Getting-started

For Agents

Getting Started Guide

Welcome to Tutorwise! This guide will help you set up your agent account and start building your tutoring network.

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New Agent? Follow these steps to establish your organization and start managing tutors and students effectively.

What is an Agent on Tutorwise?

Agents are network builders who connect tutors with students at scale. As an agent, you can:

  • Build and manage a network of tutors
  • Connect students with qualified tutors
  • Earn commissions on all network activity
  • Delegate referral commissions to grow faster
  • Access organization-level analytics and tools

Step 1: Complete Your Agent Profile

Organization Details

Set up your organization information:

  • Organization name and branding
  • Business registration details (if applicable)
  • Contact information and support channels
  • Service area and specializations

Profile Photo and Bio

  • Use a professional headshot or organization logo
  • Write a compelling bio explaining your mission
  • Highlight your network's unique value proposition
  • Describe the types of tutors and students you work with
Tip

Best Practice: Position yourself as a trusted education partner, not just a service provider. Students and parents value relationships.

Step 2: Set Up Payment Details

Connect Your Stripe Account

Before earning commissions, you need to set up payments:

  1. Go to AccountPayments
  2. Click Connect Stripe Account
  3. Complete Stripe's verification process
  4. Add your bank account details
  5. Verify your identity (required for payouts)
Note

Verification Time: Stripe verification typically takes 1-2 business days. You can start building your network while waiting.

Step 3: Build Your Agent Credibility Score

Success

Agent CaaS is Live! As an agent, you now have your own credibility score that helps you recruit better tutors and win client trust.

What is Agent CaaS?

Your Agent Credibility Score (CaaS) is a 0-100 rating that reflects:

  • Recruitment Quality: Average CaaS score of tutors you've recruited
  • Business Growth: Sessions and revenue generated by your network
  • Professional Operations: Subscription status and business verification
  • Platform Engagement: Active recruitment and responsiveness

Why It Matters

Benefits of High Agent CaaS (70+):

  • Easier tutor recruitment (tutors trust verified agents)
  • Featured placement as "Verified Agent"
  • Higher conversion on referrals
  • Access to premium agent benefits
  • Enhanced credibility for your organisation

Quick Wins to Boost Your Score

Immediate Actions:

  1. Subscribe to Organisation Premium (+10 points)
    • Shows professional commitment
    • Unlocks advanced team management features
  2. Get Business Verified (Professional Operations bonus)
    • Upload business registration documents
    • Demonstrates legitimacy
  3. Respond Quickly (Platform Engagement)
    • Reply to tutor inquiries within 2 hours
    • Shows professionalism

Ongoing Growth:

  • Recruit high-quality tutors with strong credentials (CaaS 70+)
  • Support your tutors to get active bookings
  • Stay engaged with consistent recruitment
  • Maintain professional communication
Note

Two Scores: If you own an organisation, you'll have both an Agent CaaS (personal) and an Organisation CaaS (team-based). Both matter for different reasons!

Learn more in our Advanced Guide for Agents and Credibility Score Guide.

Step 4: Build Your Tutor Network

Recruiting Tutors

Where to Find Tutors:

  • Teacher training programs and universities
  • Teaching associations and forums
  • Social media groups for educators
  • Existing tutoring communities
  • Professional networks like LinkedIn

What Tutors Look For:

  • Steady stream of student referrals
  • Fair commission structures
  • Professional support and training
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Growth opportunities

Using Referral Codes

Share your unique referral code to recruit tutors:

  1. Go to Referrals dashboard
  2. Copy your unique referral link
  3. Share with potential tutors
  4. Track sign-ups in real-time

Your referral link:

https://tutorwise.com/signup?ref=YOUR_CODE
Success

Commission Structure: Earn 3% commission on all bookings in your network for the first 12 months of each tutor's activity.

Step 5: Recruit Students

Finding Students

Best Channels:

  • Local schools and parent groups
  • Community centers and libraries
  • Social media advertising
  • Educational events and fairs
  • Word-of-mouth referrals

Marketing Your Services

Effective Messaging:

  • Highlight your vetted tutor network
  • Emphasize personalized matching
  • Show success stories and testimonials
  • Offer free consultations
  • Demonstrate value and results

Step 6: Set Up Referral Delegation

Supercharge your growth by delegating commissions to sub-agents:

How Delegation Works

  1. Find trusted partners who can recruit on your behalf
  2. Delegate a percentage of your commission (10-50%)
  3. They promote your network using your referral code
  4. Commissions split automatically
  5. Both parties earn from network growth

Setting Up Delegation

  1. Go to ReferralsDelegation
  2. Search for agent by their referral code
  3. Set delegation percentage
  4. Confirm delegation agreement
  5. Monitor delegated performance

Example:

  • You earn 3% on network bookings
  • Delegate 40% to a sub-agent
  • Sub-agent earns 1.2% (40% of 3%)
  • You still earn 1.8%
  • Faster network growth benefits everyone

Step 7: Manage Your Network

Organization Dashboard

Access powerful tools to manage your network:

Key Metrics:

  • Total tutors in network
  • Active bookings this month
  • Commission earnings (pending and paid)
  • Student satisfaction ratings
  • Tutor performance analytics

Network Management:

  • Tutor onboarding status
  • Booking activity by tutor
  • Student feedback and reviews
  • Payment processing status
  • Growth trends and forecasts

Supporting Your Tutors

Best Practices:

  • Regular check-ins and feedback sessions
  • Training on platform features
  • Help with marketing and student acquisition
  • Quick response to questions and issues
  • Recognition for top performers
Tip

Success Tip: The most successful agents treat their tutors as partners, not just referrals. Invest in their success and they'll invest in yours.

