Tutoring Jobs

If you have been looking for a great side gig, then you should consider becoming an online tutor. You will be surprised to find that there are very many people requiring the services of a private tutor.

The non-English speaking countries such as China, Japan, Spain, Brazil, etc., have recently begun to learn English, and hence, English tutors are in high demand. There are many opportunities for you to make money if you can teaching.

Now, you must be good at or excel in a specific subject. As such, you will be able to specialize and capitalize on your expertise.

This job allows you to either work part-time or on a full-time basis. You also get to offer your services online to many different people from all over the world. This is because learning is universal, and wherever you look, someone needs to learn something.

Tutoring has got to be the most straightforward job there is because you get paid to tell people what you already know, and you need not study, or spend sleepless nights doing extensive research. Although you can if you plan on venturing into a field, you are not familiar with.

You can either find jobs on your own or use companies that recruit people for online tutoring. I would recommend that you use the companies as you will always be assured of a job.

Why should you consider becoming an online tutor?

The simplest reason why you should consider this job is because it is quite easy, especially if you decide to teach English to children in non-English speaking countries. But, you need to have a good mastery of the English language and speak without an accent.

This is because, in most cases, you will be teaching English as a second language, and it is important that you teach the right things.

If you have some spare time and have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection, then, this is a good option for you.

Again, online tutors get to choose the hours they shall work, and if you are independent, you get to choose the rate you shall charge as well.

How does it work?

Online tutoring is not complicated at all. What you do is help students out with their homework, or teach them a specific subject. This is mostly done through skype, or any other online calling medium you both agree to. In some cases, the company you work for may have a portal which you will be required to use.

This is one-on-one tutoring with the students, and it involves giving them instructions on specific lessons or assisting them when they need it.

As I mentioned earlier, it is a good idea to work with a company, because these online tutoring companies ensure that you always have a job when you need it.

Legitimate websites that offer online tutoring jobs

Course Hero

This has got to be the biggest and most popular online tutoring company. It has a student pool of over 10 million students, which means that your chances of getting hired for work are pretty high. They claim to be able to pay their tutors almost $500 a week, which is quite good for a part-time job; in fact, you could even end up making it your full-time job.

They are an excellent option for you if you are knowledgeable outside of English, Science, and Math. People who can offer tuition in business, economics, accounting, computer science, architecture, anthropology, etc., tend to make more money on Course Hero.

You do not require a teaching certification to work for them, and all you need is to show them that you are knowledgeable in the subjects you wish to teach before you can start working for them.

One of the things you will appreciate about them is that you get to set your own schedule, and this means that the job is flexible for anyone who has an already busy lifestyle. There isn’t any cap on the amount of work you can do, and the ability to work from any location makes this one of the best jobs.

Benefits of working with Course Hero:

• You only need to prove your expertise in the area where you want to tutor
• Certification is not required
• Advanced matching algorithm connects student questions with the right tutors
• Low withdrawal minimum and a quick payout process.

iTutor

Working with iTutor opens you up to plenty of possibilities. You get to set your working hours, which means you can work at your convenience, plus the money is good too.

You will only require to have a functioning computer and a high-speed internet connection. This has got to be one of the best gigs for a college student looking for some extra cash or a stay at home mom who has some time on their hands.

ITutor has partnerships with AASA, and The School Superintendents Associations, which means that you shall be able to join a whole community of educators who are committed to helping students from all over the world.

You will require to have a bachelor’s degree before you can work with them, and also some classroom experience will be needed. If you have an active teaching certification, they will qualify you to work with them as well.

You can be able to tutor in language skills or test preparation. Other topics that you can choose are science, math, and social studies. The company’s main job is to match students with tutors who can be able to help them.

Their needs range from the first grade, all the way to the 12th grade, and this depends on your preference.

iTutor Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree and some classroom teaching time.
• Current teaching certification can work too.
• Some knowledge of math, SAT prep, English, and more.

Yup

With Yup, you will be paid per minute of your time that you shall spend tutoring. They also offer some performance bonuses, which can increase your earning potential. This is such a sweet deal.

