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 (2,316)

Principal Scientist, CMC Analytical Development

Akero Therapeutics · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Akero Therapeutics

🌎 United States 💵 $152K - $267K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal Scientist will oversee analytical characterization activities and support regulatory submissions for late-stage biologic development. This includes developing and executing analytical studies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging with external partners.

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Paid Media Specialist

Hudson Automotive Group · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Hudson Automotive Group

🌎 United States 💵 $68000 - $73000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Paid Media Specialist will develop and optimize multi-channel campaigns independently while supporting multiple accounts. The role requires strong analytical skills to interpret data and present insights to stakeholders.

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Middle School Lead Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Lead Teacher is responsible for delivering course content in an online environment, managing the learning process, and mentoring other teachers. They also support efforts to improve student performance and collaborate with the school leadership team.

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Principal Solutions Executive - Security - East

CDW · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

CDW

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $140K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal Solutions Executive will be responsible for selling security services and products, enhancing CDW Security’s market presence and revenue growth. This includes managing the full sales lifecycle, developing strategies, and cultivating relationships with key personnel in targeted accounts.

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Secondary English Teacher - Tennessee Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Secondary English Teacher will manage instructional programs virtually, ensuring students complete their instructional programs successfully. Responsibilities include grading, creating progress reports, communicating with parents and students, and collaborating with other teachers.

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Adjunct Faculty (Section Lead) Pool - Online Management Courses

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Section Leads facilitate their assigned course sections by engaging in discussions, responding to inquiries, and providing feedback. They also monitor student progress and collaborate with faculty leads.

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Online Mechanical Engineering Technology / Civil Engineering Technology Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

ECPI University

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Instructors will teach undergraduate courses in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology, delivering hands-on instruction aligned with industry practices. They will also provide guidance and mentorship to students in a fast-paced learning environment.

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Teacher Staff - Anne Arundel Co

Young Life · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Young Life

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Teacher Staff will participate in effective Young Life ministry through spiritual development, leadership development, resource development, and direct ministry activities. Responsibilities include leading teams, engaging with the community, and managing ministry operations.

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High School Special Education Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The High School Intervention Specialist works with students with various disabilities to adapt lessons and teaching strategies to meet their needs. Responsibilities include writing IEPs, collaborating with teachers, and facilitating IEP meetings.

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Principal Consultant - HI

CDW · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

CDW

🌎 United States 💵 $66000 - $99120 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This role involves driving the adoption of Google for Education solutions by delivering compelling pre-sales training and demonstrations, both virtually and in-person across North America. The consultant will partner with Google and CDW teams to identify sales opportunities, champion educational best practices, and contribute to program growth goals.

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Subject Matter Expert (SME) - No-Code Development for Entrepreneurs (Mid 2026)

Ziplines, Inc. · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Ziplines, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Subject Matter Expert will shape the No-Code for Entrepreneurs curriculum, create compelling, industry-aligned content, and record authentic, engaging videos illustrating no-code entrepreneurship concepts and AI tool usage. Responsibilities also include optimizing learner engagement, retention, and success by guiding them toward launching new ideas with speed and confidence.

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High School CRE Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment by providing instruction, support, and guidance, and actively managing the learning process while focusing on individual student needs. Essential functions include providing engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences, differentiating instruction, maintaining the grade book, and communicating regularly with parents/learning coaches.

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Regional Nursing Student Success Lead, MSN Required

Rasmussen University · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Rasmussen University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This role supports the School of Nursing by developing content and resources to enhance student success and progression, focusing heavily on NCLEX preparation through active learning experiences that build clinical reasoning and judgment. Responsibilities include delivering content, leading faculty meetings on teaching strategies, and contributing to curriculum redesign based on student outcome data.

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Jasper SME

Instant Serve LLC · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Instant Serve LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This senior-level role focuses on developing and optimizing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database views, alongside designing and maintaining Jasper Reports for large-scale education data systems. Key tasks include working with JSON data in Oracle, performing data aggregation, and supporting development, testing, and bug fixes within an Agile environment.

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Digital Services Librarian

Library Systems & Services LLC · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Library Systems & Services LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $82000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Digital Services Librarian will support the integration of internal and external data sources into digital platforms, developing and maintaining metadata workflows to enhance data quality and discoverability. Responsibilities also include testing APIs, collaborating on system interoperability, conducting UX analysis, and ensuring Section 508 accessibility compliance for digital content.

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DNP Project & Practicum Faculty (remote/part-time)

Covista · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Covista

🌎 United States 💵 $715 - $1950 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Responsibilities include developing and providing an approved syllabus, organizing and updating course materials using appropriate online technologies, and modeling effective oral and written communication to engage students. Instructors must also set clear expectations, ensure exam content aligns with objectives, and provide timely and fair grading feedback.

