BECOME A TUTOR
To become an Explorer Hop approved tutor, you must first
fill in the application form below. Please note you must
provide proof of your credentials, a copy of your
government issued ID, and complete basic subject
competency tests for each subject you are interested in
tutoring for. Subject competency tests can be accessed
through the sub-tab under Tutor Finder.
COMPLETE THE FORM
If you are approved, you will be sent a link to create your
own tutor profile, including setting up your payment details,
through the email address you provide in the form. Read all
the information below on how to complete this step.Getting Started Is Easy
Apply → Complete Verification → Create Your Profile →
Start Connecting with Students
Why Become an Explorer Hop Tutor?
Share your knowledge, earn income, and
make a meaningful impact on students.
Whether you're a university student,
educator, or professional, tutoring is a
flexible way to help others succeed.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for tutors who are
knowledgeable, reliable, professional, and
passionate about helping students learn.
Strong communication skills and the ability to
explain concepts clearly are essential.
How to Set Up Payment
Shortcut if you already have a personal PayPal account
Log in → click the Settings gear → Account Type → Upgrade to
a Business account, and your existing balance/history carries
over — no need to start from scratch.
Step 1 — Start the signup
Go to paypal.com and click Sign Up. When asked to pick an
account type, select Business Account.
Step 2 — Basic login info
Enter an email address you check regularly (this becomes the
PayPal login) and create a password.
Step 3 — Confirm the email
PayPal sends a confirmation email — open it and click the
verification link.
Step 4 — Business details
Fill in the shop/business name, business address, business phone
number, and estimated monthly sales.
Step 5 — Choose business type
Two options: Sole Proprietorship or Company.
If you're not a formally registered LLC/corporation, choose Sole
Proprietorship — you can just use your own name and your Social
Security Number, no EIN needed.
If your business is incorporated, choose Company and you'll
need an EIN.
Step 6 — Identity verification info
Enter your SSN (or EIN if applicable) and date of birth — PayPal
uses this to verify identity.
Step 7 — Agree and create
Review the User Agreement and Privacy Policy, then click Agree
and Create Account.
Step 8 — Link a bank account
Enter the bank's routing number and account number — a
business bank account is ideal, but a personal one works if that's
all you have.
Step 9 — Verify the bank
PayPal drops two small deposits (usually under a dollar) into that
account within a couple business days. Log back into PayPal and
enter those exact amounts to confirm ownership.
Step 10 — Done
Once verified, the account is ready to receive payouts!
