Teaching English online is becoming a popular option for English native speakers and non-native speakers alike that are looking to earn a full-time income working from the comfort of their home, as well as those that simply wish to earn extra money in their spare time working part-time.
Instructors that teach English online set their own schedule, work as many or as little hours as they choose, and have the flexibility to work from anywhere that has a good internet connection!
Teaching English online jobs are perfect for stay-at home parents who need a stable income, new TESOL graduates who want to gain some teaching experience before going abroad, or expats who need a well-paying job while traveling abroad.
OnTESOL graduates receive free job placement assistance with the following partner schools:
The minimum TESOL / TEFL certification requirement to teach English online is a 120-hour TESOL Certificate; however, aiming for the minimum requirements is not the best option in terms of job opportunities and job satisfaction.
Most online English teaching jobs consist of teaching English to young kids in the range of 4-12 years old. The 120-hour TESOL course with the Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) specialization is highly recommended for online English teachers because you will get 20 extra hours of training with a special focus on the approaches that you should use when teaching English to children and teenagers.