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How much can I earn teaching English online? This figure depends on a variety of factors including your qualifications, previous experience and the organization you work for. However, a typical hourly rate for online English teachers can range anywhere from $15 and $30. If, like most online teachers, you choose to work through an agency they will most likely take a cut of your pay as a fee for providing you with students and materials. The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: Magic Ears: provides fun, interactive and efficient online English learning experiences to 4-12-year-old children in China. Magic Ears offers pay that is around 30% higher than the average and you can earn between $18 and $26 per hour. VIPKID: focuses on teaching children in Asia. All...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 Alina Martinez Alumni Experiences How to Teach English Online for QKids Let's be honest, Covid sucks. It uprooted us from our daily lives, and now working from home has become the growing platform for income. I thought I would hop on the homebound train and become a Teacher for QKids! If you want to learn more, read on, my friend! My name is Teacher Alina, and I will cover the following: What is QKids, requirements, pay/scheduling, my experience so far, and conclusion! Table of Contents What is QKids? Requirements Pay and Scheduling My Experience so far Are you ready to teach English online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! What is QKids? Qkids is an Online Teaching platform based in China. QKids provides...  [Read more]

The Best Ideas for Online TEFL Teaching in 2021   Hello everybody, I'm glad to see that some people have already joined me. My name is Liza, your ITTT TEFL friend and today we are going to talk about the most interesting topic from all of them I suppose. We are going to discuss online teaching and during this session I am going to share several ideas on how to enhance your online classes in 2021. I hope you enjoy it because it's something really cool to try and before we start let me quickly check if the equipment is working, if you see me clearly and if you hear me clearly please let me know in the comment section. Okay. So it’s nice to see you guys and thanks for joining. I see several comments but I'm not sure what they are as there is something bad going on in the comment...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching English Online: ✅ How to Record the Perfect Introduction Video This year, teaching English online has become the standard mode of work for many teachers. Thus, online educational platforms have become an essential tool for many teachers. Table of Contents Research the Platform Create a Script Choose the Right Equipment Set the Scene Think of Your Appearance Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! As long as teaching English online continue to be more and more competitive, it is an absolute must to become proficient in presenting and selling yourself to your prospective...  [Read more]

TEFL Qualification Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is essentially any situation where an English speaker, either native or non-native, teaches the English language to other non-native English speakers. This scenario is probably played out in every single country worldwide as the status of English as the number one second language is unrivaled in most regions. A wide variety of people from all backgrounds choose to teach English in an equally wide range of environments and situations. For some it is a great way to earn extra cash while on a gap year abroad or as a second job to top up their main income, while for most it is a full time occupation that earns a good income either at home or overseas. If this sounds like something you would be interested in exploring, the...  [Read more]

Archives for February 2023 Our Complete Guide to Teaching English Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are a number of different ways in which you can work online. In this blog we describe the ways you can do this and briefly describe some of the positives and negatives for each system. How to Stand Out on Online Teaching Platforms Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we discuss the types of platfrom available to online English teachers. We then look at ways to add your profile to these platforms in order to attract the maximum number of students to you. 3 Creative Zoom Lesson Plans for Children Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In the wake of the pandemic, distance...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? It is possible and even routine for TEFL course graduates to start a new career teaching English online without any previous classroom experience. Due to a huge demand for online English language teachers that is set to grow year-on-year, it is perfectly normal to set foot into a virtual classroom as a teacher despite having never worked in any kind of teaching role before. How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? As an online English teacher, students from all over the world will want to connect with you and knowing their native language is in no way necessary. As with most English language classrooms, online teachers teach their students using a method known as total immersion. This teaching methodology...  [Read more]

Is it hard to get a job teaching English online? This form of TEFL has quickly become one of the most popular ways to earn a living teaching English as it is highly flexible and exceptionally convenient for many people. It is usually possible to fit your working hours around any other commitments you have such as work, study or family, and it can be either a full-time job or a part-time way to earn some extra cash. Probably the most attractive quality of teaching online is that it can be done from almost any location worldwide, as long as you have a stable internet connection and a suitable device. Although the requirements stated for online teaching jobs will vary greatly from one employer to the next, it should not be hard for those with a TEFL qualification to find a suitable position....  [Read more]

