Now Hiring! 14 Best Companies for Teaching English Online

Over the past few years, online learning has become the norm, and the demand for qualified online English teachers continues to grow. While the industry has become more competitive, there are still plenty of ESL companies to teach English online, especially for those with additional qualifications like a Specialized Certification in Teaching English Online or prior teaching experience.

Wondering which website is best for teaching English online? Here are some top companies currently hiring online English teachers, along with all the details you need to apply today.

Need job hunting tips? Here’s how to choose the best company for teaching English online.

1. Preply

As an online teaching marketplace, Preply gives independent English tutors not only an opportunity to teach students from all over the world but also great flexibility, from choosing schedules to setting class rates. Preply has become one of the most popular companies to teach English online. One attractive feature of the company is that it connects teachers to students with various backgrounds and language goals, so even tutors who have teaching niches have a great chance of finding learners with specific English needs.

Requirements

Can provide your own teaching materials, resources, and student assessment tools
Necessary computer equipment and fast internet connection
Be enthusiastic, patient, responsible, and energetic

Job details

Preply teachers can set their own hourly rates, though most of them charge between $15 to $25 USD. They can also create their own hours and open booking slots on the platform, as well as teach at the location of their choice. Additionally, there’s no limit to the number of hours you can teach.

In order to help Preply tutors, the company has reliable customer service and Tutor Success Managers who provide tips for growing an online tutoring venture.

How to get started

The first step to becoming a Preply teacher is to complete the registration process. You’ll fill out a tutor profile page with your basic info and teaching background, then upload an introduction video and a professional photo. Once submitted, the company will review your tutor profile and notify you if it’s approved.

Learn more about Preply including how they empower teachers and connect with them with learners from around the world.

2. Bridge Corporate Language Learning

Bridge has been a leader in language education and corporate language training for more than 30 years and has virtual positions for business English teachers. Most students are corporate executives in Latin America.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree
Classroom-based or online TEFL certification
Some teaching experience
Online teaching experience with adult students preferred

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Job details

Bridge Languages teachers use a student-centered approach in lessons while covering business-related topics and helping students improve their communication skills.

Teachers will participate in professional development training and commit to a regular teaching schedule for a minimum of 8-10 months. The position includes licenses for MS Office 365, corporate email, and Zoom educational accounts. Online Spanish classes are also offered at a discount. Hourly pay rate depends on experience.

How to get started

Applying to Bridge Corporate Language Learning is easy! Simply fill out the application via the Bridge Job Board.

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3. Novakid

Novakid is an online English learning platform that specializes in teaching children aged 4-12. The company serves students from Poland, Turkey, Russia, Germany, Spain, and other countries, aiming to make high-quality English education accessible to children worldwide. Novakid provides a structured, interactive curriculum designed by experienced educators to create an immersive learning experience.

Requirements

C1 level of English proficiency
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
TEFL/TESOL or other international teaching certification (preferred but not required)
At least one year of experience teaching English to children
Strong online teaching skills and stable internet connection
Ability to work at least 20 hours per week

Job details

Novakid offers fully remote teaching positions with flexible scheduling, allowing teachers to work from any location. Classes follow a structured curriculum, so teachers do not need to create their own lesson materials. Teachers are assigned regular students, providing opportunities for cultural exchange and long-term learning relationships.

Novakid’s pay varies based on factors like experience and qualifications. They offer a competitive hourly rate, which generally falls within a range of $22 – $36 per hour. The company also provides incentives for successful trial lessons, training opportunities for professional growth, and ongoing support for teachers.

How to get started

The application process consists of five steps:

1. Submit an application with all required materials.
2. Complete an equipment test.
3. Attend a 25-minute meeting on Novakid’s platform, which includes a 10-minute demo lesson.
4. Complete a self-paced training course.
5. Sign the contract and start teaching.

Applications can be submitted directly through Novakid’s website.