If your area of expertise is sciences or Math, you shall be an excellent match for Yup. Their topics cover almost everything you can imagine from calculus to physics and chemistry. All you need to do is find your specific area of specialization, and you are good to go.

For you to qualify to work for them, however, you must have some teaching experience, and be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of your area of expertise, plus you will be required to pass a basic skills test.

You will be able to control your schedule as you like, and this is dependent upon how busy you are. The job allows you to work remotely from whichever location you are at.

Cambly

This company is a little different from what we have already reviewed above. With Cambly, the only skill you need to possess is the ability to read and speak English fluently, and without a foreign accent.

The reason behind this is that at Cambly, you shall be holding conversations with people who are learning English as a second language, and this includes most non-English speaking countries such as Japan, China, Spain, Brazil, etc.

When you want to start working, you shall be required to log in and start taking in calls. You can work on your smartphone or your laptop, and it is a very simple process. You can do it extremely easily if you want to work on it as a part-time job.

You do not need to do any advance preparations for the job as most students are only looking for a way to practice their English skills in a regular conversational pattern. Imagine getting paid for simply talking on the phone. Sweetest deal ever!

They will pay you weekly via PayPal.

Requirements:

• The ability to speak fluent English.
• No foreign accent is allowed.
• You need not have prior experience.

Elevate K-12

This is an online instruction for students on all levels, from kindergarten all the way to high school. They don’t have on-demand queues, and instead, you shall be setting appointments ahead of time to work with them according to your availability.

The company matches tutors with students who need their services for a series of learning sessions. This way, you will be able to get the student who is most comfortable with your teaching style.

You do not need to prepare for the appointments in advance as all of the content for the lesson plan is provided by Elevate K-12. This is simply the best and easiest job. All you do is avail yourself for the job, and you find they have done everything for you.

The typical topics you should expect from the site are English, Math, reading, social studies, and science, which are topics that almost anyone with a high-school diploma can do. They have openings in robotics tutors, and they shall soon start hiring people for coding as well, so, if you are a good programmer, there could be some excellent work for you soon.

The bad news is that with the robotics, most human tutors may lose their jobs. But this is in the future.

Elevate K-12 Requirements:

• You should have a Bachelor’s degree or be currently pursuing a teaching degree.
• Ability to work between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time.

Skooli

This company gives you two options for setting your schedule. You can either make appointments in advance, which helps if you are looking for a stable schedule, or you can log in whenever you have time in your hands and start working.

They always have instant sessions available, which makes them perfect for anyone looking for a part-time gig.

When you’re tutoring, the online platform supports video conferencing, online chat, screen sharing, and an interactive whiteboard. It even connects to Google Drive.

They mostly focus on high-school students, but you can find some college kids looking for tutors as well.

They do have high requirements for their jobs, and you must have a Bachelor’s degree or a teaching certification. If you do not have any of that, then an advanced degree is acceptable.

High-school students are their primary focus. But tutoring college students is also possible.

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Brainfuse

To work with this company, you must pass their stringent requirements, which includes the need to be based in the US, and have completed a 4-year University degree. They will perform background and reference checks on you before you are hired on the job.

This may seem over the top for a job you shall be doing in the comfort of your own home, but they do this to ensure that they are working with an exceptional team.

You can be able to set your schedule and have the freedom to choose when you can work. I.e., when it’s most convenient for you, whether night or day, as some of their students are from different parts of the world.

The website however, only focuses on adults, but you can find one or two students at the elementary level, but the majority are in college.

Their requirements include;

• A Bachelor’s degree in the subject you will be teaching.
• The ability to pass a background and reference check.
• You must submit your resume via email.
• Previous tutoring experience or teacher certification helpful.

Chegg

Chegg is another very famous and popular online tutoring company that matches students with tutors who can help them.

Online tutoring is a rewarding experience if you love teaching. People who are already working as teachers tend to be the best candidates for these types of jobs, or college kids looking to make some extra cash on the side.

The beauty of this job is that you can work at whichever time you wish, meaning you get to set your very own schedule.

You do not need to reside in the US for you to work with Chegg, and they receive applicants from all over the world. The ability to work remotely is quite enticing, and therefore, their database of teachers is well stocked.

