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 Safety Trainer

IREX · Full Time · 20 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 · 20 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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Computer Programming Instructor (Field 500091) Part Time Limited

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities · Full Time · 20 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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Assistant Manager of Special Education - Missouri Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 20 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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Early Intervention Evaluator Spanish Speaking (SLP, Special Educator)

Competent Care · Full Time · 20 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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Online Mathematics Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University · Full Time · 20 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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MRO Functional SME - REMOTE

Tallon Recruiting Consultants · Full Time · 20 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 · 20 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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FP&A Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 20 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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Principal ABM Strategist

Eve · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Eve

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This founding Principal ABM Strategist will own the strategy, execution, and evolution of both Strategic (1:1) and Scaled (1:few / 1:many) ABM programs across critical accounts and segments. Responsibilities include designing personalized 1:1 programs, developing scalable 1:Few/1:Many tiered programs, and establishing the foundational ABM strategy, operating model, and tech stack.

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Adjunct Faculty - M.Ed-Instruction & Learning

Abilene Christian University · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Abilene Christian University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary role involves providing high-quality instruction, direction, and support to students pursuing master's degrees in an online classroom setting. Essential duties include giving timely feedback, facilitating and grading assignments, managing class sizes up to 29 students, and maintaining regular virtual office hours.

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Middle School Cardiology Instructor 2026

Education Unlimited · Part Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Education Unlimited

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

Instructors are responsible for teaching the Education Unlimited curriculum, supervising campers (online or in-person), organizing and leading hands-on labs, and executing a final showcase of student work. They must also track student progress and assist the camp director with supervision and administrative tasks.

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Principal

Haley & Aldrich, Inc. · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Haley & Aldrich, Inc.

🌎 Tonga, United States 💵 $175K - $240K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal will drive business growth by developing client relationships, identifying and winning new work, and leading pursuit efforts, while overseeing project execution as a trusted advisor. Responsibilities also include building and leading high-performing teams, mentoring talent, ensuring financial success across accounts, and maintaining safety protocols.

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Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Chemical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Carnegie Mellon University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Core responsibilities include following research plans to collect, record, and analyze data, maintaining accurate research records, and testing software prototypes while interacting with fellow researchers. The role also involves performing basic data analysis to contribute to reports and research publications.

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Autotech Technical Trainer

Genuine Parts Company · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Genuine Parts Company

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Autotech Technical Trainer will deliver training to shop employees to enhance automotive diagnostic skills, aiming to reduce comebacks and parts returns, thereby increasing sales of NAPA parts and equipment. This role involves continually developing instructional knowledge, preparing and delivering classes using adult learning principles, and partnering with management to design and implement training schedules and programs.

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Contract IT Instructor (Onsite and virtual live classes)

Pluralsight · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Pluralsight

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor will deliver live, instructor-led technical training sessions, both virtually and onsite, for enterprise clients, facilitating hands-on labs and interactive discussions. They must customize delivery based on audience skill levels and stay current on emerging tools and frameworks within their expertise.

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Adjunct Faculty, Professional Designations

Kaplan · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Kaplan

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Instructors are responsible for all aspects of CFP© education course delivery, serving as subject matter experts and student advocates while delivering exceptional classroom experiences. Primary duties include covering program and course learning outcomes using College for Financial Planning materials and employing best pedagogical practices to create engaging educational experiences.

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Principal Consultant - Endpoint Security | Remote, USA

Optiv · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Optiv

🌎 United States 💵 $134K - $184K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Principal Consultant will define problems, discover overall solutions, and guide teams on project processes and deliverables, while driving the technical relationship with customers and partners through advanced architecture, implementation, and operational support. This role involves working with customers to translate business requirements into security features and assisting in the development of cyber engagement plans.

