Everything you need to know to start and succeed in online English teaching.
The online English teaching market has grown steadily in recent years, with most students coming from China. Teaching online works for part-time hours and can become a full-time income for those who stick with it.
Highlight teaching experience and any work with non-native speakers. Tailor each application to the school's listed requirements.
Resume Guide >A 120-hour TEFL is the standard entry requirement for most online ESL platforms and can increase your starting pay.
TEFL Guide >A short introduction video showing your teaching style and English level can improve your application results significantly.
Intro Video Guide >A quiet room, neutral background, decent headset, and stable internet connection are the minimum requirements for most platforms.
Teaching Supplies >Record yourself teaching a sample lesson. If you're applying for kids' classes, practice TPR (gestures, expressions, body language).
Interview Prep >Browse current openings from active online ESL schools and filter by pay rate, student age, and schedule.
Search Online Teaching Jobs >Most students are from China, South Korea, Japan, and increasingly from Latin America and Europe.