Share Your Knowledge. Earn Extra Income.

Help the next generation of linemen succeed while making meaningful side income on your own schedule.

Why Tutor with Trade Tutor?

You've spent years mastering your trade. Now you can help apprentices while earning extra money doing something you already enjoy—teaching.

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Competitive Compensation

Earn competitive rates for your time and expertise. Work as much or as little as you want.

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Complete Flexibility

Set your own schedule—day or night, morning or evening. Tutor a few hours when it works for you or dedicate more time—it's entirely up to you.

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Work From Home

All sessions are remote via video call. No commute, no classroom, just log on and teach.

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Choose Your Students

Accept the sessions that fit your schedule. Decide whether you want one-off sessions or regular students.

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Make a Real Impact

Help struggling apprentices succeed and change careers. You remember what it's like—be the mentor they need.

Use Your Experience

Your real-world knowledge is valuable. Share what you've learned over decades in the field.

Tutoring Options for You

Choose the type of tutoring that fits your lifestyle and preferences.

Flexible Sessions

Pick up 1-hour sessions when you're available. No commitments, complete control over your schedule.

  • Accept or decline session requests
  • Set your available hours
  • Different students each time
  • Answer specific questions
  • Minimal prep time required

Perfect for occasional side income

Intensive Mentorship

Take on apprentices who need comprehensive support throughout their entire program.

  • Multiple sessions per week
  • Long-term commitment (months)
  • Create custom materials
  • In-depth mentoring relationship
  • Higher compensation

For experienced educators

Tutor Requirements

We're looking for experienced journeymen who want to help apprentices succeed.

✅ Active Journeyman License

Must hold a current journeyman lineman license or master lineman certification.

✅ Field Experience

Minimum 5+ years working in the trade with hands-on knowledge.

✅ Teaching Ability

Patience and ability to explain complex concepts clearly to apprentices.

✅ Reliable Communication

Access to video calling (Zoom, FaceTime) and ability to keep scheduled sessions.

✅ Subject Knowledge

Strong understanding of electrical theory, transformers, and exam preparation.

✅ Background Check

All tutors complete a background check to ensure student safety.

How It Works

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Apply

Submit your application with your credentials and experience.

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Get Verified

We verify your journeyman license and conduct a background check.

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Set Availability

Tell us when you're available and what type of tutoring you prefer.

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Start Tutoring

Get matched with students, conduct sessions, and get paid.

What You'll Teach

Help apprentices with the topics you know best.

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Pre-Apprentice Preparation

Help students get ready before their program starts. Build foundations in math and electrical basics.

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Aptitude Test Tutoring

Prepare students for NJATC, IBEW, and utility aptitude tests with practice and strategies.

Electrical Theory

Circuits, power systems, calculations, and fundamental concepts.

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Safety & Systems

Help students understand safety procedures, system protection, and grounding.

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Test Preparation

Practice exams, test strategies, and reviewing weak areas.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our team of experienced journeymen helping the next generation succeed.

Apply to Become a Tutor