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Subject Matter Expert III - ARMS (Contingent Upon Award)

Dalcom, LLC · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Dalcom, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $185K - $250K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Subject Matter Expert III will provide senior strategic advisory support for complex engineering, analytical, and financial initiatives related to industrial base modernization challenges. This role involves guiding program planning, evaluating analytical models, conducting high-level assessments of production capabilities, and contributing expert insight to technical documentation.

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Subject Matter Expert II - ARMS (Contingent Upon Award)

Dalcom, LLC · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Dalcom, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $160K - $225K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves providing senior-level expertise for the ARMS program, evaluating government-owned facilities to identify modernization and operational improvements, and supporting technical and financial analyses related to industrial base sustainment. Key tasks include developing analytical models, implementing project plans, conducting technical evaluations of manufacturing systems, and contributing to technical documentation.

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Subject Matter Expert I (Contingent Upon Award)

Dalcom, LLC · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Dalcom, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $140K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Subject Matter Expert I will apply advanced technical or financial expertise to support engineering and analytical projects across multiple mission areas, focusing on modernization planning and investment prioritization. Key duties include executing analytical studies, assessing system performance and risks, and contributing subject matter expertise to technical documentation.

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Principal Analyst, Customer Insights

Arcadia · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Arcadia

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This senior individual contributor role is responsible for shaping analytic strategy and delivering high-impact insights across complex, enterprise-level customer engagements, acting as the highest-level analytic authority within Customer Insights. The analyst will define and lead analytic strategy, architect advanced frameworks for medical economics and performance measurement, and serve as the senior-most analytic escalation point for complex methodological questions.

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Adjunct Faculty: MBA (Online) 15 APPLICANTS

San Francisco Bay University · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

San Francisco Bay University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves infusing the learning journey with empathy, building professional relationships, and designing synchronous/asynchronous student connection opportunities. Faculty must also offer strategic career coaching and conduct bi-weekly office seminars for mentorship.

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Adjunct Faculty: How to Use Math in Real Life: The Mathematical Mindsets that Shape Our World

San Francisco Bay University · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

San Francisco Bay University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The faculty member will support the design and/or delivery of an innovative General Education course focused on real-life mathematics, ethical dimensions of data, and responsible problem-solving. Responsibilities include implementing student-centered teaching practices, collaborating on curriculum refinement, and engaging in course assessment activities.

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Operations Principal

Volta Energy Technologies, LLC · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Volta Energy Technologies, LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves ensuring thorough documentation maintenance for investments, monitoring portfolio company progress including financial performance and ESG compliance, and overseeing the production of reports for investors. The professional will also serve as the primary contact for external service providers like administrators and accountants, and assist the COO with internal financial administration.

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Adjunct Instructor

Columbia College · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Columbia College

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for teaching virtual synchronous courses for Columbia College-Virtual Education. Candidates will be contacted if an opening in their respective fields becomes available after their application is considered active for two years.

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Online Adjunct Instructor Pool

Columbia College · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Columbia College

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The core responsibility involves serving as an adjunct (part-time) instructor for Columbia College Online Education to meet changing instructional needs. Qualified applicants will be contacted when an opening in their respective fields becomes available.

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Secondary English Language Arts Teacher - Minnesota Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States 💵 $42000 - $57000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers will manage instructional programs, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via telephone and Internet to ensure successful program completion. Responsibilities include grading, progress reporting, conducting parent conferences, and supporting instruction through synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing.

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ELL Teacher 2026-2027 School Year - Virginia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Certified ELL Teachers will manage instructional programs remotely, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion. Responsibilities include administering and scoring WIDA assessments, supporting instruction through synchronous lessons, and completing all grading and progress reporting.

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High School Counselor - Oregon Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States 💵 $40000 - $54000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching Counselor

The High School Counselor will virtually advise students and parents on course selection, scheduling, academic planning, and graduation requirements, while also serving as the initial point of contact for academic and non-academic student concerns spanning multiple subjects. Key duties include managing student transcripts, implementing support programs for at-risk students, coordinating crisis prevention plans, and assisting with college and career preparation.

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