Once you’re approved, you’ll get matched with students looking for help in your chosen subject. They might be kids in middle or high school. But you might find yourself tutoring college students and professionals sometimes, too.

Some more advanced subjects to pick from as a tutor with Chegg include calculus, biology, and even astrophysics. The virtual whiteboard during your sessions makes sharing knowledge easy. Chatting can consist of video but can also be done by text or audio-only.

TutorVista

This company is perfect for anyone looking for either part-time or full-time employment. They give you the option to choose what you want and when you want to work.

Full-time employees, however, get additional fringe benefits, which comes with the ability to fix your schedule and choose the students you wish to work with.

If you are going to work on a part-time basis, then this is a perfect gig for you. Being in charge of your time is a great perk. Well, that, plus some good money in your pocket.

You will find many different students who vary from kindergarteners all the way to college undergraduates, which means there is something for everyone to do on this website. You also get to help them depending on your qualifications, or your area of expertise, but mostly they will require Math, English, Physics, or biology teachers. These are in high demand.

Tutorhub

Using this site is excellent when you are starting your online tutoring career. They offer great opportunities for newbies who have great potential.

If you are based in the UK, you must have an updated CRB- Criminal Records Bureau, and DBS – Disclosure and Barring Service.

Of course the best part is working when you want, and getting paid to do what you already know very well.

What you will not like so much with the company is that the company shall take 25% of your earnings. This is what they need in for back-office support, such as setting up the online classrooms and accessing the technical support services.

The online Q&A forum is a place for students and tutors to connect. Contributing to some questions can help you build credibility with students. Becoming more well-known can grow your earning potential as more students reach out to you for tutoring services.

Aim-for-A

This company doesn’t have any geographical restrictions. They can hire tutors from anywhere in the world. Additionally, you get to work in the comfort of your own home.

All you need to have is a good computer and an active internet connection that will connect you to your students remotely.

Their main areas of expertise are Science, math, English, and prepping for standardized tests. To become eligible and work with them, you must at least have a bachelor’s degree in the subject you wish to teach, and some teaching experience will go a long way in securing a job for you, although it is not a primary requirement.

Your students might come from Europe, North America, or Australia. Being available to work during peak hours in those time zones will likely lead to more earnings.

 Revolution Prep

This company not only works as a tutoring website, but they also have an online finishing school known as A+ Habits Coaching Program.

Their tutors help students to identify good and bad habits. They also train them on how to get rid of those bad habits and develop desirable ones.

This is basically a mentorship program that works with bad-mannered young adults.

Landi English

Landi English, as the name suggests, is a website that teaches English to students in China. As a tutor, you have the distinct advantage of being able to teach a small select group of students. They maintain very small batches for lectures so that the tutor can pay very close attention to his students.

Pearson

Pearson deals with Higher Education. If you are a professional in areas such as Nutrition, Anatomy, Psychology or statistics, you can get excellent work on this website.

Most of their students are looking for tutors who can help them in specified advanced level courses that they may be undertaking. Of course, you must demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the area you wish to tutor, and must have an Advanced Degree in it as well.

First Future

First Future is for Chinese students only. They provide full-time work for tutors from America to teach their students mostly the English language.

You can work remotely from your home and set your hours. The pay for this type of job usually is excellent, so, if you are looking for a great side gig, this is a great option.

WyzAnt

WyzAnt offers plenty of jobs on their website, and all you need to do is register to become one of their tutors. Once you are logged into the system, you will find over 250+ subjects that require tutors. And you can also search for jobs within your area.

On this website, tutors can charge anywhere between $30-$60 per hour, which is quite okay for a college student.

You will, however, be required to pay a 40% commission when you are new on the site, but this will go down as you work more hours. There is also a fee of 7% per client.

Preply

This is a leading tutoring platform that connects people from all over the world with teachers. They are always looking for tutors, so you are assured of getting a job with them.

There is a wide variety of subjects to choose from, that can best suit your skillset. In addition, you get to choose your hours and the rate that you shall charge.

