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 (2,409)

Digital Services Librarian

Library Systems & Services LLC · Full Time · 18 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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Capital Markets Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)

Wall Street Prep · Full Time · 18 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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Principal Security Consultant (Req #1132)

ePlus Technology, inc. · Full Time · 18 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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Summer Camp Neuroanatomy Instructor 2026

Education Unlimited · Part Time · 19 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 · 19 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 · 19 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 Research Analyst

Clarivate · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Clarivate

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

This role involves leveraging senior leadership networks to secure new business opportunities and leading deep-dive consultations with key pharmaceutical clients regarding benchmarking data and membership programs. The individual will also act as a thought partner to shape future Global R&D and Clinical programs and contribute external content to reinforce market leadership.

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Software Trainer

Focus School Software · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Focus School Software

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Software Trainer will be responsible for providing end users with technical training of the company's software products both in person and virtually. This role requires working independently and collaboratively while handling various tasks under pressure.

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Instructional Coach

HMH · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

HMH

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The coach provides high-quality professional learning, both in-person and online, focusing on supporting educators with the implementation of HMH solutions, including onboarding, planning, and improving instructional practices to boost student achievement. This role involves leading training sessions, maintaining high customer satisfaction scores, and acting as an ambassador for HMH services and curriculum solutions.

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Care Coach II - GA

Careforth · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Careforth

🌎 Australia, Italy, United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Care Coach II supports family caregivers through coaching, education, and guidance using technology, focusing on improving the psychosocial, physical, and environmental health of caregivers and recipients. This role involves managing a caseload, assessing needs, assisting with care plan goals, and collaborating with stakeholders while documenting activities according to regulatory requirements.

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Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor, Aviation Commercial Management, Worldwide Campus (Remote Role)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The faculty member will primarily teach graduate and undergraduate commercial aviation business courses, developing, maintaining, and assessing courses, especially those related to Airline, Airport, and Air Mobility degree programs. Responsibilities also include curriculum development, staying current in the profession, and providing service to the department, college, university, and profession.

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Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor, Aviation Strategic Management, Worldwide Campus (Remote Role)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The faculty member will teach graduate and undergraduate strategic management courses, primarily focusing on corporate strategy within the commercial aviation sector, and will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and assessing relevant courses for aviation-related degree programs.

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Math Teacher, Grades 3–5 | Remote 247 APPLICANTS

Think Academy US · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Think Academy US

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $45 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves teaching math classes for Grades 3-5 using a structured curriculum, delivering engaging lessons, and supporting students in building strong content understanding. Responsibilities also include managing the classroom environment, grading homework, providing feedback, and communicating professionally with parents.

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Virtual Instructor (Phlebotomy)

CGS Immersive · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

CGS Immersive

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Virtual Instructor will facilitate engaging synchronous and asynchronous online learning experiences using various multimedia tools, including extended reality, while tailoring instruction for diverse learning styles. Responsibilities also include monitoring learner progress, providing timely feedback, and maintaining an active online presence to address inquiries.

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Chief Information Officer (fractional) - Higher Education / EdTech

Talentus Global · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Talentus Global

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Fractional CIO will develop and implement a comprehensive IT vision and strategic roadmap aligned with institutional academic goals, leading digital transformation initiatives across academic and administrative functions using cloud, data analytics, and AI. Key duties include leading a proactive cybersecurity strategy compliant with various regulations and driving enrollment growth through effective CRM ecosystem utilization and integration.

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Associate Principal - Multi- Disciplinary

TEECOM · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

TEECOM

🌎 United States 💵 $125K - $160K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This mid-level engineering role involves leading small- to mid-scale, multi-discipline projects from programming through closeout, ensuring deliverables meet quality and constructability standards while maintaining scope, schedule, and budget alignment. The role also requires strengthening internal systems through documentation and contributing to thought leadership externally, alongside mentoring junior engineers.

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Elementary School Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences, personalizing instruction based on student mastery levels, and actively managing the learning process for K-5 students in a virtual environment. A primary duty involves establishing and maintaining positive rapport with families and regularly communicating with students and learning coaches regarding progress and curricular issues.

