How much do remote teachers make?

Remote teachers earn $40,000-$110,000 depending on role and level. Online K-12 teachers earn $48,000-$75,000, ESL teachers $18-$35/hour, adjunct college instructors $3,000-$5,000 per course, corporate trainers $65,000-$100,000, and instructional designers $75,000-$120,000. Private tutors earn $30-$100/hour based on subject expertise. Full-time positions include benefits worth $18,000-$30,000 annually.

What qualifications are required to teach online?

K-12 online teaching requires valid state teaching certification in most states. ESL teaching requires TEFL/TESOL certification ($200-$500, 4-8 weeks to complete). College instruction requires master's degree minimum, doctorate preferred. Corporate training values subject expertise over teaching credentials. All remote teaching requires reliable high-speed internet, quality webcam, and professional video presence.

How do I become an online ESL teacher?

Complete 120+ hour TEFL or TESOL certification from accredited providers (International TEFL Academy, Bridge TEFL). Native English speakers from US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Africa qualify for most platforms. Apply to Cambly, iTalki, Preply, or EF Education First. Starting pay is $18-$22/hour; experienced teachers earn $28-$40/hour. Schedule flexibility allows teaching alongside other employment.

What technology do online teachers need?

High-speed internet (50+ Mbps download, 10+ Mbps upload), HD webcam ($80-$200), USB microphone or headset ($60-$150), ring light for even facial lighting ($30-$60), and neutral professional background. Interactive whiteboard software (Miro, Jamboard, Explain Everything) enables visual teaching. Learning management system proficiency (Canvas, Blackboard, Google Classroom) is expected. Total equipment investment is $300-$600.

How do online teachers keep students engaged?

Break content into 10-15 minute segments with interactive activities between each segment—attention drops 50% after 15 minutes of passive listening. Use polls, quizzes, and chat responses every 5-7 minutes. Call on students by name. Create breakout rooms for small group discussion. Require cameras on when possible. Build community through virtual office hours. Gamification elements (points, badges, leaderboards) increase completion rates by 35%.

How much do online tutors earn?

Online tutors earn $25-$125/hour depending on subject and credentials. General academic tutoring pays $25-$45/hour, test prep (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT) $50-$100/hour, and specialized subjects (calculus, organic chemistry, coding) $60-$125/hour. Platforms like Wyzant and Varsity Tutors take 25-40% commission. Independent tutors keep full rates but manage their own marketing. Top tutors with full schedules earn $80,000-$150,000 annually.

What is an instructional designer?

Instructional designers create educational content and training programs for corporations, universities, and online platforms. Work includes curriculum design, e-learning module development, assessment creation, and learning outcome measurement. Instructional designers earn $75,000-$120,000. Required skills: learning theory, Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, project management, and stakeholder communication. Teaching experience is valuable but not required.

Can I teach online without a teaching degree?

Yes, for most non-K-12 roles. ESL teaching requires only TEFL certification ($200-$500). Corporate training values subject expertise over teaching credentials. Tutoring requires knowledge, not degrees. Course creation on Udemy, Skillshare, or Teachable has no credential requirements—anyone can publish. K-12 public school teaching requires state certification, but private online schools sometimes hire uncertified teachers with subject expertise.

Remote Teaching Jobs in United States (2,406)

DSCA FMS Case Development SME - 29581

HII's Mission Technologies division · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

HII's Mission Technologies division

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert for Foreign Military Sales case development to guide the modernization of DSAMS and case lifecycle systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to translate complex business rules into actionable technical requirements within a SAFe Agile environment.

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Business Education Specialist (35100156)

State of Montana · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

State of Montana

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The incumbent develops and manages state and federally funded CTE programs while ensuring compliance with educational laws and standards. They provide technical assistance and design curriculum guidelines to support effective teaching, learning, and school accreditation across the state.

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Licensed Insurance Pre-Licensing Instructor (Contract, New York)

Aceable · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Aceable

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Serve as the Instructor of Record for online New York insurance prelicensing coursework. Review and attest to student course completion records while maintaining active licensure and instructor credentials.

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Florida Virtual School Flex High School Computer Science Instructor Florida Certified

Florida Virtual School · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Florida Virtual School

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor is responsible for planning and implementing instructional activities that foster student academic success in an online environment. They must maintain effective records, communicate with stakeholders, and participate in professional development and research activities.

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PMP Instructor

Alluvionic · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Alluvionic

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Project Management Trainer will facilitate interactive PMP exam preparation and project management training sessions for diverse audiences. They are responsible for creating course materials, providing participant support, and maintaining accurate records of training performance.

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ASL Instructor for Cupertino, CA.

Berlitz · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Berlitz

🌎 United States 💵 $25 - $30 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The ASL Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality language lessons tailored to student needs and conducting level assessments. They also participate in professional development, maintain student records, and integrate learning technology into their teaching practice.

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SAP GTS with WM and Logistics SME - Remote

Simple Solutions · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Simple Solutions

🌎 United States 💵 $90 - $105 per hour ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The consultant will design, implement, and support SAP GTS solutions to streamline global trade compliance and customs processes within an S/4HANA environment. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to map business processes, configure modules, and ensure successful system transformation and testing.

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Part-Time English/Writing Tutor (Elkhart)

Ivy Tech Community College · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Ivy Tech Community College

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The tutor will provide one-on-one or small group writing instruction to students either virtually or in-person at the campus. They are also responsible for completing session summary reports and collaborating with faculty to support student success.

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Special Education Teacher at NHOA - NC

National Heritage Academies · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

National Heritage Academies

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher will provide specially designed instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities through resource room, inclusion, or pullout services. They are also responsible for participating in professional development focused on special education curriculum and data tracking tools.

