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

San Francisco Bay University · Full Time · 13 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 · 13 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 · 13 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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Masters of Social Work Online Adjunct Faculty

Columbia College · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Columbia College

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves serving as a part-time adjunct instructor and course developer for the Master of Social Work program within the Online Education Department. Qualified applicants will be contacted when openings become available in their respective fields.

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Online Adjunct Instructor Pool

Columbia College · Full Time · 13 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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Online Adjunct Instructor: African Culture & Society

Columbia College · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Columbia College

🌎 United States 💵 $125 - $2500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary responsibility is serving as an adjunct (part-time) instructor for online courses in African Culture & Society. Candidates will be kept active for two years and contacted if an opening in their field becomes available.

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Corporate Japanese Trainer 85 APPLICANTS

goFLUENT · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

goFLUENT

🌎 Cambodia, Myanmar, Spain ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The trainer will be responsible for delivering live video training sessions to individual learners or groups and writing lesson reports to document the content covered in each session. The role involves enhancing the professional communication skills of corporate employees across various industries.

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Online Psychology Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

ECPI University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

As a faculty member, you will provide practical, hands-on instruction through the Canvas LMS in an engaging learning environment, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student learning and achieve outcomes. You must also be available evenings and weekends to support students.

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Education Leadership - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Western Washington University · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Western Washington University

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

This is a continuous application pool for temporary, part-time, non-tenure track teaching positions within the Education Leadership Programs, which offer graduate degrees (EdD & MEd) and administrator certificates. Positions may become available throughout the academic year and summer quarter, typically filled on a quarterly basis.

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Department Chair, Graduate Business

Excelsior University · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Excelsior University

🌎 United States 💵 $95000 - $105K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Chair leads academic operations for graduate and doctoral Business and Public Service programs, ensuring compliance with standards, managing faculty performance through coaching and evaluation, and coordinating schedules for student progress and workload distribution. This role also guides curriculum planning, oversees doctoral program development, and engages in continuous improvement based on data and feedback.

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Zscaler SME/Lead

Hunatek · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Hunatek

🌎 Worldwide 💵 $200K - $250K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The role involves providing ongoing operational support, maintenance, and engineering for the full Zscaler product suite (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) for a deployed implementation. Key tasks include configuring and tuning the system, troubleshooting complex networking issues, and designing/implementing Zscaler solutions aligned with SASE/Zero Trust strategies.

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Senior Archaeologist | Principal Investigator | New England

Chronicle Heritage · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Chronicle Heritage

🌎 United States 💵 $85000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Senior Archaeologist will lead technical studies, ensuring clients receive high-quality, on-time deliverables while providing technical and interdisciplinary team oversight. This role includes quality control for all outputs, training staff, interfacing with clients and stakeholders, and overseeing field investigations and data interpretation.

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Senior Archaeologist | Principal Investigator | Denver, CO

Chronicle Heritage · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Chronicle Heritage

🌎 Canada 💵 $85000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Senior Archaeologist will lead technical studies, oversee field and desktop research, and ensure clients receive high-quality, on-time deliverables while providing technical and interdisciplinary team oversight. This role also involves developing and maintaining business relationships, pursuing new leads, and overseeing proposal preparation and contract procurement.

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Senior Archaeologist | Dedicated Subject Matter Expert | CA/SW

Chronicle Heritage · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Chronicle Heritage

🌎 Canada 💵 $75000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The primary focus is generating pricing for opportunities and producing technically sound, compliant proposal responses to solicitations in a timely manner. This role also involves leading the proposal development process, crafting win themes, and managing proposal content libraries.

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Remote French Instructor

Berlitz · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Berlitz

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Instructors must prepare lessons using provided material, customizing content based on student needs, and create a risk-free environment for language experimentation. They are also responsible for documenting student progress after each lesson.

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Academic Coach - Minnesota Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States 💵 $42000 - $53000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Academic Coach serves as the initial point of contact for student and parent concerns, monitoring progress and collaborating with staff to guide student success, including managing Personal Learning Plans and handling at-risk students.

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High School Counselor - Colorado Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

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

The School Counselor will advise students and parents on academics, career planning, and graduation, while becoming an expert on course and credit requirements. Responsibilities include managing course selection, reviewing transcripts, implementing support programs, and coordinating crisis management plans.

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Special Education Teacher - Colorado Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Special Education Teacher will manage instructional programs for students with special needs, consulting regularly with learning coaches and students via phone and internet to ensure program completion. They will participate in all steps of the IEP process and work with other professionals to ensure the special education program is successful and compliant.

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Middle School Math Teacher - Washington Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States 💵 $40000 - $55000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Middle School Math Teacher will manage instructional programs remotely, consulting regularly with caretakers and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion, while also hosting weekly homeroom LiveLessons and acting as a role model and mentor.

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Middle School Science Teacher - Arkansas Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Certified Teachers will virtually 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 web conferencing and direct student interaction.

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Certified High School Math Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and asynchronous virtual instruction aligned to curriculum and state standards, while also providing differentiated support and collaborating within the MTSS/RTI model for interventions. They are responsible for building strong relationships with students and families, using assessment data to drive learning, and participating in required in-person state testing and school events.

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Certified High School Science Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and asynchronous virtual instruction aligned to curriculum and state standards, while also providing differentiated support and using assessment data to drive student learning and growth. Key duties include engaging families, collaborating with support staff to implement accommodations, and maintaining accurate academic records.

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Certified High School Social Studies Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and asynchronous instruction aligned to curriculum and state standards, while also providing differentiated instruction and collaborating within the MTSS/RTI model for interventions. They must build strong relationships with students and families, provide timely feedback, and use assessment data to drive student learning and growth.

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Certified High School English Language Arts Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and asynchronous instruction aligned to curriculum and state standards, providing differentiated support and using assessment data to drive student learning and growth. They are also responsible for building strong relationships with students and families to support academic success and engagement.

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High School CTE Business Teacher - Washington Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States 💵 $40000 - $55000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Certified High School CTE Business Teacher will manage instructional programs remotely, consulting regularly with caretakers and students via phone and internet to ensure successful program completion, including hosting weekly homeroom sessions and delivering synchronous lessons.

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High School Counselor - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

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

The High School Counselor will assist students and parents with course selection, scheduling, and serve as the initial contact for multi-subject and non-academic student concerns, while also supporting academic success through instruction and intervention collaboration. Key duties include advising on academics, early college and career planning, managing course changes, implementing adjustment programs, and participating in crisis management planning.

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Adjunct Chinese Certified Teacher (WA, TX)

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

The Adjunct Chinese Teacher will support the instructional program using synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing, complete all grading with prompt feedback, and communicate regularly with students and teachers to update pacing plans. Responsibilities also include using data to monitor progress, modifying curriculum for accommodations, and fostering a welcoming online community.

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Certified High School Special Education Mathematics Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and asynchronous virtual instruction aligned with curriculum and state standards, providing differentiated support and collaborating within the MTSS/RTI model for interventions. They are responsible for building strong relationships with students and families, using assessment data to drive learning, and ensuring all student accommodations are implemented.

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Certified High School Special Education Science Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality virtual instruction, providing differentiated support, intervention, and enrichment while collaborating with staff to implement student accommodations. They are responsible for building strong relationships with students and families to support academic success and engagement through consistent communication.

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Certified High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Teachers deliver high-quality synchronous and create asynchronous virtual instruction aligned to curriculum and state standards, while also providing differentiated instruction and collaborating within the MTSS/RTI model for interventions. They must build strong relationships with students and families, provide timely feedback, and use assessment data to drive student learning and growth.

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