Seeking advice
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@Gavin-0 Philippines
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thinking of leaving to teach full-time at TutorABC so I can focus more on my child.
I am currently full time tutorABC but I do not have a biological responsibility with a beating heart to take care of. :P (congrats on your child <3 )
That being said I average a solid amount of income each year with a fully booked schedule on months when demand is high but I do see a decrease in bookings during summer months.
It is possible, but again, I support only myself.
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@Gladys-16 I honestly do not recommend it. As long as it remains a virtual experience, it can be unstable. The number of students changes each month, and the booking system has its quirks that you will need to learn. It can work well as a side job, but I don't know if it can effectively replace a university position. Additionally, working at a university provides opportunities for science projects and papers, which can lead to extra income—something you won't find here. I guess you will need more money when they get older. You won't get that opportunity here; the best you could get is myopia from staring at the screen, etc. Based on my experience, we often have very challenging months after summer vacation, where we earn zero dollars for several months.
Head to the park with your kids after the shift, and have a good day.
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@Luka-43 I got myopia since online teaching haha!
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I got it during my university studies. Anyway, it is not only related to staring at displays, but also the things that are close to us. Check out William Bates' books. That was one of the best ophthalmologists of his time; his exercises might help. I practice and it gets better, but it requires consistency. (They will not recommend it in the ophthalmology ordination, but will recommend changing the glasses as the diopter gets worse.
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@Gladys-16 said in Seeking advice:
but thinking of leaving to teach full-time at TutorABC so I can focus more on my child. Has anyone made a similar move, and what advice would you offer?
Hi, I waited 6 months before I went full-time to make sure it is something that will work for me and so did a friend of mine. 8 years later, no regrets :)
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@Emmanuel-1 thank you! In which months are booking usually slow?
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@Sophia-M I’m on my 7th month now. I hope I won’t have any regrets.
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We are contractors, so the income is definitely inconsistent month by month. If you can handle the inconsistency then go for it! Otherwise, you'll be better off with dual incomes, meaning a job with TABC + another!!
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Hi, I waited 6 months before I went full-time to make sure it is something that will work for me and so did a friend of mine. 8 years later, no regrets :)
@Sophia-M Also this. I mean Sophia has been year since I can basically remember myself in TutorABC.
I can vouch for the stability the platform provides me. Let alone a sense of safety.
So if you are trying to weigh the pros and cons, I am pretty certain that the ASIAN standards of "work ethics" outweigh those of mose western counties out there.
BY FAR
Without a bitterness but an intense those of pragmatism and for the shake of seeing this clearly and positively I highly suggest understanding stories like @Sophia-M 's better to really digest what we got going on being hired here.
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@Gladys-16 Just the summer.
July probably being the worst but still I am 65-75% booked.
100% booked the rest of the time with rare occurences of a green slot.
Also this comes down to individual teacher and student preferences so if you give it your all when the camera and microphone opens believe me you have nothing to be afraid of.
Quality, consistency, period[.]
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I've kept all my eggs in the TABC basket for many years and will continue to do so until the day comes when my services are no longer needed
@Wayne-1 That day won't come Wayne!
/Hat tip
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@Wayne-1 Excellent advice Wayne
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@Gladys-16 Great! How has it been going for you? How's your schedule? Have you been able to cover costs? So I'd say only you can make that decision based on the situation you're in. I can only share mine. Correction, it was 9 years ago :D I like that TutorABC is very dynamic and always keeps me on my toes🩰 so to speak! If you're happy with how things are going, then it's a great decision! Also, one more realistic thing to consider, since it's work from home, is that you'll get really tired of your house! 😆
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@Sophia-M I'm doing good so far. It's still my part-time job, but I think the pay is already more than what I'd be earning at a university. I hope this will continue to sustain me, I'm planning to go full-time this September, hoping that month won’t be slow in bookings.
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@Gladys-16 I wouldn't recommend it. Especially if you need money for your family. It best kept at a side hustle for extra money. I am doing full time at the moment due to baby about to be born and gives me flexiblity and money isn't an issue for me and my wife. But will be switiching back to part time once the baby is more managable for both us and I will get a full time position. So I think full time in a short term is okay but longterm probably not the best.
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@Ross-31 All the best for the baby! 👶🏻 Exciting times ahead! Yes, this doesn't work for everyone for sure. It all depends on the country they live in, education and other work opportunities available. It also takes a certain character to work from home full time and be happy. I am most happy to be hope with my baby and work online!😀