Step 8: Track Your Earnings

Commission Structure for Agents

Network Activity Commission:

  • 3% on all bookings in your network
  • Duration: First 12 months per tutor
  • No minimum booking amount
  • Unlimited earning potential

Example Calculation:

  • Network generates £10,000 in bookings
  • Platform takes 15% fee: £1,500
  • Your commission: £300 (3% of £10,000)
  • Paid weekly to your Stripe account

Payment Timeline

  1. Booking completes successfully
  2. Payment processes (24-48 hours)
  3. Commission added to your balance
  4. Weekly payout every Friday
  5. Transfer to your bank (2-5 business days)

Minimum Payout: £50 minimum withdrawal

Scaling Your Network

Growth Strategies

Month 1-3: Foundation

  • Recruit 10-20 quality tutors
  • Build student pipeline
  • Establish support processes
  • Set up delegation structure

Month 4-6: Expansion

  • Scale to 50+ tutors
  • Diversify subject offerings
  • Expand to new geographic areas
  • Develop marketing partnerships

Month 7-12: Optimization

  • Focus on high-performing niches
  • Implement advanced delegation
  • Automate operational processes
  • Build brand reputation

Commission Tiers

Unlock higher commissions as you grow:

Standard (0-20 tutors):

  • 3% network commission
  • Basic analytics

Silver (20-50 tutors):

  • 4% network commission
  • Advanced analytics
  • Priority support

Gold (50-100 tutors):

  • 5% network commission
  • Custom dashboards
  • Dedicated account manager

Platinum (100+ tutors):

  • 6% network commission
  • Custom commission structures
  • Marketing support
  • API access

Tools and Resources

Marketing Materials

Access professional marketing assets:

Available Resources:

  • Agent presentation templates
  • Tutor recruitment flyers
  • Student brochures
  • Social media graphics
  • Email campaign templates

Download from: Referrals → Marketing Assets

Analytics and Reporting

Track Key Metrics:

  • Network size and growth rate
  • Booking volume and trends
  • Commission earnings breakdown
  • Tutor retention rates
  • Student satisfaction scores

Export Reports:

  • Monthly earnings statements
  • Network performance reports
  • Tax documentation
  • Custom analytics exports

Best Practices for Agents

Do's

  • Focus on quality over quantity when recruiting
  • Support tutors with ongoing training
  • Build genuine relationships with students and parents
  • Track metrics and optimize performance
  • Communicate transparently about commissions
  • Respond quickly to issues and questions

Don'ts

  • Make unrealistic earnings promises
  • Recruit unqualified or unprofessional tutors
  • Neglect tutor support after onboarding
  • Spam or use aggressive marketing tactics
  • Violate platform terms of service
  • Share confidential network data
Important

Important: Violating agent policies may result in commission forfeiture, network suspension, or account termination.

Success Stories

Case Study: Metro Tutoring Agency

Background:

  • Started with 5 tutors in London
  • Focused on GCSE and A-Level subjects
  • Used delegation to expand to 3 cities

Strategy:

  1. Recruited high-quality tutors from local universities
  2. Built partnerships with schools for student referrals
  3. Delegated to sub-agents in Birmingham and Manchester
  4. Provided weekly training sessions for tutors
  5. Invested in local SEO and Google Ads

Results:

  • 85 active tutors across 3 cities
  • £2,500+ monthly commission income
  • Gold tier benefits
  • 4.9/5.0 average student satisfaction
  • 92% tutor retention rate

Common Questions

How much can I earn as an agent? Earnings depend on network size and activity. Successful agents with 50+ active tutors typically earn £1,000-£5,000+ per month.

Do I need a business license? This depends on your location. Consult local regulations. Tutorwise works with both individuals and registered businesses.

Can I recruit tutors from other platforms? Yes, but ensure they comply with any non-compete agreements they may have signed elsewhere.

How long does it take to build a profitable network? Most agents reach profitability within 3-6 months with consistent effort.

Can I be both an agent and a tutor? Yes! Many successful agents also tutor, giving them firsthand platform experience.

What support does Tutorwise provide to agents? Priority email support, dedicated account manager (Gold+), marketing resources, and analytics tools.

Need Help?

Need Help?

Questions about becoming an agent?

  • Live Chat: Get instant help
  • Email: agents@tutorwise.com
  • Agent Onboarding: Book a 1-on-1 setup call
  • Community: Join our Agent Success Forum

Quick Links

Ready to Build Your Network? Complete your agent profile and start recruiting tutors today!

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