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Certified Florida SPANISH 7-12 Teacher/ Virtual Tutoring

FloridaTutoringNetwork, LLC · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

FloridaTutoringNetwork, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $30 - $40 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves providing supplemental instruction to middle and/or high school students individually and in small groups to help them understand concepts, complete assignments, and prepare for tests. Duties include developing lesson plans based on student needs, preparing instructional materials, and evaluating student progress.

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Certified Florida Teacher AP/AICE High School

FloridaTutoringNetwork, LLC · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

FloridaTutoringNetwork, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $40 - $65 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves providing supplemental instruction to high school students individually and in small groups, focusing on helping them understand educational concepts, complete assignments, and prepare for tests. Duties include developing lesson plans, preparing instructional materials, and evaluating student progress to help students reach their full potential.

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Operational Excellence Readiness Coach-Bilingual (Spanish/English)

QAD, Inc. · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

QAD, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $115K per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Operational Excellence Readiness Coach provides customers with coaching and implementation guidance, delivering the first impression of training, testing, and configuration during the critical first eight weeks of implementation. Responsibilities include conducting onsite visits, performing initial software training, configuring software to match client processes, and ensuring data accuracy and automation signal monitoring.

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Contractors - Intern Teacher Credential and MAT Program (Multiple Roles)

Reach University · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Reach University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

These contracted roles involve instructing graduate-level core courses, facilitating synchronous online seminars, developing elective courses, coaching teacher candidates through observations, and providing timely assessment and feedback on candidate work for credentialing programs.

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Wilson Reading Instructor - Remote

AXIS Teletherapy · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

AXIS Teletherapy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Wilson Reading Instructors provide specialized virtual instruction in literacy to school-aged children using evidence-based strategies to support IEPs and academic success. They collaborate with families and educators while providing consistent, data-driven support to foster student independence.

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Special Education Teacher - Inspire Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Special Education Teacher will deliver specially designed virtual instruction, manage the full IEP process including development and compliance, and provide targeted intervention and support to K-12 students using data analysis. Responsibilities also include monitoring student engagement during live sessions, completing grading, and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with federal and state regulations.

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Principal Pathologist

WuXi AppTec · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

WuXi AppTec

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Pathologists will attend key activities of preclinical studies regarding pathology, performing examinations, evaluating data, and writing comprehensive pathology reports. Responsibilities also include functioning as a Peer Review Pathologist, Principal Investigator, providing training, and communicating results to sponsors.

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High School Special Education Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for delivering specific course content online, providing instruction, managing the learning process based on each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), and ensuring all required special education compliance documents are maintained.

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Adjunct Faculty - School Psychology

Abilene Christian University · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Abilene Christian University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary responsibilities involve providing high-quality instruction, direction, and support to students pursuing a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in School Psychology within the online classroom environment. This includes timely feedback, grading assignments, facilitating discussions, and being available for virtual student meetings.

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Principal Consultant

TEECOM · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

TEECOM

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

This senior technical leader role involves delivering complex, multi-discipline projects, serving as a subject matter expert, and potentially leading projects profitably while ensuring scope alignment and risk mitigation. Key duties include leading discipline-specific design efforts, strengthening firm standards through documentation and tool improvements, and cultivating strong external client relationships as a trusted technical advisor.

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CRE Law Enforcement II Teacher - SY 26/27

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher is responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment, providing instruction, support, and guidance, and managing the learning process while focusing on individual student needs. Essential duties include providing engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences, differentiating instruction, maintaining academic integrity, and preparing students for high-stakes standardized tests.

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Educator Specialist - Mid-Moderate

AXIS Teletherapy · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

AXIS Teletherapy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Education Specialists empower school-aged children by using evidence-based strategies to support specialized instruction, individual education plans, and academic success. In a virtual setting, they provide specialized instruction in math and literacy, collaborate with families and educators, and help students thrive through consistent, data-driven support.

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Physical Safety Trainer

IREX · Full Time · 20 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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