Do you need a degree to teach online? The good news is that you do not need a degree to teach English online in many situations. We will expand on this throughout this article. The general qualification required to teach ESL either in person or online is a 120-hour TEFL or TESOL certification. This is seen as the entry level qualification and is usually required by most employers. Other qualities they will be looking for include, in no particular order: (i) Experience: Any formal teaching experience is highly regarded by employers. This may be just a few hours from your TEFL training with real classes, or volunteering at a summer school for example. The more your experience matches the type of teacher they are looking for (such as children or adult teaching) the better. Make sure your C.V...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? Yes, you can teach English online even if you lack prior teaching experience. With the rising demand for online English instructors, many TEFL course graduates are stepping into virtual classrooms for the first time. Possessing a TEFL qualification opens doors to numerous teaching opportunities, allowing individuals to embark on a rewarding teaching journey without previous classroom exposure. Table of Contents How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? How will a TEFL certificate help me in the online classroom? How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? To teach English without knowing a student's native language, online instructors often employ the total immersion method. In this...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? Yes, you can teach English online even if you lack prior teaching experience. With the rising demand for online English instructors, many TEFL course graduates are stepping into virtual classrooms for the first time. Possessing a TEFL qualification opens doors to numerous teaching opportunities, allowing individuals to embark on a rewarding teaching journey without previous classroom exposure. Table of Contents How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? How will a TEFL certificate help me in the online classroom? How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? To teach English without knowing a student's native language, online instructors often employ the total immersion method. In this...  [Read more]

What is the best platform to teach English online? Teaching English online is now firmly embedded in the TEFL world and many thousands of teachers find it a convenient way to earn a living without having to leave home or when traveling the world. However, despite not actually working in a physical classroom, online teachers still have to meet the same kind of criteria as those working in a traditional classroom environment. So, what do you need in order to take advantage of this rapidly growing sector of EFL teaching? Requirements for teaching English online The requirements for teaching online vary from one employer to the next, but there are a few common factors that many look for. Most online employers will expect you to have completed a TEFL course of at least 120 hours as this is the...  [Read more]

Can I teach English at an international school? Contrary to common belief, teaching English abroad doesn't always equate to working in under-resourced urban schools or remote villages. While such opportunities exist, there are also options that are miles away from this stereotype. One such option is teaching in international schools, which cater to affluent local and expatriate students. Here, you will find teaching opportunities in state-of-the-art environments with top-notch resources. If you haven't yet considered teaching in an international school setting, here are some compelling reasons to do so. Subjects are taught in English Unlike most English teaching jobs that target local students with lower English proficiency, international schools conduct most of their lessons in English....  [Read more]

Overview of the Best Online Teaching Platforms   Are you interested in online English teaching but do not know where to start? In this online session, we will overview teaching platforms and their main requirements. Don't miss it! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

A LIVE Look into ITTT's TEFL/TESOL Course Platform - How do Online TEFL/TESOL Courses work?   How do online TEFL/TESOL courses with ITTT work? This live event offers an insight into our online course platform. Join us live and ask us your most burning questions about teaching English, TEFL/TESOL, and everything in between! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

A LIVE Look into ITTT's TEFL/TESOL Course Platform from November 6, 2020   How do online TEFL/TESOL courses with ITTT work? This live event offers an insight into our online course platform. This event is for anyone interested in taking a TEFL or TESOL course with ITTT. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Check our wide range of online TEFL & TESOL courses: https://www.teflonline.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid? https://www.teflcourse.net/tefl-certification/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://www.teflcourse.net/online-tefl-courses/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Teach English online from anywhere you want!...  [Read more]

Live Look into TEFL/TESOL Online Course Platform   Not sure if an online TEFL/TESOL course is right for you? TEFL expert Linda will show you what it looks like to take an online course with ITTT. At the end, there will be a Q&A session where TEFL expert Linda answers all your questions! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How to Stand Out on English Teacher Marketplace Platforms   Tutor marketplaces can be scary places for both experienced and new teachers. With hundreds of profiles, it can be hard to stand out on English teaching platforms. In this live session, we take a look at some easy ways you can increase your profile’s visibility and attract a lot more students. #OnlineTeaching #OnlineESL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog...  [Read more]

How to Teach English Online on Preply with Anastasia   Teach English Online on Preply: Are you interested in teaching online but do not know where to start? In this Live Session, our TEFL alumna Anastasia shares her experience of working with Preply - a popular online teaching platform. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers   In this live session, Liza will tell about several platforms to teach on as a native or non-native TEFL teacher. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How to Stand Out Online as a Non-Native English Teacher   In this live event, we will discuss several ways to build your personal brand as a non-native ESL teacher over social media and teaching platforms. If you're interested in online teaching and willing to increase your chances of getting more clients, don't miss this session! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Stand Out on Online Teaching Platforms This blog will discuss how to stand out on online teaching platforms as they are getting more and more competitive, especially the big names out there. Most teachers want to teach on the most popular platforms and competition can get fierce. There are a number of things that you can do to make sure you stand out from the crowd and so that students can book you to be their teacher. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Different Types of Online Teaching Platforms Importance of Presenting Yourself on the Platform Popular Online Teaching Platforms Tips to Stand Out on Teaching Marketplaces Tip 1: Think Like a Student Tip 2: Keep it short and...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Our Complete Guide to Teaching English Online As we talk about teaching English online (TEO), let's first look at some of the basics of teaching English in this way. So, what does TEO generally involve? Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic The three main things you need to teach English online are: Additional requirements for some companies: The two main types of online teaching. 1. Online platforms 3. Fully Independent online teaching The Pros and Cons of Teaching Enlgish online The pros The cons 1. How much can you earn teaching English online? 2. Which platforms hire online English teachers? 3. Where should you look for jobs? 4. Setting up to work independently a. Do you have the...  [Read more]

