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 (2,327)

Manager, Securities & Insurance Instructor

Kaplan · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Kaplan

🌎 United States 💵 $64819 - $162K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Instructor Manager supports business growth by delivering instruction, managing, training, and engaging a team of instructors, while also providing subject matter expertise. This role involves regularly evaluating instructor performance to ensure excellent learning experiences and developing classroom offerings.

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CCNA Automation Adjunct Instructor

California Institute of Applied Technology · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

California Institute of Applied Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $40 - $48 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will be responsible for planning and organizing synchronous online courses to maximize student learning and engagement, modifying instructional methods to meet diverse student needs. Duties also include maintaining accurate student records, adhering to college policies, and submitting required documentation like attendance and exam results.

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CCNA Automation Adjunct Instructor

California Institute of Applied Technology · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

California Institute of Applied Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $40 - $48 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor is responsible for planning and organizing synchronous online courses using appropriate teaching strategies to maximize student learning and engagement, while ensuring instructional methods meet diverse student needs. Key duties also involve maintaining accurate student records, adhering to college policies, submitting required documentation, and communicating material needs in advance.

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Cisco CCNA Adjunct Instructor

California Institute of Applied Technology · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

California Institute of Applied Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $40 - $45 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Instructors are responsible for planning and organizing synchronous online courses using strategies that maximize student learning and engagement, while modifying methods to meet diverse student needs. They must also maintain accurate student records, adhere to college policies, and submit all required documentation promptly.

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Cisco CCNA Adjunct Instructor

California Institute of Applied Technology · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

California Institute of Applied Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $40 - $45 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor is responsible for planning and organizing synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams on Mondays and Tuesdays, modifying instructional methods to maximize student learning and engagement. Duties also include maintaining accurate student records, adhering to college policies, submitting required documentation, and communicating material needs in advance.

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Senior Manager, Educational Counseling

Bright Horizons Family Solutions · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Bright Horizons Family Solutions

🌎 United States 💵 $67000 - $102K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Senior Manager will guide clients through the entire college admissions process, focusing on ethically presenting and maximizing student strengths, accomplishments, and potential. Responsibilities also include contributing to organizational growth, supporting community partnerships through pro-bono work, and presenting on various educational topics.

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Physical Safety Trainer

IREX · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

IREX

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The consultant will provide contextualized physical safety and risk management support, including conducting physical risk assessment and mitigation planning sessions for at-risk media professionals across Europe and Eurasia. Responsibilities also involve ensuring an integrated safety approach, providing follow-up mentoring, and assisting with data collection and awareness efforts.

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Digital Safety Trainer

IREX · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

IREX

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The consultant will provide contextualized digital safety and risk management support to journalists, media practitioners, and media organizations experiencing or at risk of digital threats. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessment and mitigation planning sessions, providing follow-up mentoring, and assisting with program awareness.

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Psychosocial Safety Trainer

IREX · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

IREX

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The consultant will provide contextualized psychosocial safety and risk management support to journalists, media practitioners, and media organizations in the MENA region experiencing or at risk of psychosocial threats. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, providing follow-up mentoring, supporting data collection, and increasing awareness of available support.

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Freelance Business Education Subject Matter Expert

GW, Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

GW, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Subject Matter Experts will assist in developing learning content for major book publishers, focusing on Business or Management areas. This involves creating materials such as assessment content, instructor manuals, and teaching guides.

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Computer Programming Instructor (Field 500091) Part Time Limited

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

🌎 United States 💵 $24800 - $52800 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will facilitate student learning in asynchronous classroom and lab settings while collaborating with colleagues and students to cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment. Primary duties also involve designing and revising curriculum to meet the needs of ever-changing Computer Programming trends and engaging in college activities.

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Technical Instructor - Remote

Daikin Applied Americas · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Daikin Applied Americas

🌎 United States 💵 $80400 - $132K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will design and deliver advanced technical training for HVAC professionals covering commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting complex equipment like chillers and control systems. This role also involves developing multimedia learning assets and serving as a technical authority for curriculum design.

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Assistant Manager of Special Education - Missouri Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Assistant Manager of Special Education will oversee all educational service delivery for students with special needs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations regarding IEP processes, data collection, and appropriate program provision in the least restrictive environment. Responsibilities include managing referrals, contracting with service providers, maintaining compliance documentation, and coordinating mandated direct services.

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Senior Manager, Educational Counseling

Bright Horizons · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Bright Horizons

🌎 United States 💵 $67000 - $102K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Senior Manager will guide clients through the college admissions process, helping students ethically present their strengths and potential while supporting families through all aspects of admissions, including managing expectations. Responsibilities also include contributing to company growth, supporting an under-resourced student pro-bono annually, and presenting on various educational topics.

