 95% pass rate."

Paragraph 2: Teaching Approach (3-4 sentences)

• Your methodology
• What makes you different
• How you help students

Example:

"I believe every student can excel in math with the right approach. I use real-world examples and visual aids to make complex concepts understandable. My sessions are patient, engaging, and tailored to your learning style."

Paragraph 3: What Students Get (2-3 sentences)

• Session structure
• Materials provided
• Support offered

Example:

"Each session includes personalized lesson plans and practice worksheets. I provide homework after sessions and offer email support between lessons for quick questions."

Bio Tips

Do:

• Write in first person ("I" not "She/He")
• Use "you" to speak directly to students
• Be specific about results
• Show personality
• Keep it under 500 words

Don't:

• Use jargon or complex language
• Make unsupported claims
• Copy other tutors' bios
• Include contact information
• Write in third person

Adding Qualifications

Education

Include:

• Degrees (Bachelor's, Master's, PhD)
• Teaching certifications (PGCE, QTS)
• Subject-specific qualifications
• University names and graduation years

Example:

BSc Mathematics, University of Manchester (2015)
PGCE Secondary Mathematics, UCL (2016)
A-Level: Maths (A*), Further Maths (A*), Physics (A)

Teaching Experience

Details to Add:

• Years teaching
• Age groups taught
• Institutions (schools, tutoring centers)
• Specializations

Example:

Mathematics Teacher, Manchester Grammar School (2016-2020)
Private Tutor, Self-employed (2020-Present)
Specialization: GCSE and A-Level exam preparation
300+ students taught, 95% achieved A-A* grades

Certifications

Relevant Certifications:

• DBS check (UK)
• First Aid
• Safeguarding training
• Subject-specific certifications

Upload:

• Clear scans or photos
• All four corners visible
• Text readable
• Not expired

Setting Availability

Calendar Best Practices

Regular Schedule:

• Set consistent weekly hours
• Include peak times (evenings, weekends)
• Allow 15-30 minute buffers between sessions
• Block personal commitments

Optimal Availability:

• Weekday evenings: 4-8 PM
• Saturdays: 9 AM-5 PM
• Sundays: 10 AM-4 PM
• Minimum 10-15 hours/week for regular bookings

Verification

Identity Verification

Why Verify:

• Builds trust with students
• Increases booking rate
• Required for certain features
• Shows on profile badge

How to Verify:

1. Go to Account → Settings
2. Click "Verify Identity"
3. Upload government ID
4. Take selfie for comparison
5. Wait 24-48 hours for approval

Accepted IDs:

• Passport
• Driver's license
• National ID card

DBS Check (UK Tutors)

Enhanced DBS:

• Required for under-18s
• Shows on profile
• Increases parent trust
• Upload certificate copy

How to Get:

• Apply through DBS Update Service
• Upload to Tutorwise
• Renewal every 3 years

Profile Optimization

Completion Checklist

Basic (50% complete):

• Photo uploaded
• Bio written
• Qualifications added
• At least one listing

Advanced (100% complete):

• Identity verified
• DBS uploaded (tutors)
• 5+ qualifications listed
• Video introduction
• 10+ hours availability
• Reviews received

Profile Strength

Check Your Score:

• View in Account → Profile
• See completion percentage
• Get improvement suggestions
• Compare to top tutors

Strong Profiles Have:

• 90%+ completion score
• Verified badge
• Multiple qualifications
• Recent reviews
• Regular availability

Video Introduction (Optional)

Why Add Video?

Benefits:

• 3x more likely to get bookings
• Shows personality
• Builds immediate connection
• Demonstrates teaching style

Video Guidelines

Content (30-60 seconds):

• Introduce yourself
• Explain your teaching approach
• Show enthusiasm
• Speak directly to camera

Technical:

• Good lighting (natural or ring light)
• Clear audio
• Plain background
• Horizontal orientation
• Maximum 2 minutes

Privacy Settings

What's Public?

Always Visible:

• Name and photo
• Bio
• Qualifications
• Reviews
• Listings

Never Visible:

• Email address
• Phone number
• Full address
• Bank details
• Payment history

Control Your Visibility

Profile Settings:

• Show/hide last active
• Display/hide age
• Public or private profile
• Search visibility

Updating Your Profile

Keep It Fresh

Regular Updates:

• Add new qualifications
• Update availability seasonally
• Refresh bio annually
• Add new teaching experience
• Update photo every 2-3 years

Seasonal Adjustments:

• Exam season: Highlight exam prep
• Summer: Offer catch-up sessions
• September: Focus on new academic year

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