tutor-agreement.md

Tutor Agreement

Introduction

This Tutor Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Corypheus Inc. DBA Russian Math Tutors ("RMT"), a California corporation, and you as a Tutor ("Tutor," "you," or "your"). This Agreement governs your relationship with RMT and outlines the terms and conditions of your service provision through the RMT platform at https://russianmathtutors.com.

By registering as a Tutor on our platform or providing tutoring services through RMT, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms outlined in this Agreement. If you do not agree with any provision of this Agreement, you may not provide tutoring services through RMT.

Tutor Relationship

The relationship between RMT and the Tutor is that of an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating an employer-employee relationship, partnership, joint venture, agency, or any form of employment relationship. As an independent contractor, you:

Are responsible for your own taxes, including income tax and self-employment tax
Are not eligible for any employee benefits from RMT
Have the freedom to determine your own teaching methods, subject to compliance with RMT standards
May set your own rates and availability, subject to the terms of this Agreement

Tutor Services and Responsibilities

Registration and Profile

You agree to provide accurate and complete information during the registration process. You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of your profile information, qualifications, teaching areas, availability, and rates. RMT reserves the right to verify your credentials and background at any time.

Class Scheduling and Attendance

You agree to:

Honor your posted availability and scheduled classes
Start and end classes at the scheduled times
Provide at least 24 hours' notice for any cancellations
Make reasonable efforts to reschedule classes canceled by you
Notify RMT of extended unavailability at least one week in advance

Teaching Quality and Student Support

You agree to:

Deliver high-quality instruction that meets RMT standards
Be prepared for each class with appropriate materials
Provide feedback and progress reports to students as appropriate
Assign and review homework when applicable
Respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
Maintain professional conduct at all times

Compensation and Payments

Fee Structure

You may set your own hourly rate for tutoring services
RMT will retain a platform fee of 35% of all payments received for your services
Your net compensation will be 65% of the student payments for your services

Payment Schedule

Payments will be processed monthly for all completed classes
Payments will be made by the 10th day of the month following the month in which services were provided
Payments will be made via PayPal, direct deposit, or other methods agreed upon by RMT and you
For tax purposes, RMT will issue appropriate tax forms annually if required by law

Cancellations and No-Shows

If a student cancels less than 6 hours before a scheduled class, you will receive compensation for the class
If you cancel a class, regardless of timing, you will not receive compensation for that class
Repeated cancellations by you may result in termination of this Agreement at RMT's discretion

Intellectual Property

Your Materials

You retain ownership of original teaching materials that you create. However, by uploading or sharing materials through the RMT platform, you grant RMT a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such materials solely for the purpose of providing services through the platform.

RMT Materials

All content provided by RMT, including but not limited to the platform, curriculum, software, graphics, and brand elements, is the property of RMT or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may use RMT materials solely for the purpose of providing tutoring services on the platform.

Restrictions

You agree not to:

Use RMT materials outside the platform without written permission
Share or distribute RMT proprietary materials to third parties
Create derivative works based on RMT materials without authorization
Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any materials

Confidentiality

Student Information

You agree to maintain the confidentiality of all student information, including but not limited to personal details, academic records, and payment information. You shall not disclose such information to any third party except as required by law or with the student's explicit consent.

Business Information

You agree not to disclose any confidential information about RMT's business, including but not limited to operational procedures, marketing strategies, and financial information.

Non-Solicitation

During the term of this Agreement and for six (6) months following its termination, you agree not to directly solicit any students whom you met through the RMT platform for the purpose of providing tutoring services outside the platform.

Term and Termination

Term

This Agreement commences upon your acceptance and continues until terminated by either party.

Termination Without Cause

Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing at least seven (7) days' written notice to the other party.

Termination With Cause

RMT may terminate this Agreement immediately if:

You breach any provision of this Agreement
You engage in conduct that could damage RMT's reputation
You fail to maintain teaching standards as determined by RMT
You have no activity on the platform for three (3) consecutive months

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

You will complete any scheduled classes that were booked prior to termination
You will receive payment for classes completed prior to termination
You will cease using any RMT materials or platform access
Your profile will be removed from the platform

Liability and Indemnification

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RMT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT OR YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless RMT and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

Your provision of tutoring services
Your violation of this Agreement
Your violation of any third-party rights
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by final and binding arbitration in accordance with the Federal Arbitration Act. The arbitration shall be conducted by a single neutral arbitrator and administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or an equivalent arbitration service at a location in San Jose, California.

The arbitrator's award shall be final, and judgment may be entered upon it in any court of competent jurisdiction. If any legal action or arbitration arises from these Terms, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its costs and reasonable attorney's fees.

General Provisions

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any rights or obligations hereunder without RMT's prior written consent. Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision shall be null and void.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and RMT regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, and communications, whether written or oral.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely approximates the intent of the original provision.

Waiver

The failure of RMT to enforce any right or provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged and agreed to by RMT in writing.

Modifications

RMT reserves the right to modify this Agreement at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated Agreement on our website or by email. Your continued provision of tutoring services after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.