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Adjunct Assistant Professor, Nursing (Acute)

West Coast University, Inc. · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

West Coast University, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $1571 - $3200 per month ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The faculty member will serve as a mentor and facilitator to guide nursing students through clinical and theoretical learning outcomes. Responsibilities include contributing to curriculum improvement, maintaining scholarly activities, and ensuring student safety and performance in clinical settings.

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Principal Eng P&C

Qualus · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Qualus

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal P&C Engineer is responsible for designing electrical protection and control systems for generation, transmission, and distribution projects. They provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and ensure all engineering designs meet quality standards and client requirements.

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Senior Country Approval Specialist / Principal Ctry Approval Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Senior/Principal Country Approval Specialist manages the preparation, review, and coordination of local regulatory submissions to ensure timely site activation. They provide regulatory strategy advice, serve as a primary contact for investigators and authorities, and oversee project-related documentation.

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PHL Air Traffic Control SME-Instructor

SAIC · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

SAIC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The selected candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert and Instructor to support air traffic control training requirements. They will provide instructional services to prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers.

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Live Online Teacher (Remote, Part-Time)

Edovate Learning Corporation · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Edovate Learning Corporation

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide engaging live online instruction in subject areas including Social Studies, English Language Arts, and Mathematics. Foster a relationship-based learning environment for students in a virtual setting.

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Associate Partner, Teaching Reimagined

NewSchools Venture Fund · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

NewSchools Venture Fund

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $150K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Associate Partner will identify, fund, and support organizations redesigning educator roles to make teaching more sustainable and effective. They will manage the investment process, coach venture leaders, and contribute to the overall Teaching Reimagined strategy.

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Elementary Teacher - Arkansas Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Elementary Teacher virtually manages instructional programs, consulting with students and learning coaches to ensure successful course completion. Responsibilities include grading, conducting parent conferences, and implementing synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions.

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Principal PM II, Location Platform & Quality

Life360 · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Life360

🌎 United States 💵 $178K - $261K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Own the strategy for Life360's technical foundation to ensure the platform remains fast, reliable, and observable as it scales. Partner with engineering leadership to mitigate systemic risks and translate platform complexity into clear business priorities.

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Research Associate

CarbonPlan · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CarbonPlan

🌎 United States 💼 Teaching

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Youth Education Soccer Coach

Super Soccer Stars · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Super Soccer Stars

🌎 United States 💼 Teaching

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Accessibility Subject Matter Expert

SMART TECH SKILLS LLC · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

SMART TECH SKILLS LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The SME will ensure public-facing digital content and applications meet accessibility standards through auditing, testing, and remediation. They will also provide expert consulting, develop training materials, and collaborate with stakeholders to advance the organization's accessibility program.

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Part-Time College STEM Tutor (Augusta, GA)

Study Smart Tutors · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Study Smart Tutors

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide tutoring support in STEM subjects to small and large groups of college students. Collaborate with the education team to implement comprehensive learning strategies and maintain consistent communication with staff.

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Academic Advisor

Edovate Learning Corporation · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Edovate Learning Corporation

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Academic Advisor supports students and families through personalized learning experiences and individualized course planning. They maintain strong relationships with caregivers and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

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SAP Security/GRC Expert - Access Control (Contract SME)

M&S Consulting · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

M&S Consulting

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The SME will perform post go-live cleanup of the SAP GRC Access Control environment, focusing on remediating broken workflows and SoD conflicts. They are also responsible for providing direct knowledge transfer to internal resources to ensure sustainable ongoing maintenance.

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Elementary School Counselor

Spring Education Group · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Spring Education Group

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $65000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching Counselor

The counselor supports the academic, social, and emotional development of K-5 students through individual and group counseling. They collaborate with faculty and families to implement holistic support systems and lead educational webinars.

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Director of Education & Events

Strategic HR Client Job Openings · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Strategic HR Client Job Openings

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $85000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the planning and execution of accredited and non-accredited educational programs, conferences, and specialty society meetings for healthcare professionals. Manage the full event lifecycle and maintain the organization's ACCME accreditation and compliance.

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Sr. Education Client Leader I

CannonDesign · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CannonDesign

🌎 United States 💵 $143K - $179K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead strategic long-term relationships within the Education Market in the Great Lakes Region to drive top-line growth and financial success. Manage billable project work while mentoring diverse teams and championing the firm's Living-Centered Design philosophy.

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L3: Principal Security Analyst

Lumifi Cyber · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Lumifi Cyber

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching Security Analyst

Lead alert triage and execute complex security investigations to assist customers with incident response. Provide mentorship to junior analysts and proactively hunt for threats within customer environments.

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Adjunct Instructor- English

Goodwin University · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Goodwin University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teach undergraduate English composition and Introduction to College Writing courses synchronously online. Manage all instructional duties including syllabus implementation, grading via Canvas, and providing student support.

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Survey Research Center (SRC) - Research Assistant

High Point University · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

High Point University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Research Assistants manage and analyze survey and qualitative data using tools like SPSS and Excel to contribute to reports and publications. They are also responsible for conducting literature reviews, deploying surveys via Qualtrics, and managing IRB submissions.

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Survey Research Center - Graduate Research Assistant

High Point University · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

High Point University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Graduate Research Assistants manage and analyze survey and qualitative data to contribute to reports, press releases, and academic publications. They are also responsible for deploying surveys via Qualtrics, managing IRB submissions, and mentoring undergraduate research assistants.

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