These guidelines help tutors create clear, compelling class listings that give parents the information they need to choose the right class for their child. A strong listing builds trust, sets expectations, and helps your class stand out.
Class Title
Your class title is the first thing parents read. Make it count by keeping it clear, engaging, and descriptive.
Guidelines
- Let your voice as an educator shine: Focus on your unique teaching style rather than referencing Mojo, Nova, or other ClassDojo/Dojo Tutor branding
- Clear, engaging, and descriptive (60 characters max)
- Titles should be written in Title Case
- Focus on topic/approach, not grade levels or ages
- Avoid ALL CAPS or excessive punctuation
- Optional emoji use (1–2 max, if it adds clarity)
- All group classes on Dojo Tutor must be open to learners regardless of gender. Gender-restricted classes are not permitted on the platform — this keeps the class catalog accessible to every family browsing.
- In practice, this usually comes down to a few small updates:
- Enrollment: Make sure your class is open to all genders, not limited to "boys only" or "girls only."
- Title & description language: Avoid language that signals a class is for one gender (e.g., "Girls' Art Club" or "Boys' STEM Squad"). Instead, frame around the activity or interest: "Watercolor Studio" or "Robotics Builders."
- Session content: The class content itself can absolutely stay as you've designed it. A ballet class is still a ballet class, and a woodworking class is still a woodworking class — you just don't need to restrict who can sign up.
- The goal is simple: any family browsing should feel welcome to enroll their child based on interest, not gender.
- In practice, this usually comes down to a few small updates:
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Class Summary
The class summary should be a 1–2 sentence, brief overview that includes:
- What students will learn or do
- Your teaching approach, or what makes it unique
- A target outcome or benefit
✅ Example: “Students master multiplication facts through exciting detective mysteries, building speed and confidence while solving math clues to crack weekly cases.”
✅ Example: “Young writers explore storytelling through creative prompts, character building, and supportive peer sharing in an encouraging group environment.”
Class Thumbnail
A great thumbnail helps parents find the right class. When parents browse group classes, your thumbnail is the first thing they notice. A clean, clear image that connects to your subject builds trust and helps your class stand out in a crowded list.
Keep it simple
The most common mistake is trying to fit too much into the thumbnail. Your class title, grade level, and your name already appear right below the image, so you don’t need to repeat any of that inside the thumbnail itself.
Instead, let a single clear image do the work. A photo of art supplies, a close-up of a book, a screenshot from your class slides, or a simple illustration related to your topic will communicate more than a wall of text ever could.
Go easy on the text
At thumbnail size, especially on a phone, text gets tiny and unreadable fast. If you want to include text, keep it to one or two large, bold words. Skip subtitles, grade ranges, and full class names inside the image.
Be careful with AI image generators
Tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and DALL-E can be tempting, but the images they produce tend to look generic and cluttered. If you do use AI tools, keep the result clean and simple. Avoid the “everything at once” look, where every inch is filled with generated characters, objects, and effects.
Better alternatives: real photos from
- Unsplash (unsplash.com) or Pexels (pexels.com) for free stock photos
- Screenshots from your own class slides and activities
- Simple illustrations that relate to your subject
Think about what parents see when scrolling
Parents are scanning a grid of class options. A clean, focused thumbnail stands out next to busy, text-heavy ones. Ask yourself: at a glance, can a parent tell what this class is about?
Thumbnail Quick Checklist
- Is the image clean and uncluttered (not packed with elements)?
- Have I avoided repeating the class title inside the image?
- Is any text large enough to read on a phone?
- Does the image relate to my class topic?
- Would this stand out in a grid of other thumbnails?
Class Video
Class listings can now include a short video. This is a chance for families to get a feel for the class experience before enrolling. Videos that perform well tend to share a few things in common.
Length: Videos between 30 and 90 seconds tend to hold attention best. Most families are browsing on their phones and scanning quickly, so shorter is almost always better.