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Capital Markets Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)

Wall Street Prep · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Wall Street Prep

🌎 United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will facilitate live, instructor-led training sessions focusing on Equity Capital Markets (ECM) and Debt Capital Markets (DCM) for students and financial professionals. This involves teaching core concepts like IPOs, debt issuance, pricing dynamics, and providing practical insights into real-world deal workflows.

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Career & Technical Education Teacher - Utah Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Certified teachers will virtually manage instructional programs from a home office, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion. Responsibilities include grading, progress reporting, conducting parent conferences, supporting instruction through web conferencing, and developing/updating Personal Learning Plans.

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Principal Security Consultant (Req #1132)

ePlus Technology, inc. · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

ePlus Technology, inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $160K - $210K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal Security Consultant will lead Security Advisory Services delivery, drive revenue growth, and capture security program services by defining service catalogs and delivering advisory services to clients. Primary duties involve program consulting, technical leadership, refining and developing practice offerings, assisting with pre-sales, and performing programmatic assessments and ongoing advisement.

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Elementary School Counselor - Utah Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching Counselor

The Elementary School Counselor will assist students and parents with social, emotional, and academic support, implementing guidance programs and setting objectives. Key tasks include assisting with transitions, following up on student progress, building relationships, and troubleshooting family issues.

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Olympiad Competition Tutor 76 APPLICANTS

Crimson Education · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Crimson Education

🌎 Australia, Brazil, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The tutor will deliver high-quality, rigorous tutoring sessions in advanced Olympiad subjects, tailoring instruction to individual student goals and competition requirements. Responsibilities also include tracking student progress, setting study goals, and providing guidance on practice materials.

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Sr. Subject Matter Expert - Implementations (OEMS)

Clearwater Analytics · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Clearwater Analytics

🌎 United States 💵 $85000 - $120K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Subject Matter Expert will act as a dedicated Implementation Manager, leading the onboarding process for Enfusion clients by managing project planning, gathering requirements, reviewing workflows, setting up products, and overseeing UAT through go-live. They will also consult clients on best practices, translate business workflows into software solutions, and collaborate with the Development team on product enhancements.

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Agile Transformation Coach

NTT DATA · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

NTT DATA

🌎 United States 💵 $105K - $245K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This role involves accelerating the transition from Waterfall to modern delivery models by coaching teams on Agile, Scrum, Kanban, DevOps, and DevSecOps practices. The coach will empower self-directed teams, partner with stakeholders to remove barriers, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

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Summer Camp Neuroanatomy Instructor 2026

Education Unlimited · Part Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Education Unlimited

🌎 United States 💵 $1400 - $1575 per week ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Responsibilities include teaching the Education Unlimited curriculum, supervising campers (online or in-person), organizing and leading labs, and executing a finale showcasing student work. Instructors must also track student work and assist the camp director with supervision, recreation, and administrative tasks.

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Oregon Based Care Coach (Part-Time)

Charlie Health · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Charlie Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Care Coaches engage clients in 1:1 peer discussions to ensure alignment with treatment goals and attendance at programming, while also providing skill-based interventions for stress stabilization. They serve as a resource during programming to maintain engagement and perform risk screenings, escalating to crisis clinicians when necessary.

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Oregon Based Care Coach (Part-Time)

Charlie Health Clinical · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Charlie Health Clinical

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Care Coaches engage clients in 1:1 peer discussions to ensure alignment with treatment goals and attendance at programming, while also providing skill-based interventions for stress stabilization. They act as a resource during programming to maintain engagement and perform risk screenings, escalating to crisis clinicians when necessary.

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Principal Business Operations Manager - US

Instructure, Inc. · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instructure, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching Business Operations Manager

This role involves leading complex operational projects from start to finish, focusing on timely delivery and measurable impact across the organization. The manager will also analyze existing business processes to design and implement solutions for optimization and automation.

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Principal Solution Advisor, Execution

Blue Yonder · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Blue Yonder

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This senior role involves serving as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on Blue Yonder’s supply chain solutions and leading solution design and architecture efforts for complex implementations. The advisor will collaborate with clients to understand challenges and develop tailored solutions while working internally to ensure successful delivery aligned with expectations.

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Life Coach – Virtual Coaching Program 68 APPLICANTS

AllOne Health · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

AllOne Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Life Coaches will deliver virtual coaching sessions via HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms, helping members clarify goals, identify obstacles, and develop actionable strategies for personal growth and lifestyle improvement. Responsibilities also include fostering a motivational environment, maintaining accurate session documentation, and upholding professional coaching standards.

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High School Math Teacher - Iowa Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Certified Teachers will manage instructional programs virtually, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion. Key duties include grading, conducting parent conferences, supporting instruction through web conferencing, and developing/updating Personal Learning Plans.

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