Teach English Online to Young Learners: Up to $2,000/Month | ESLstarter
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Teach English online to young learners
Teach fun one-to-one English classes to children aged 5 to 6, from home or anywhere in the world. Lessons are prepared for you, and you can start right away. A 120-hour TEFL is required.
Online English teaching jobs with young learners
If you love the English language and enjoy working with children, this is a rewarding way to earn from home. You'll teach young learners aged 5 to 6 in one-to-one online classes, giving each child your full attention as they take their first steps in English.
There's no lesson planning. Every class comes with ready-made lesson plans and materials, and a short, self-paced training course gets you ready to teach. Work from anywhere with a good internet connection, whether that's your spare room or the other side of the world.
You'll need a 120-hour TEFL certificate to apply. If you don't have one yet, you can get qualified online from £63 and apply as soon as you finish.
Step 1: get your 120-hour TEFL
A 120-hour TEFL is required for this job and for most online teaching roles. Study online at your own pace with our partner TEFL UK, trusted by over 60,000 graduates. Many people are qualified and applying within a month.
120-hour TEFL
Internationally recognised, 100% online
Best for getting qualified quickly. Many people finish in 3 to 4 weeks.
- The exact qualification this job asks for
- Prepares you to teach all ages, from young children up
- Study around work, at your own pace
- Opens the door to jobs online and abroad
Level 5 TEFL
Ofqual-regulated, 168 hours
Best for standing out without online experience, at the same level as CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL.
- Exceeds this job's 120-hour requirement
- A regulated UK qualification
- Stronger applications for competitive roles
- Ideal if you're building a long-term career
The role
- Students: young learners aged 5 to 6
- Class format: one-to-one online lessons, so every child gets your full attention
- Teaching hours: flexible, within the school's teaching times
- Resources: pre-prepared lesson plans and materials for every class
- Earnings: up to US$2,000 a month, depending on your hours and performance
- Bonuses: extra earnings through the referral programme
Are you ready to apply?
- A bachelor's degree or higher
- A 120-hour TEFL, TESOL, CELTA or equivalent certificate. Don't have one?
- At least 10 hours a week between 5pm and 9pm Singapore time on weekdays (9am to 1pm UK time in winter, 10am to 2pm in summer), plus full weekend availability
- A stable internet connection
- A Windows computer with an Intel Core i5 (8th generation) or better
- One year of online teaching experience preferred
How to apply
Get TEFL qualified
If you don't already have a 120-hour TEFL, start here.
Apply online
Fill in the short online application form.
Device check
A quick IT test to make sure your classes run smoothly.
Teaching demo
Show your teaching style in a short demo class.
Training and teaching
Complete the self-paced training, then start teaching on Classpod.
Earn more by referring friends
Know someone who'd love teaching English online? The referral programme pays you bonuses for introducing new teachers, on top of your teaching earnings.
And when you're ready for an adventure, online teaching experience gives you a head start for teaching jobs abroad, from Korea and Japan to Thailand and Taiwan.
Teaching English online: your questions answered
How much can I earn teaching English online to young learners?
Teachers can earn up to US$2,000 a month, depending on how many hours they teach and their performance. You can also earn extra bonuses by referring friends.
Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach English online?
Yes. You need a 120-hour TEFL, TESOL, CELTA or equivalent certificate to apply. Our 120-hour TEFL course is online, from £63, and many people finish in 3 to 4 weeks.
What hours would I teach from the UK?
Classes run from 5pm to 9pm Singapore time (UTC+8) on weekdays, which is 9am to 1pm in the UK in winter and 10am to 2pm in summer. You need to be available for at least 10 hours a week in that window, plus full availability at weekends.
Who will I teach?
Young learners aged 5 to 6, in one-to-one online classes. Lesson plans and materials are prepared for you, so there's no planning to do.
What equipment do I need?
A stable internet connection and a Windows computer with an Intel Core i5 (8th generation) processor or better. Classes are taught on the Classpod platform, and you'll complete a quick IT test when you apply.
Do I need online teaching experience?
One year of experience on online teaching platforms is preferred, but not essential. A strong TEFL qualification helps your application stand out if you're new to teaching online.
Ready to inspire young learners?
Get your 120-hour TEFL, then apply and start teaching from home.
