Best ESL Platforms for the new Online Teacher in 2023 🤑| No degree or experience required
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ธ.ค. 2022
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Online Teaching is a great place to start for Stay-at-home-Moms looking for a work-from-home job. Within the online teaching world, teaching ESL - English as a Second Language - online is the perfect spot for the Mom without a degree or experience.
In this video, I share 5 of my favorite ESL platforms for 2023. These platforms have great reviews and teachers are happy!
Important to note not every platform is hiring every day. They may accept your application but will hold onto it for months. These platforms don't onboard new online teachers until their online class numbers call for it. This is great news for you as a new online teacher! It means you're much more likely to get bookings than on other platforms that hire and onboard every day.
also important to note that some of the platforms today do require a degree. The degree DOES NOT have to be in education! It can be a degree in anything! So, if you're a mama with a college degree, those platforms are available for you as well!
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Job #1: Cambly
Job #2: Starkid
Job #3: Fluentbe
Job #4: Open English
Job #5: VIPKid Global
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Don’t forget us at-home dads who teach online😁😁😁
Of course not! They’re ALWAYS welcome here! 💜
Your video is helpful. I have been educating part-time for 22yrs. I am so ready to try online, but international online. Thank you for your help.
Good work! I need to be an English teacher but still learning!
You can do it! 💜
No feedback is necessary for Cambly, but I will say from experience with Cambly Kids, parents very much love some type of short summary about the class and skills accomplished/worked on. I believe this is one thing that has gotten me repeat bookings! It doesn't have to be elaborate, but a short paragraph goes a long way with parents. 😊 I also love Cambly better than alot of other companies because there's no penalty or pressure for not getting to every single slide. ❤
I love this! Thanks for sharing what’s working for you! 💜
Thank you teacher Allyson
Namaste! I am from Nepal. Thank you for good information.
Thank you for sharing. Do you need a degree in general or a tefl? Don’t mind getting a tefl I just need to find out if I’m required to do an online course if I plan to teach online
Do you have any tips for Cambly? I’ve tried applying and they told me they weren’t moving forward with my application
I just want to start working! Cambly is reviewing my profile. So now Im re-watching this video to see what other platforms don't require a degree or experience.
Great video Alison
Thanks for watching!
Good info
Hi Allyson. Thanks for video. For StarKid, do you think a TEFL certificate, more than 2 years online teaching experience already and an A level qualification will be enough to be accepted? It's not a proper degree so to speak, but it is a post high school qualification in high level Business Studies.
Thanks
Great question! Their requirements technically say a bachelor's degree is required. But, I also know that when you're applying they ask you to include a resume. I don't know how lenient they are in their selection process. The application isn't long - I just completed it myself - so if you want to try it shouldn't take too much time. I'm sorry I don't have a more concrete answer! If you do decide to apply, keep me posted! I'd love to have a better answer for others in the future 💜
Awesome video ❤thanks a lot Could you please put the the link for Star Kid in the comments have a great day.
I watched another video that says Fluentbe peak time is from 3pm to 9pm CET time? I'm from South Africa (SAST timezone) which if I'm correct is the same timezone as CET. I am looking for a platform that's peak hours are 8am to 12pm?
I tried for star kid back in 2021 and they said they weren’t hiring. Not sure if that’s true or not.
Thank you for this video, Allyson. So, just to be clear, China now allows ESL teachers located outside China to teach students online? I'm a little confused about this. thank you!
Hey! Great question! They don't officially allow teachers located outside China to teach online (unless the laws have changed again) - the families are finding back doors because fluency in English is still highly desired. Last week I taught an adult class, but my student was 11 years old. I've also heard cases of families using VPNs or mailing addresses outside of China so they can enroll in the classes.
Within this video, the platforms don't focus on learners in China.
- Cambly is worldwide - I've had large amounts of students from the Middle East in my Cambly classes.
- Starkid is based out of Hong Kong
- Fluentbe is European based
- Open English has students mostly in Latin America
- VIPKid (bonus in this video) - is pivoting to VIPTeacher. The learners they do have are still mostly based in China but they are trying to get away from that and become more global as well.
@@onlineteacherallyson Thank you for taking the time to answer my question, Allyson. Have a great day!
@@CrackerJayherber Always happy to help! 💜
I'm still teaching with my company in China and I am in the USA
I'm from Nigeria, here in Africa. .what are my chances of getting hired on cambly? or can you suggest any other platform...I have a bachelors degree in Library and Information science...and curently on my TEFL certification journey
It sounds like you’re more than qualified - I’d give it a shot!
I have a job and only want to teach maybe 2 to 3 days a week. Which platform is PRN? Also does Cambly give lesson plans?
Great question! Cambly is a great platform for teachers who just want to work as their schedule allows. I haven't opened up slots on Cambly in several months but could open up a few today if I wanted.
Yes, Cambly does give lesson plans, but there is also a free talk section so just make sure you are opening up times for their lessons and not for the free talk call-in - there will be a box to check in the schedule for it once you get in.
Hello! Thank you for the video. I've been struggling to complete my application on cambly due to"low internet speed". My speed is 10mbps, what is their required speed?
They require a minimum of 10 mbps download and 3 mbps upload. Have you tried moving closer to your router or plugging directly into it?
Thank you for getting back to me.
Yes, I use the lan cable to connect the laptop to the router.
Ok so I can think of 2 more things.
1. Make sure whatever internet plan you’re paying for supports the needed speed. We pay for the gig plan ourselves because we’re constantly streaming something.
2. If the plan you’re paying for supports it check on the health of your router. I just learned that they get old and need to get replaced 😅.