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Early Intervention Evaluator Spanish Speaking (SLP, Special Educator)

Competent Care · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Competent Care

🌎 United States 💵 $125 - $200 per day ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary responsibility involves conducting comprehensive evaluations for children suspected of having a developmental delay using standardized diagnostic tools like PLS-5 and DAYC 2. This includes collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create reports and supporting families throughout the evaluation process.

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Instructor - OJT Training (Remote Opportunity Available)

Frontier Airlines · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Frontier Airlines

🌎 United States 💵 $81752 - $108K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The On-the-Job Instructor supplements classroom instruction by delivering practical training to support Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering organizations, focusing on initial and recurrent practical training tasks. Essential functions include providing formal, structured OJT for maintenance personnel, conducting qualifications on the Airbus fleet, and promoting safety through practical demonstration.

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Middle School Science Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $46000 - $50000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering engaging synchronous and asynchronous science content in an online environment, managing the learning process, and actively working with students and parents to meet learning goals. Essential functions include personalizing learning, differentiating instruction, maintaining grade books, preparing students for standardized tests, and establishing positive rapport with families.

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Principal Consultant - Security

TEECOM · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

TEECOM

🌎 United States 💵 $145K - $180K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This senior-level technical leader is responsible for delivering complex, multi-discipline projects, serving as a subject matter expert, and leading discipline-specific design efforts to ensure high-performance project delivery. They must also strengthen the company's foundations by modeling best practices, contributing to documentation, and mentoring engineers while cultivating strong external client relationships.

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Tutor - Competition Math

xAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

xAI

🌎 United States 💵 $45 - $75 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The specialist will enhance AI technologies by providing high-quality inputs, labels, and annotations using proprietary software, collaborating with the technical team on model training and tool refinement. Key tasks include designing, selecting, and refining complex competition math problems, creating grading rubrics, and grading model solutions.

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Online Mathematics Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

ECPI University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Instructors will teach online Mathematics classes, sharing industry experience to help students achieve learning outcomes within five-week terms. Faculty must be available evenings and weekends to support adult learners and conduct required weekly live sessions and office hours via Zoom.

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Middle School Special Education Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment, providing instruction, support, and guidance while managing the learning process and focusing on individual student needs. Essential functions include ensuring all special education and related services are provided per the IEP team's determination, developing compliant documentation, and leading collaborative meetings.

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Project Leader / Engagement Manager - Education & Workforce

Socal Recruiting · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Socal Recruiting

🌎 United States 💵 $80 - $120 per hour ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This role involves overseeing project management, ensuring successful project delivery, fostering client relationships, and driving engagement strategies for an education and workforce strategy firm.

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MRO Functional SME - REMOTE

Tallon Recruiting Consultants · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Tallon Recruiting Consultants

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves serving as the Functional Subject Matter Expert for MRO-Supply, determining readiness for work items, and delivering working software through configuration and development in every iteration. Responsibilities also include supporting Air Force working capital funds and interacting with trading partners.

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Cyber Researcher, Attack Emulation (Senior / Principal)

Pentera · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Pentera

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $220K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves conducting deep, hands-on technical research into attacker techniques across various systems and translating these findings into production-grade, automated attack emulations that dynamically adapt. Responsibilities include designing and developing advanced simulation techniques and architecting decision-making logic for adaptive automated operations.

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High School Math Teacher - Indiana Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers will virtually manage instructional programs from a home office in Indiana, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion. Key duties include grading, supporting instruction through web conferencing, reviewing curriculum, communicating progress, and maintaining student records.

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FP&A Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Leland

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Coaches will help mentees prepare for recruiting through resume reviews, interview preparation, and guidance on financial modeling, forecasting, and planning processes. They will set their own hours and rates, host sessions virtually, and partner with the team to deliver a high-quality coaching experience.

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USMLE Tutor

MedSchoolCoach · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

MedSchoolCoach

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Tutors provide outstanding tutoring, striving to identify better ways to teach, advise, and guide medical school students through their journey. This involves conducting tutoring sessions online with flexibility in scheduling.

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Adjunct Faculty Forensic Psychology Dissertation

Covista · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Covista

🌎 United States 💵 $1560 - $4080 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary responsibility involves chairing and/or serving as a second member on doctoral dissertation committees, acting as a methodologist and/or content expert for Forensic Psychology PhD students. Contributing Faculty members must educate students proficiently using online technology, providing thoughtful, well-written, and timely feedback within a respectful environment.

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Instructor – CHS & Surveillance Operations

Chenega Corporation · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Chenega Corporation

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will deliver classroom-based Confidential Human Source (CHS) and surveillance training, relating content to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations, and facilitating practical exercises and scenarios. This role also involves mentoring students, managing the classroom environment, and assisting with curriculum development and instructor cadre oversight.

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High School Science Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $46000 - $50000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences, managing the learning process, and monitoring student progress through the learning management system. They must actively work with students and parents to advance learning goals and differentiate instruction based on student mastery levels.

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