Thinking to start teaching English Online but as a non-native English teacher feel discouraged?
Fear NOT!
There are at least 8 online opportunities for non-native ESL Teachers.
Some companies offer online teaching jobs for non-native ESL Teachers.
Disclaimer
I haven’t personally worked for any of these companies. This article is based on research only.
I am considering to start applying to some of the below-detailed companies. Why? Because it would enrich my teaching skills and experience, it would bring me into contact with learners from across the World and become also an opportunity to learn about different cultures and English learning struggles of different nationalities. It would also increase my monthly income from the comfort of my own home.
Check them out for yourself and see what could become a GROWTH opportunity for you!
1. Amazing Talker
You can apply for Amazing talker if you are Fluent in English/ an ex-pat from an English speaking country, / a native English speaker yourself, or if you have an English associated degree,
You don’t need to have them all. One of them is enough to get you started
English tutoring/teaching experiences or education associated certificates are not mandatory but are considered an advantage!
Amazing Talker provides you with a full range of video resources to help you familiarize yourself with how the platform works and ways to attract more students.
You create your own teacher profile on their website (text and video introduction).
Amazing talker matches the students to the teachers’ profiles and notifies you on your potential students.
Learners can also check Teachers’ profiles and choose their Tutors themselves.
Based on the notifications you receive on their platform you can contact the students assigned to you, understand their learning goals and start preparing the learning materials for the class. Yep, you create your own lesson plans and materials.
There is no minimum working hour required.
Payment range：$3.00 – $100.00 / 1 class (25 min or 50 min)
The platform is not limited just to English teaching. You can teach any language you are qualified for.
You can apply for Amazing Talker HERE.
2. Topica Native
Topica Native claims to have “over 50,000 students from Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam”.
The students are university students and working professionals who have a need to learn conversational English.
They hire non-native teachers with a preference for teachers from the Philippines.
They accept non-native teachers too- but only those with:
– exceptionally high level of proficiency.
– Bachelor’s degree
– TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate
Minimal weekly hour commitment – 20 hours per month
Payment range $8.50 – $16 / 1 class (45 min)
Topica Native emails lesson plans to you so there is no need for you to create your own.
You can apply for Topica Native HERE.
3. Palfish
Palfish hires non-native English speakers just for Free Talk/Live Streams:
No qualifications required.
You are allowed to set your own rates
No minimum hours required
The students are Chinese children.
You can apply for Palfish HERE.
4. Preply
On Preply you are not limited to teach just English.
There are over 100 subjects you can teach, including languages, school and university subjects, hobbies and art.
You are not required to be certified.
Teaching experience is recommended and will increase your chances of attracting students, but if you are simply passionate about teaching, you can still sign up as a tutor on Preply.
You can apply for Preplay HERE
5. Italki
You can apply as:
1. Community Tutor
Native or near-native speaker that enjoys teaching informally. 18 years or older.
2. Professional Teacher
Native or near-native speaker who is professionally certified or experienced in teaching a language as a foreign or second language.
Note from Italki WEBSITE (check it before applying)
- Check if ALL the languages you wish to teach are open for applications. Closed languages will NOT be considered.
- e.g. If you wish to teach English and Korean. English is closed and Korean is open this week, then you can only apply to teach Korean. In other words, do not choose English as your teaching language when you apply.
- For open languages, applicants with higher qualifications and more work experience will have priority. NOT ALL applications will be accepted.
- Teachers must be ready to teach immediately
- The list updates every Monday
You can apply for Italki HERE.
6. Learnlight
Learnlight recruits talent located around the globe to teach a language remotely.
Their requirements:
Minimum 2 years of teaching experience.
A foreign language teaching qualification
You can apply for Learnlight HERE.
7. Engoo (ex Bibo Global Opportunity)
Engoo is No.1 in Japan, Top3 in Kore and Taiwan.
In order to be eligible for applying you need to be proficient in English.
You can apply for Engoo HERE.
8. Waijiaoyi
Waijiaoyi is looking for teachers that are passionate and energetic in teaching young learners, with strong moral values and discipline, and with the willingness to become a committed teacher working for young English language learners.
Waijiaoyi is looking for Teachers who speak good English with native or neutral accent, have TESOL/TEFL/CELTA certification, or willing to obtain one.
You can apply for Waijiaoyi HERE
Helpful Tips
Almost all companies request a video introducing yourself to ESL learners.
The aim of the self-intro video is to let possible future students know more about you, your areas of expertise, the way you talk, your accent and not only!
Some TECHNICAL ISSUES need to be taken into consideration when recording your self-intro video:
GOOD LIGHTING
Use natural daylight or powerful lamp lighting from the front.
Make sure your face is evenly lit and doesn’t have unwanted shadows.
You can try shooting with a window behind your camera and the light shining on your face.
CLEAR SOUND
Use quiet surroundings and speak in a clear voice.
Make sure you are close enough to the microphone.
Avoid any background noise (wind, traffic, kids playing, etc…).
BACKGROUND
No clutter behind you or moving objects/people/pets etc.
Choose a clean/light wall or any light and tidy area of your Office/study room or classroom
Record in Landscape, not portrait
WHAT TO SAY IN THE VIDEO?
Creating a script and practicing will help you speak more naturally and relaxed.
Make sure you introduce yourself (name, the languages you speak, your work experience and credentials.
You can mention your teaching style to help your potential students Picture what learning with you would be like.
Smiling and being authentic are always good practices.
Try to be concise. A few minutes are more than enough to introduce yourself and share your clear message.
UPLOADING THE VIDEO
Some companies are asking for your YouTube video link.
Other companies provide you with the option to upload your video directly on their platform.
Some companies want an audio sample (30 sec minimum) of you speaking in English
All companies have online support and assist you with the application process in case you might need further support.
In case you are considering teaching English online, which company are you going to apply first to?
Do you know other companies that hire 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫?
Your comments would be more than welcomed.
You never know who you can help or inspire.
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