Teacher Service Agreement

1. Introduction

This Teacher Service Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between you ("Teacher", "you", or "your") and Knightsbridge Learning Academy ("KLA", "we", "us", or "our"). By applying to become a teacher on our platform, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement, in addition to our general Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

2. Independent Contractor Status

You acknowledge and agree that your relationship with KLA is that of an independent contractor. You are not an employee, agent, partner, or joint venture of KLA. This Agreement does not create any employment relationship, and you are solely responsible for:

• Your own taxes, including income tax and self-employment tax
• Your own insurance, including professional liability insurance if applicable
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction
• Your own business expenses, equipment, and workspace

3. Teacher Qualifications and Verification

3.1 Required Qualifications

You represent and warrant that you:

• Possess the necessary qualifications, certifications, and experience to teach your listed subjects
• Have provided accurate and truthful information in your application
• Will maintain your qualifications and professional development throughout your engagement with KLA
• Have the legal right to work as a tutor in your jurisdiction

3.2 Background Checks

You consent to background verification checks, which may include criminal record checks, credential verification, and reference checks. You agree to provide any additional documentation required for verification purposes.

4. Service Delivery Standards

4.1 Professional Conduct

You agree to:

• Provide high-quality tutoring services in a professional manner
• Arrive on time for scheduled lessons and honor your commitments
• Communicate promptly and professionally with students and parents
• Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
• Use appropriate language and behavior at all times
• Respect student privacy and confidentiality

4.2 Lesson Preparation

You are responsible for preparing adequately for each lesson, including creating lesson plans, materials, and assessments as appropriate for the student's needs and learning objectives.

4.3 Technical Requirements

You must maintain:

• A reliable internet connection capable of supporting video conferencing
• Appropriate audio and video equipment for online teaching
• A quiet, professional environment for conducting lessons
• Necessary software and tools for effective online instruction

5. Scheduling and Availability

5.1 Availability Management

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date availability schedule on the platform
• Honoring all confirmed lesson bookings
• Providing at least 24 hours notice for any changes to your regular availability
• Accepting or declining booking requests in a timely manner

5.2 Cancellations

In case of emergency or unavoidable circumstances:

• You must notify KLA and the affected student/parent as soon as possible
• Frequent cancellations may result in suspension or termination of your account
• You may be required to offer makeup lessons or reschedule at no additional cost to the student

6. Payment Terms

6.1 Rate Setting

You may set your own hourly rate, subject to KLA's approval. KLA reserves the right to set minimum and maximum rates to ensure platform consistency and fairness.

6.2 Platform Fees

KLA charges a platform fee on each lesson, which covers:

• Platform maintenance and development
• Payment processing
• Customer support
• Marketing and student acquisition
• Video conferencing infrastructure

The current platform fee structure will be communicated to you upon acceptance as a teacher and may be adjusted with reasonable notice.

6.3 Payment Schedule

Payments are processed according to the payment schedule established by KLA. You will receive payment for completed lessons minus the platform fee. Payments may be subject to a holding period for verification purposes.

6.4 Payment Method

You must provide valid payment information (bank account details or other approved payment methods) to receive payments. You are responsible for keeping this information current and accurate.

7. Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Arrange lessons or payments outside the KLA platform with students you met through KLA
• Share your contact information with students or parents for the purpose of circumventing the platform
• Poach students or encourage them to leave the platform
• Engage in any form of discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate behavior
• Use the platform to promote other services or products without KLA's consent
• Share lesson recordings or student information without proper consent
• Subcontract your teaching responsibilities to another person

Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination and forfeiture of any pending payments.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Your Materials

You retain ownership of all teaching materials you create. However, by uploading materials to the platform, you grant KLA a non-exclusive license to display and distribute these materials as necessary to provide the service.

8.2 Third-Party Materials

You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to use any third-party materials in your lessons and that such use complies with copyright and intellectual property laws.

9. Liability and Insurance

As an independent contractor, you are solely responsible for your actions while providing services through KLA. We recommend that you maintain appropriate professional liability insurance. KLA is not liable for any claims arising from your provision of tutoring services.

10. Reviews and Ratings

Students and parents may provide reviews and ratings of your services. You acknowledge that these reviews will be publicly displayed on your profile. KLA reserves the right to moderate reviews for inappropriate content but will not remove negative reviews unless they violate our policies.

11. Term and Termination

11.1 Term

This Agreement begins when you are accepted as a teacher on the KLA platform and continues until terminated by either party.

11.2 Termination by Teacher

You may terminate this Agreement at any time by providing 14 days written notice. You must fulfill all scheduled lessons during the notice period or make arrangements for rescheduling with affected students.

11.3 Termination by KLA

KLA may terminate this Agreement immediately if you:

• Violate any terms of this Agreement
• Engage in unprofessional or inappropriate conduct
• Fail to maintain required qualifications
• Receive consistently poor reviews or ratings
• Are inactive for an extended period
• Provide false information or documentation

11.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, you will receive payment for all completed lessons, minus any applicable fees or deductions. Your profile and materials will be removed from the platform, though lesson history and records may be retained for administrative purposes.

12. Confidentiality

You agree to maintain confidentiality of:

• Student personal information and academic records
• Parent contact information and communications
• KLA's business information, processes, and trade secrets
• Any proprietary information disclosed to you

13. Amendments

KLA reserves the right to modify this Agreement at any time. We will provide notice of material changes via email and/or platform notification. Your continued use of the platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Agreement.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall first be addressed through good faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the applicable arbitration association.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Teacher Service Agreement, please contact us:

• Email: info@kla.academy
• LINE: @klacademy