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4. EF English First

An international market leader in English language education, EF English First hires online teachers for adult learners. As you’ll teach students from around the world, there are classes available all day and all year, meaning you can set your schedule for any time of the day. Even when they aren’t actively hiring, they still accept applications to keep on file for when there are openings.

Requirements

A TEFL/TESOL certificate of at least 40 hours
A bachelor’s degree in any field
Native or C2 level of English

Job details

EF English First’s hourly pay rate is $12 to teachers residing in the U.S. and $10 per hour to teachers who live outside the U.S., UK, and South Africa. As an EF English First teacher, you can teach one-to-one lessons or conversational classes to groups composed of up to eight students. You’ll also have the option to teach individual students for 20 or 40 minutes or to give 45-minute group lessons.

You can choose your teaching availability and easily open booking slots on the company’s platform. In addition, the company doesn’t require teachers to commit to a minimum number of hours.

You’ll also have access to all lesson plans, teaching materials, and tools provided by the company in their online classroom.

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How to get started

Submit your initial application online. Next, wait for an interview invite. Once you pass the interview, you’ll sign a contract, create an online introduction, and familiarize yourself with the company’s teaching platform.

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5. Open English

Open English is the market leader in online English teaching jobs for Latin America, impacting people’s lives through online education. A unique feature of this company is that they offer classes to both adults and children. Open English Junior teaches highly engaging classes with children and adolescents between the ages of 8 and 14, from across Latin America. Classes are offered to students of all English levels, from beginner to advanced.

Requirements

The requirements are as follows:

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or a TEFL/TESOL certificate
Teaching experience
Portuguese and/or Spanish skills
Must be able to provide at least 10 hours of availability each week

Job details

Teaching for Open English allows you to work from anywhere with a stable connection, and offers flexible hours. Developed lesson plans are provided, so no preparation is required. Teachers are added to a robust Teacher Hub platform that includes podcasts, additional training, and resources. In addition, teachers are often able to earn more money working during high-demand hours. 

All required training for Open English is provided. Teachers also have the possibility of working with the academic staff to develop the curriculum and work on other projects.

How to get started

To apply, you will start by submitting an online application. If selected, you will be asked to complete a recorded interview, and a decision will be determined based on position needs.

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7. Hallo

Hallo is a social app for English learning that lets students learn or practice the language in real time through video chat and by booking lessons. In this teaching marketplace, online English teachers can kickstart their own online ESL business from their computer or mobile device through multiple revenue streams:

• Live classes: English teachers can stream their English classes live on the platform, then students can subscribe to the teacher of their choice to utilize premium features like group chat or offline lesson downloads.
• Private classes: You can also offer private English lessons on your profile. Learners could book a class with you in advance, or the app can find a student for you to teach using its InstaMatch feature.

Requirements

Be a citizen of the U.S., Canada, or the U.K. (preferred), a native English speaker, or have high bilingual fluency
At least one to two years of teaching experience (preferred)

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Job details

What you earn as a Hallo teacher depends on the number of subscribers and class bookings you get. Nevertheless, the company recommends that teachers give both live classes and private lessons but focus on private lessons.

You can set your own rate for lessons, although Hallo does provide a base rate for different types of classes. You’ll retain 70% to 82% of your earnings. Most teachers typically charge anywhere between $10 to $35 per hour.

How to get started

First, check that you meet all the teacher requirements. Once you’re sure that you’re qualified, install the Hallo app and create a student account. Next, you’ll have to submit your application and upload a two-minute intro video or short demo lesson to the company’s site. If your application is accepted, the company will contact you between 7 to 10 business days.

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8. VIPKid

VIPKid is an online English education platform that connects certified teachers from the U.S. and Canada with students aged 4-15. Originally based in Beijing, VIPKid has expanded its teaching platform to reach students worldwide. The company provides a structured curriculum, allowing teachers to focus on engaging lessons rather than lesson planning.

VIPKid also offers VIPTeacher, a teaching network that connects educators to job opportunities, professional development, and a global community of teachers. Since its founding in 2014, VIPKid has grown to almost 1,000,000 students.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in teaching, tutoring, coaching, or mentoring
Bachelor’s degree in any field
Legal work authorization in the U.S. or Canada (except for teachers residing in California, Connecticut, New York, Washington, or Washington D.C.)
Reliable technology and internet connection

Job details

VIPKid offers full flexibility, allowing teachers to set their own schedules with no minimum hour requirement. Classes are 25 minutes long, and all lesson plans are provided by VIPKid’s curriculum team.

Teachers earn a base pay rate of $7-$9 per class (equivalent to $14-$18 per hour), with additional incentives available. With bonuses for teaching more classes and referrals, teachers can earn up to $22 per hour.

How to get started

The application process consists of five steps:

1. Create an account with VIPKid and complete the online application form.
2. Submit a short demo lesson for evaluation.
3. Review VIPKid’s curriculum, teacher standards, and technology requirements.
4. Teach a mock class with a current VIPKid teacher.
5. Complete your profile, sign your contract, and start teaching!

Applications can be submitted through VIPKid’s VIPTeacher platform.

9. Lyngo

Among some of the best online ESL companies, Lyngo is a Japanese company that hires both native English and Japanese speakers. As the company is fairly relaxed with its requirements and provides all the necessary training and teaching materials, it may be a good fit for newbie teachers. The company gives virtual English classes to Japanese students of all levels, from nursery school to adult students.

Requirements

Native-level English or Japanese speakers
Your computer must be able to run Skype

Job details

Lyngo’s pay varies from $8 to $14, depending on the type of class and incentives a teacher receives. Teachers are paired with students through the company’s platform, although the one-on-one classes are conducted through Skype.

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How to get started

Lyngo’s application is one of the simplest out there and just requires you to put in your basic information and upload your resume and a recent picture of yourself.

10. Skyeng Talks

Russian-based Skyeng Talks is the biggest virtual school in Eastern Europe, catering to thousands of English students through their own platform, Vimbox.

An attractive feature of this company is that it welcomes both native and non-native English speakers. In general, past and current Skyeng Talks teachers have positive reviews of the company.

Requirements

Fluent in the English language
Teaching experience is preferred
Must be able to commit to at least 15 hours weekly

Job details

Teachers are free to choose their teaching schedules, all of which should be set at Moscow time (GMT+3). Working for this company means you’ll be able to give one-on-one lessons to kids and adults.

Teachers can earn between $400 to $600 for a 20-hour workload per week. They also give bonuses for completing a certain number of classes.

How to get started

To get started, simply input your name and contact information and upload a video interview (instructions are provided). You’ll hear back from Skyeng Talks within two days via email. If selected, you’ll complete onboard training, which includes giving a mock lesson.

11. SkimaTalk

SkimaTalk is based in Japan, and its platform lets teachers create their own profiles and accept bookings from students. Although most of its learners are Japanese adults, SkimaTalk has students of all ages from all over the world, which means there are lessons available any time of the day.

Requirements

Be a native English speaker

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Job details

SkimaTalk offers a minimum rate of $16 per hour. Teachers can also set their own rates, and the company retains 20% of their total earnings.

SkimaTalk’s one-on-one, 25-minute lessons are conducted on Skype. As a SkimaTalk teacher, you are not required to work for a minimum number of hours and can set your preferred time blocks on SkimaTalk’s platform.

How to get started

First, you’ll need to create an account on the website. Then, you’ll be asked to create a teacher profile. Once you’ve done that, you will have to take a few tests. Your profile will go live once SkimaTalk approves and activates it.

12. italki

Another popular online ESL marketplace is italki, where teachers get hired based on their qualifications and introduction video.