What strong videos tend to include
- A brief introduction — who you are and what the class is about
- A glimpse of the actual class experience (showcase of materials or a quick demo of an activity)
- A sense of your energy and teaching style — this is what families can't get from the written listing alone
What to keep in mind
- Talking-head videos where someone reads their class description into the camera tend to underperform. The written listing already covers that; the video is a chance to show, not re-tell.
- High production value isn't necessary. A clear, well-lit recording with decent audio goes further than a polished video with no personality.
- The video should feel like a preview of the class, not a commercial for it. Families are trying to answer one question: "Is this the right fit for my kid?"
Class details
Class description
This is the heart of your listing. It should be 200–400 words and give families a clear picture of what to expect. You don’t have to include every element below, but include enough that a parent can clearly understand the value and experience.
Some elements you may want to include
Learning Objectives & Outcomes
- 2–3 specific things students will learn or achieve
- Skills they’ll build or improve
- How does the class help their overall development
Teaching Approach & Student Expectations
- Your teaching style (interactive, discussion-based, hands-on, etc.)
- Student participation
- How you handle different skill levels
- Classroom management approach
Age/Grade Appropriateness & Prerequisites
- Grade range and why it works
- What students should know coming in
- How do you differentiate for different levels
Additional Information
- Assessment/feedback approach
- Homework or follow-up (if applicable)
- Special accommodations you can make
- What makes your approach unique
Subject
You can select one subject area that best fits your class. We realize that many classes may have interdisciplinary components, but ask that you identify the one subject area that most closely aligns with the core learning objectives of your class
Grade(s)
This helps to provide a range of grades that your class would be appropriate for. You may choose to keep this to a single grade or, to reach a more diverse group of learners, a wider range. Families are not required to only enroll in classes that align with their learner’s grade, so keep this in mind. While you may select as wide a range as you like, there may be more success with a smaller range (e.g., 2-3 grades).
Max capacity
Group classes on Dojo Tutor may have up to 8 learners enrolled. As the curator and facilitator of your learning experiences, you may amend the max number of learners able to enroll.
Session duration
A group class may be either 25 minutes or 55 minutes. You may select either duration, but please note that this is unable to be changed once the class has been listed.
Frequency
At this time, all group classes on Dojo Tutor are limited to 1 meeting per week.
Start date and time
By default, the first session for a new class and section will be scheduled for the same day and time the following week. For example, if you create a class today with a section that meets on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM, the first session will be next Tuesday at 4:00 PM.
You can also click "Edit start date" to choose a different start date and time, up to six weeks in advance.
Class expectations
Session structure & pacing
As you construct this portion of the class listing, think about how you’ll use the class time. While you don’t need to share a minute-by-minute schedule, it can be helpful for families to see what to expect for the time, set expectations for the level of learner interaction expected, and the typical flow from start to finish.
Materials & setup
Having learners prepared with the necessary materials can be an important part of the overall experience. If your class has any materials that the learners will need, using this section of the class listing may be important. This section can include any required materials (be specific and list any alternatives if applicable), any optional items that might enhance the learning experience, and any pre-session prep that might be helpful. If your class requires any accounts or specific software (e.g., Minecraft Bedrock vs Java).
Tips for families
Who would this class be great for?
Do you specialize in learners with unique learning needs? Pride yourself on facilitating learner-led or experiential learning? This is a great place within the class listing to really highlight the qualities and characteristics of learners that would likely thrive in your class.
Parent guidance
Families on Dojo Tutor are excited to support their children’s learning, and it is important that we keep them informed of what their learners are doing in class. This is a great place to communicate any guidance about your class. This could include any supervision recommendations (e.g., parent nearby for a cooking class or movement class), Common Sense Media’s review on a resource used in class, any safety considerations (e.g., scissors), or even just a general overview of how families can continue the learning at home.
Sample Topics
We all feel a little more comfortable trying something new when we have an idea of what to expect. Kids and learning are no different. Using this space to highlight some sample topics is a great way to communicate the learning that will occur. This helps to facilitate an even better connection for families who are exploring your class(es).
Looking for some examples of what a great class listing looks like? Check out these examples for each of the subject areas: