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)

Adjunct Faculty - Human Development

Arizona College of Nursing · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Arizona College of Nursing

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The adjunct instructor delivers educational content in classroom, online, and lab settings while following an established curriculum. Responsibilities include evaluating student performance, providing academic counseling, and participating in academic committees.

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Associate Dean of Academic Affairs - BSN Online

Covista · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Covista

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $115K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead faculty development and academic operations to ensure high-quality curriculum delivery and student success within the BSN Online program. Oversee regulatory compliance, student retention strategies, and collaboration with national academic leadership.

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Online Program Instructor - Industrial Engineering

Louisiana State University · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Louisiana State University

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver high-quality online graduate-level instruction in Industrial Engineering, including lecture and laboratory courses. Develop course materials and assessments while facilitating student engagement through virtual communication and feedback.

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Education Specialist- Remote

Moses / Weitzman Health System · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Moses / Weitzman Health System

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Education Specialist manages the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational interventions for health professionals and healthcare leaders. Key duties include coordinating faculty, tracking operational data, and supporting grant development and reporting.

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Principal Operations Specialist - Remote eligible

Southwest Power Pool · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Southwest Power Pool

🌎 United States 💵 $151K - $196K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Serve as a senior technical advisor leading operational policy development and design to meet growing organizational needs. Lead cross-functional initiatives and provide mentorship to engineers and leadership across the department.

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Part-Time Virtual Teacher

LearnWell · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

LearnWell

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide academic support and deliver daily lesson plans to child and adolescent patients in behavioral health facilities. Monitor student progress and maintain accurate attendance and session reports in small group and 1:1 settings.

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VP – Academic Partnerships (Remote, East Coast preferred, USA)

Evotec · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Evotec

🌎 United States 💵 $171K - $232K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the execution and expansion of the LAB eN2 BRIDGE alliance by identifying and evaluating therapeutic projects from top-tier US academic institutions. Manage relationships with Technology Transfer Offices and Principal Investigators to translate early concepts into human-testable therapeutic concepts.

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VP – Academic Partnerships (Remote, East Coast preferred, USA)

Cyprotex · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Cyprotex

🌎 United States 💵 $171K - $232K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the execution and expansion of the LAB eN2 BRIDGE alliance by identifying and evaluating therapeutic projects from academic partners. Manage relationships with universities and research institutions to translate early-stage concepts into human-testable therapeutics.

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Adjunct Assistant Professor, Counseling

West Coast University, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

West Coast University, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $41.56 - $68.61 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide professional leadership, mentorship, and high-quality clinical instruction to students during seminars and fieldwork. Assess student competency and facilitate a learner-centered environment to foster excellence in healthcare providers.

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Paid Media Specialist

HigherVisibility · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HigherVisibility

🌎 United States 💵 $38000 - $50000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The specialist is responsible for the execution, monitoring, and optimization of paid advertising campaigns across Google and Meta Ads for a high-volume client portfolio. They also generate performance reports and ensure conversion tracking is functioning correctly.

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Senior Paid Media Specialist

HigherVisibility · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HigherVisibility

🌎 United States 💵 $50000 - $70000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Manage a high-volume portfolio of paid media accounts across Google and Meta platforms to drive ROAS and lead volume. Provide technical mentorship to junior specialists and contribute to the development of internal operational workflows.

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Lifestyle CEP Coach

Carda Health · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Carda Health

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

Deliver virtual cardiac rehab care by evaluating prescriptions and treating patients according to clinical protocols. Provide holistic coaching across nutrition, stress management, and group support while collaborating with a transdisciplinary team to improve digital care delivery.

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Part-Time Instructor

Louisiana State University · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Louisiana State University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teach assigned courses within the School of Education's curriculum for both online and on-campus programs. Responsibilities include developing course materials, evaluating student performance, and maintaining academic records.

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Dean of Student Retention and Engagement - Missouri Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Dean is responsible for developing and monitoring strategies to improve student attendance, persistence, and engagement in a K-12 virtual environment. This includes identifying at-risk students, coordinating interventions, and designing onboarding processes for late-enrolled students.

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College Admissions Counselor

TPR Education, LLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

TPR Education, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $50 - $90 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching Counselor

Provide comprehensive academic and college advising services to middle and high school students through the application process. Manage a caseload of students, conduct consultations, and deliver admissions-focused webinars and marketing events.