If all that’s good contact your internet service provider and see why you aren’t getting the speed you’re supposed to be getting
Thank you so much.
I hope you get it figured out! 💜
How do you learn to teach the lessons?
For Cambly…You mentioned pay as per class. Cambly Kids is $6 per class. So $12 per hour.
Yes! Since online platforms pay by the class and not the hour it was the best way to keep things consistent. Cambly is easy to convert into an hourly rate, but not all of them are
Hi,
Thanks very much for your detailed video. One question pls? Can I use my phone to record the videos? Also, it's a must to have a pc/laptop for the demo lesson video yah? I mean for screen sharing ?
Hey Zeeniya! Thanks for watching! Which platform are you asking about?
I would also like to know... Especially on Cambly
@@onlineteacherallyson Are we allowed to edit our videos, please? Thanks very much
@@onlineteacherallyson Cambly
Once you submit your demo lesson and intro video you can't edit. You will be able to edit your introduction video. I was prompted to edit mine before I got hired because it wasn't long enough. If I wanted, I could edit it now. But, usually, demo videos can't be edited once they're submitted since they want to see what you can do - but you can edit and redo all you want before submission! 💜
Also, sorry for the delay in response, this got buried!
Hello thank you for the helpful video,is cambly hiring nonnative teachers?
Yes! Cambly hires non-native speakers as long as they're fluent in English.
I have An AA in early childhood development and BA in children studies. I also have a lot of teaching experience but it has been hard for me to find an online job. I applied to Qkids and got rejected. Are there any other platforms with made curriculums?
Try VIPTeacher! They just announced today they’re hiring again.
I’d love if you used my referral link. In return you get access to me through the entire hiring process! teach.vipteacher.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=3770056cecf6a4261cd607348261dbf4&refereeId=42025210
Also, apologies for the delayed response. I’ve been on maternity leave 🍼
Good day, Teacher Allyson! I applied at Cambly last February 6, but until now my application is still under review.
Hey Eve! Thanks for watching! Cambly can take a while to get hired. They only hire when teachers are needed so they hold on to your application once it comes in. Your patience will pay off though - they have a much higher booking rate for new teachers since they don't hire too many! Please let me know when you hear back from them! 💜
Also, what do you know about Brainhoop?
I checked it out for you!
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Hello please I wish to know if it works for Cameroon.
Each platform will be different! You will need to research the one(s) you are interested to make sure they are hiring teachers from there. Good luck! 💜
I can appy a job eventhou i live here in the philippines?
Hey Lina! Great question. Cambly and Fluentbe hire outside of the United States so I would look into them first. I also just learned about Online Kids Academy this week. It's said to have pretty good pay for Filipino teachers!
“No degree or experience required”
3 of the 5 or 6 platforms you mentioned require degrees and/or certifications. 🙃
so how much do you get paid for free talk?
Great question! For Free Talk on Cambly it's $10.20 an hour with bonus pay opportunities when you work their priority hours (these change weekly and you will get an email + see on the platform what the times are).
@@onlineteacherallyson thank you so much. And they direct deposit into your American bank account
Yes, they do! They also offer these other methods: Cambly offers payment through PayPal, direct deposit (ACH and eCheck), wire transfer, and prepaid debit card.
@@onlineteacherallyson so how much per month can you really make? Thank you so much by the way
It's so relevant depending on what you're booking on Cambly. Cambly Kids pays more than Free Talk. If you choose Free Talk, you can still earn more with the Priority Hours - and the pay is different pretty often. It also depends on how much you make yourself available to work!
However, a lot of teachers are able to make $200-$300 USD a week, so about $800-$1200 a month.
There's also those teachers that _really_ grind and make more than that. In the end, it's what you make it and what work you put into it 💜
Fluentbe require bachelors
According to the requirements on their hiring page, they only require "1 year experience teaching English to foreigners". It doesn't say anything specific about requiring a Bachelor's degree. Once you get into the application, there is a space to select any teaching qualifications you have (like a degree), but there's also a spot to check if you don't have any.
I am from Pakistan I can't understand your language you speak to fast
Plz help me in teaching online
Hi Muhammad! Thanks for watching! I have the highlights written out in a blog post here: onlineteacherallyson.com/best-online-esl-jobs-for-stay-at-home-moms-with-no-degree-in-2023
Otherwise, I recommend using TH-cam's translation tool 💜
You look nervous, I think you have to try to relax before recording a video
Boy! You are nervous.
Just excited!
Seriously? Do not work for these low payments lady.. You are an educated teacher do NOT sell out like that and kill your own profession.
Hi Anders! Thanks for watching! I don't tend to look at online teaching as a way to get rich or solely support my family. I look at these opportunities as a way to bring in a bit more income so I am able to stay home with my son and spend more time with him! I decided the salary wasn't worth it once that little baby was in my hands. I know everybody has different opinions on working full time and budgets so online teaching isn't for everybody! This video is for people, like me, who are looking for a way to stay home or bring home just a little extra cash.
If online teaching isn't the best fit for you that's okay! I hope you find it 💜. I'm still cheering for you!
Per hour, not per class.
Most online platforms don’t pay by the hour though. In some cases you can generalize - like Cambly - but others it’s way too complicated for a video. The others vary their pay based on the length of the class. In an hour you could teach a 40 minute and a 20 minute class. Or 3 20 minute classes. Or 2 30 minute classes.
I wanted to say by the hour because that’s how I think too! If I make videos for a specific platform like this I’ll have more time to give a more generalized hourly rate.
Thanks for watching! 💜