Clients extremely highly rate this company with a score of 4.8/5. This is according to Glassdoor.

On Preply, you can make up to $550 per week.

The only limitation with this company is that they normally take 100% commission on your first job. On subsequent jobs, they will take anywhere between 18-33%.

VIPKid

VIPKid is extremely popular, and I'm sure you must have heard of it at one point or the other. They are a Chinese company that offers American Elementary Education to Chinese students aged between 4 and 12.

One of their teachers claims to make more than $1700 each month and works only 15 hours a week, which shows that there is good money on this platform.

To qualify to work for them, however, you must be eligible to work either in the US or Canada. You must also have a Bachelor's degree in any field, and have taught for at least one year in a traditional teaching job.

It is perfect for college kids because you get to work a few hours each day, and with the time difference between the US and China, chances are that you shall be working at your convenience.

The pay on this site ranges between $15-$22 per hour.

Qkids

This website connects young learners between the ages of 5 and 12 with excellent tutors. For you to work on the site, you must currently be residing in the US or Canada. You must also have a bachelor's degree.

They make work very easy for you, because they will book the classes on your behalf, plus their hiring process is very quick. The company is quite highly rated with a score of 4.4/5.

You can be able to make between $15-$22 per hour.

Kaplan

This is one of the largest education providers in the world, and they serve more than one million students and thousands of businesses through their higher education programs. They will also take you through test preparation and professional education.

You must have a degree and have had previous teaching experience to work for them, and you shall be able to make between $17-$68 per hour.

Tutor.com

This is a company that is always looking for tutors, adjuncts, Ph.D. students, and other industry professionals to work for them. If you are passionate about your specific area of specialization, then you can be able to help another student learn.

When applying, you must fill out an application form, take an exam, and do a mock session. If you pass, they will then do a background check on you, and then you shall be hired to work on their platform.

The pay range on this website is $10-$14 per hour.

Transparent Language

This website is all about teaching people different languages. They boast of having trained even US government officials’ foreign languages and have a diverse clientele.

To work for them, you must have a good grasp of the foreign language, most probably a citizen of where the language is from or have an Advanced degree in the area. You get to set your working hours, and the pay is excellent.

MagicEars

This company is extremely fun and interactive. They are an efficient online English teaching website, and they mostly deal with children from China who are aged between 4 and 12 years. They only hire tutors from the US and Canada who have Bachelor’s degrees.

Rosetta Stone

Rosetta Stone is a reputable company that works as a language training portal. They only hire tutors who can teach different languages, and who have mastered the said language perfectly. You shall be doing some one-on-one lessons with your students.

Transtutors

With this website, you have the potential to make over $5,000 per month as an online tutor. They offer you work if you can specialize in specific areas such as humanities, English, Science, Economics, and Management.

They, however, have an online test, of which you must pass before you can work for them.

The Princeton Review

Of course, you have heard of the Princeton Review. They are all about tutoring, and they have been able to remain competitive in an already flooded market. They help students with exams such as LSATs, MCATs, GRE, and GMAT, among others.

These are tests that help students get admission to some of the best universities in the US, including Princeton.

TutorEye

This is for people who have previous teaching experience at a school, a college, or any other educational institution. They will need to verify your credentials before hiring you as an online tutor, and it is a great idea for stay-at-home moms who have teaching experience.

Varsity Tutors

This company has over 18,000 registered online tutors. They help connect students to online teachers and are a member of Varsity Tutors.

You will be required to create your syllabus and study materials. You also get to quote your price and work at your schedule.

Conclusion

These are just some of the many websites available for you if you want to tutor online. Take some time to understand the requirements of each site, and also have a look at their payment schedule so that you can decide which one shall work for you.

Teaching may look easy, but it’s not. You must have a high level of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Some students may be challenging to deal with or give you a hard time when trying to teach them, and in any situation, maintaining your cool is of utmost importance.

If you are already a teacher, this will make a great gig for you, as teachers tend to be paid less than they are worth.

People all over the world are finding work online, and you can too. All you need to do is identify what you can do, and choose from the wide variety of companies that you would love to work for. You never know, this could be the best thing that ever happened to you.