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Part-time Faculty, Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology/ MATE Supervisor

National University · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

National University

🌎 United States 💵 $26.63 - $28.89 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Supervise student interns remotely during an 18-week Mentored Applied Training Experience course. Lead classroom sessions, provide substantive feedback on assignments, and maintain a student-centric learning environment.

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Mobile UI Trainer

Careerflow.ai · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Careerflow.ai

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Create and narrate short 'walk-and-talk' videos of public locations to help train AI systems. Provide conversational commentary and submit footage with accurate location details following creative guidelines.

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Board Solutions Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Winder & Roll Handling

International Paper · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

International Paper

🌎 United States 💵 $125K - $167K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Act as an internal consultant to improve paper machine performance, reduce variability, and lower manufacturing costs across multiple facilities. Lead technical initiatives, diagnose high-impact winder issues, and mentor on-site technical staff.

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Board Solutions Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Liner & Medium Papermaking

International Paper · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

International Paper

🌎 United States 💵 $125K - $167K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The SME acts as an internal consultant to improve paper machine performance, reduce variability, and lower manufacturing costs across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include diagnosing high-impact process issues, leading capital projects, and mentoring mill personnel to build technical capability.

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VP, Core Curriculum Solutions

Discovery Education Talent Team · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Discovery Education Talent Team

🌎 United States 💵 $191K - $225K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the transformation of core curriculum production from a traditional editorial model to an AI-augmented, vendor-orchestrated engine. Architect the systems and workflows for K-12 Science and Social Studies content while managing a cross-functional team and strategic partner ecosystem.

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Adjunct Assistant Professor, Nursing (DNP)

West Coast University, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

West Coast University, Inc.

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

Serve as a mentor and facilitator providing academic support and instruction to nursing students through various teaching methodologies. Responsibilities include managing clinical placements, assessing student performance, and contributing to curriculum improvement.

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Healthy Planet Principal Analyst

CommonSpirit Health · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

CommonSpirit Health

🌎 United States 💵 $57.5 - $94.87 per hour ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the design, build, and optimization of critical Epic applications to ensure seamless integration and functionality. Provide high-level technical expertise, project leadership, and mentorship to staff to improve system efficiency and patient care.

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Adjunct Electrical Craft Instructor B2B

StrataTech Education Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

StrataTech Education Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver instructor-led technical training and hands-on lab activities for journeyman-level electricians focusing on electrical craft upskilling. Manage classroom pacing, conduct skills assessments, and ensure strict adherence to safety codes and professional standards.

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Sr Principal Consultant - Hospitality - NetSuite Managed Services (ACS)

Oracle · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Oracle

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Serve as a trusted advisor to hospitality customers to optimize their NetSuite ERP investment and drive operational efficiency. Lead strategic advisory engagements, architect business solutions, and guide customers through AI-powered digital transformations.

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Principal Technical Consultant - ServiceNow (ITOM)

AHEAD · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

AHEAD

🌎 United States 💵 $170K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of complex ServiceNow solutions while mentoring project teams. Act as a technical expert during client workshops and pre-sales cycles to drive digital transformation outcomes.

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Adjunct Professor-Psychology

Bryant & Stratton College · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Bryant & Stratton College

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver 3 to 14 instructional contact hours per week in Psychology and participate in campus-wide recruitment and retention initiatives. Maintain administrative and skills assistance hours while utilizing active learning and authentic assessment methods.

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CW Associate Professor

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Serve as an Associate Professor within the Communication Sciences and Disorders department. Responsibilities include academic instruction and utilizing platforms like Blackboard for course management.

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Product SME - Commercial Property

Assured · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Assured

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Act as the bridge between commercial property claims expertise and product development to modernize insurance software. Translate real-world claims knowledge into better workflows, data structures, and automation to improve efficiency and consistency.

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Product SME - Workers Compensation

Assured · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Assured

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Product SME will translate deep Workers' Compensation claims expertise into product requirements, workflows, and automation strategies. They will partner with Engineering and Product teams to reduce friction in the claims lifecycle and improve decision-making accuracy.

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High School Math Substitute Teacher (Contractor)

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Plan and deliver a culinary arts curriculum aligned with state standards and CTE pathways for high school students. Manage a virtual classroom environment while instructing students on food safety, nutrition, and professional kitchen operations.

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