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.

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Edmentum · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Edmentum

🌎 United States 💵 $45000 - $50000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver live, on-camera synchronous math instruction for five or more hours daily to engage students in a virtual classroom. Use performance data to personalize learning, provide feedback, and maintain proactive communication with families and school partners.

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Oracle · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Oracle

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Implement OFSS products and technologies by developing and configuring detailed solutions for complex customer engagements. Lead solution design and implementation while providing coaching and guidance to team members.

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Elementary Teacher - Ohio Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher will deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom to support K-12 students. Responsibilities include monitoring student data, implementing intervention strategies, and maintaining strong communication with parents and families.

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Middle School Math Teacher - Ohio Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver synchronous and asynchronous math instruction to middle school students using the Pearson Online Classroom. Manage student progress through data-driven interventions, personal learning plans, and regular communication with families.

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Middle School Science Teacher - Ohio Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The teacher will deliver synchronous and asynchronous science instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom to support middle school students. Responsibilities include monitoring student data, providing individualized interventions, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure academic progress.

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Principal Environmental Professional or Biologist

Montrose Environmental Group · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Montrose Environmental Group

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $180K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead complex environmental compliance and permitting projects while managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Drive business growth by leading proposal efforts and securing new annual work through strategic client relationships.

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Principal Researcher, Value-Based Specialty Care

American Institutes for Research · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

American Institutes for Research

🌎 United States 💵 $155K - $190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

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Principal Researcher, Prescription Drug Policy

American Institutes for Research · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

American Institutes for Research

🌎 United States 💵 $155K - $190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Leads complex prescription drug policy research and business development for CMS and CMMI. Provides senior expertise on drug pricing and payment models to generate actionable evidence for policymakers.

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Neuroanatomy Instructor Summer 2026

Education Unlimited · Part Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Education Unlimited

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

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Special Education Teacher

Stride, Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Stride, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for delivering course content in an online environment and managing the learning process based on students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). They must ensure compliance with state documentation, facilitate IEP meetings, and maintain positive rapport with families.

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Educational Leadership Studies Adjunct Faculty – Graduate Level 21 APPLICANTS

National Louis University · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

National Louis University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teach graduate and doctoral courses in Educational Leadership Studies using approved syllabi and technology-based platforms. Collaborate to enhance the student experience and provide support to diverse learners to ensure academic success.

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Integra LifeSciences · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Integra LifeSciences

🌎 Japan ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Director serves as the APAC strategic lead for professional education to accelerate adoption and commercial performance through post-marketing education. This role involves partnering with Marketing, Commercial, and Medical Affairs leadership to align education with lifecycle priorities and regulatory requirements.

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SAT - ACT Tutor (Remote)

SoFlo SAT Tutoring · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

SoFlo SAT Tutoring

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide personalized remote instruction to high school students to improve their SAT and ACT scores using a provided curriculum. Manage student scheduling, track performance, and maintain consistent communication with parents and operations management.

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Research Assistant, Language and Development Internship (Open to Current UT Students Only)

University of Texas at Austin · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

University of Texas at Austin

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Assist with Spanish-language transcripts, interview materials, and the refinement of bilingual research documents for Project DUAL. Support administrative tasks including data processing, training coordination, and attendance tracking.

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SGS · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

SGS

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $91000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

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RWS TrainAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

RWS TrainAI

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

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RWS TrainAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

RWS TrainAI

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Develop high-quality, complex question-and-answer content focused on Brazilian internet culture and viral trends to benchmark AI systems. Ensure responses are accurate, nuanced, and grounded in specific Brazilian social and cultural contexts.

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Brazilian Portuguese - Law & Ethics Subject Matter Expert (SME) 139 APPLICANTS

RWS TrainAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

RWS TrainAI

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

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RWS TrainAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

RWS TrainAI

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Develop high-quality, expert-level questions and answers regarding Brazilian politics, legislation, and socio-political challenges to benchmark AI systems. Ensure all content is accurate, nuanced, and grounded in real-world Brazilian cultural and regulatory contexts.

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Brazilian Portuguese - Religion & Philosophy Subject Matter Expert (SME) 115 APPLICANTS

RWS TrainAI · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

RWS TrainAI

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Develop advanced, open-ended questions and high-quality answers regarding religion and philosophy for AI benchmarking. Ensure content incorporates Brazilian cultural context and requires complex multi-step reasoning.

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Summer Job – We are looking for a bilingual or native teacher

LeTueLezioni · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

LeTueLezioni

🌎 Italy ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Provide private language lessons to students either online or in person. Help students improve language skills, prepare for exams, and gain confidence before the school year.

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Work from home as an private online English Tutor - Part Time

Nachhilfeunterricht · Part Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Nachhilfeunterricht

🌎 Austria 💵 €15 - €35 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching English Tutor

Provide private English lessons to students, specifically at the primary level. Help students understand and comprehend the subject matter to improve their academic achievements.

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Work from home as an private online English Tutor - Part Time

Nachhilfeunterricht · Part Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Nachhilfeunterricht

🌎 Germany 💵 €15 - €35 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching English Tutor

Provide private English lessons to students, specifically at the primary level. Help students understand and comprehend the subject matter to improve their academic achievements.

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Adjunct Instructor of First Year Experience – Psychology

CHESS · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

CHESS

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor is responsible for teaching college-level psychology courses, developing instructional materials, and evaluating student learning. Duties include maintaining student records and holding weekly office hours across various delivery formats.

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THL-CONSULTING · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

THL-CONSULTING

🌎 Germany ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Develop and deliver training programs and individual coaching for specialists and executives to enhance professional skills. Create tailored training materials and analyze program effectiveness to ensure continuous quality optimization.

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Adjunct Instructor in Italian

Dominican University · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Dominican University

🌎 United States 💵 $3000 - $3500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The instructor is responsible for delivering asynchronous online courses on Machiavelli and Michelangelo. Duties include preparing course materials, submitting grades, and maintaining communication with students and the Department Chair.

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Part-Time Educator (Graduate Programs)

Cleary University · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Cleary University

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Deliver graduate-level course content using Canvas LMS and multimedia tools to create engaging online learning experiences. Maintain student relationships through regular digital communication and assess learning based on institutional outcomes.

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Online ESL teacher

vipkid/vipteacher · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

vipkid/vipteacher

🌎 United States 💵 $15.6 - $28.4 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching ESL Teacher

Conduct one-on-one virtual English classes for international K-12 students using a provided curriculum. Manage a flexible schedule to deliver 25-minute interactive teaching sessions.

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Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 Academic Year Externship

Center for Democracy & Technology · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Center for Democracy & Technology

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Externs support the Center for Democracy & Technology by conducting research and drafting reports on civil liberties and human rights related to technology. Depending on the track, responsibilities include legal analysis, policy advocacy, technical evaluation, or nonprofit communications.

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Strategic Initiatives Principal

Check Technologies · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Check Technologies

🌎 United States 💵 $168K - $225K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Lead high-impact, ambiguous strategic initiatives by designing durable solutions and scaling new teams from the ground up. Partner with the COO to optimize operational workflows using an AI-first approach and manage end-to-end program execution.

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