What is the best platform to teach English online? For those aspiring to teach English from the convenience of their homes or while traveling, several online platforms stand out in the TEFL world. Among the top platforms are Cambly, Italki and EF Education First. Just like traditional classroom educators, online English teachers are expected to meet specific criteria, ensuring quality and professionalism in this booming sector. Table of Contents Requirements for teaching English online Preply EF Education First Cambly iTalki SkimaTalk StarKid Protostar LatinHire Requirements for teaching English online The requirements for teaching online vary from one employer to the next, but there are a few common factors that many look for. Most online employers will expect you to have completed a...  [Read more]

How do online English teachers make money? Online English teachers can make money via multiple income avenues, including affiliating with established ESL platforms, freelancing on various online marketplaces, or taking the entrepreneurial route by launching their own ESL business. The earning potential, generally between $15 and $30 per hour, is influenced by factors like qualifications, experience, and the chosen platform. Table of Contents Can you make a living by teaching English online? What can I expect to earn working for an online ESL platform? How much money can I make teaching on the open market? How can I launch my own online ESL business? Can you work as a full-time online English teacher? Can you make a living by teaching English online? Absolutely, teaching English online...  [Read more]

Teaching English Online FAQ Teaching English online is becoming more popular every year due to the convenience of working from home and the flexibility you often have with setting your own work hours. However, it can sometimes be hard to navigate your way towards the right job as there are so many online platforms and there are new ones popping up all the time. A quick browse through our FAQs below should help answer your questions about teaching English online and steer you towards the right path to suit your preferences. Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach English online?    Although it is possible to teach English online without any formal qualifications, it is definitely recommended that you complete a TEFL course before you get started as many online teaching...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online as a volunteer? Absolutely, online volunteer English teaching is an evolving facet of the TEFL landscape. Historically, many teachers volunteered in developing regions, aiding individuals seeking English proficiency for brighter prospects. Nowadays, numerous online platforms cater to this altruistic endeavor, enabling volunteers to impact an even broader global audience without geographical constraints. Table of Contents Why volunteer to teach online? What companies run volunteer English teaching programs online? Paper Airplanes RefuNet CC English English Online OpenMind Projects Why volunteer to teach online? Choosing to volunteer as an online English teacher comes with a myriad of benefits. Beyond the intrinsic reward of aiding learners progress, it offers...  [Read more]

How do online English teachers make money? How much money you can earn teaching English online depends on a variety of factors, including your qualifications, prior experience, and the platform you work for. Online English teachers are paid on an hourly basis, typically ranging between $15 and $30. If you decide to work through an online platform, as most online teachers do, a fee for connecting you with students and providing materials is also deducted in the form of a commission. Can you make a living by teaching English online? There are different ways to earn a living as an online English teacher. Some teachers work for an online ESL company, some offer their lessons on an open marketplace, and others even start their own online ESL business. Depending on your qualifications and the...  [Read more]

Which online English teaching platform pays most? Among the top-paying online English teaching platforms are VIPKid, Lingoda, Cambly, and Preply. The online teaching industry not only offers competitive compensation but is also one of the rapidly expanding sectors for remote professionals, allowing educators the freedom to teach from anywhere. Table of Contents Teaching English online on Preply Teaching English online on VIPKid Teaching English online on Lingoda Teaching English online on Cambly Teaching English online on Italki Teaching English online on Synthesis School Teaching English online on English First Teaching English online on Englishhunt Teaching English online on Palfish Teaching English online on Preply Preply is an online language learning platform that allows students to...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online as a volunteer? Volunteer English teaching has been an important part of the TEFL world for many years, with countless schemes operating in many parts of the world. Most of these opportunities are located in developing countries where access to affordable language lessons is not widespread and where people often see improving their English as a clear path towards better jobs and a better future for them and their families. However, while these schemes provide a very valuable service, there are now increasing numbers of online volunteer based teaching platforms that are able to provide help to even more people worldwide. Why volunteer to teach online? There are many individual reasons for wanting to offer your services as an online volunteer English teacher. For...  [Read more]