There are two types of italki tutors:

• Professional tutors who possess teaching certification and experience
• Community tutors who may not be certified but enjoy helping students with their English needs

Jonathan, from Trinidad and Tobago, is an italki professional tutor who specializes in teaching Business English. “I teach adults who might need to look at their English to see if it’s good enough for an interview, or perhaps they already have a job, but they want to improve their English to deal with customers or other colleagues,” he shared.

Requirements

For professional tutors:

• TEFL/TESOL certification
• Documents to accredit teaching experience
• 1- to 3-minute self-introduction video

For community tutors:

• 1- to 3-minute self-introduction video

Job details

Tutors on italki can determine their own class rates, though most teachers charge $10 and above. The platform charges a 15% fee when a lesson or package is completed, based on the price the tutor has set.

How to get started

Create an italki account in order to fill out the application. All applicants will need to prepare a video introduction, and those applying to be a professional tutor will need to upload their TEFL/TESOL certificate as well.

13. Polly English

Polly English is a Singapore-based online ESL company that specializes in teaching English to students aged 3 to 18 across Asia. Their interactive courseware, inspired by Oxford Thinkers, is delivered through a self-developed online classroom that enhances student engagement. Polly English focuses on one-on-one lessons tailored to each student’s needs, ensuring a high-quality, personalized learning experience.

Requirements

Native English speaker from the USA or Canada
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Teaching certification issued by local authorities, plus an ESL certificate
At least one year of teaching experience in local or international schools (including overseas experience)
Ability to use the Polly English app
Stable internet connection and an Intel Core i5 (8th Gen or above) device (must pass a compatibility test)

Job details

Polly English offers one-on-one online ESL teaching, allowing teachers to deliver customized courses that match students’ needs. Teachers must commit to a minimum of 10 teaching hours per week during peak times. The company provides a competitive pay rate of $16–$24 per hour. Peak teaching hours follow Singapore Time, with weekday classes running from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and weekend classes available all day. All lessons are conducted through Polly English’s proprietary online classroom, and teachers receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to help them navigate the platform effectively.

How to get started

The application process consists of five steps:

1. Submit basic information about yourself.
2. Complete a device test to check your computer and internet connection.
3. Teach a short demo lesson to showcase your teaching skills.
4. Complete training to learn how to use Polly English’s classroom tools.
5. Submit important documents (ID, degree, teaching certificates) and complete a criminal background check.

Applications can be submitted directly through Polly English’s website.

14. Native Camp

Native Camp is one of the largest online English language schools in Japan, offering lessons to students of all levels and ages. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company provides lessons via a proprietary language platform developed in-house. Native Camp operates globally, making it accessible to teachers and students worldwide.

Requirements

Experience teaching English (online or offline)
At least 18 years old
Intermediate English level
Laptop or PC with a webcam
Headset with a microphone
Stable internet connection (minimum speed of 2 Mbps)
Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox browser (required)

Job details

Native Camp offers a fully flexible schedule, allowing teachers to set their own availability and work as much or as little as they choose. Lessons can be one-on-one or group sessions, catering to a diverse range of learners. Teachers are responsible for conducting engaging lessons, providing constructive feedback, and adapting teaching styles to meet students’ needs. Punctuality and professionalism are essential for maintaining a positive learning environment.

The pay structure varies based on qualifications, teaching experience, and lesson volume. The base rate per lesson can increase over time, especially for teachers who receive positive student reviews or offer specialty lessons. On average, tutors earn $10 to $15 per hour, though some have reported earning higher wages after gaining experience and specializing in certain lesson types.

How to get started

The application process consists of seven steps:

1. Register your email address and confirm your account.
2. Fill out your basic information to continue the application.
3. Take the English Proficiency Test (EPT)—this test can only be taken once.
4. Prepare for the Environment Check by ensuring a stable internet connection and functional equipment.
5. Complete the self-learning program by studying the provided materials.
6. Conduct a demo lesson with Native Camp’s admins.
7. Finalize your registration by submitting additional personal details.

Applications can be submitted directly through Native Camp’s website.

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