Online Tutoring and Teaching
Platforms that put you in front of students for live one-to-one or small-group teaching: school subjects, test prep, college essays, languages, music and adult skills. Some assign you students and set the rate, others let you build a profile, price your own hours and keep the relationship. Recorded courses you sell over and over belong in Creator Monetization. A tutoring platform is worth its commission if it keeps your calendar full, handles scheduling and payment, and is honest about degrees, certificates and background checks before you spend an evening on the application. We rank on student demand in US time zones, how much control you keep over rate and schedule, and how clearly the site states its requirements.
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Marketplace for educators to sell educational resources like lesson plans, worksheets, and activities. Sellers earn 55% to 80% royalties depending on account tier, with millions of teachers as customers.
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A language learning platform with 100,000+ tutors offering one-on-one lessons across 120+ subjects, using a tiered commission model that rewards tutors who accumulate teaching hours.
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A global tutoring marketplace connecting independent tutors and students for in-person or online lessons across 2,000+ subjects, with tutors keeping 100 percent of earnings if using third-party payment methods or paying just 10 percent to Superprof if using the platform's payment system.
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A global language learning marketplace welcoming professional teachers and community tutors across 150+ languages, with flexible rates and no subscription requirements for students or teachers.
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A platform for creating and teaching live online classes to children ages 3 to 18, with teachers setting their own pricing and rates and keeping 70 percent after Outschool's 30 percent commission.
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An established tutoring platform founded in 2007, connecting independent tutors across 3,000+ subjects with students seeking one-on-one instruction and group classes.
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The nation's largest independent tutor network, where you set your own rates and get direct contact from students seeking one-on-one instruction across 300+ subjects.
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A 24/7 English conversation platform pairing native speakers with learners worldwide through flexible one-to-one and small-group lessons, with pay starting around $10 per hour for regular sessions.
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A homework help and tutoring platform where students post questions and tutors respond with solutions, earning per session based on complexity and the student's satisfaction.
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A vetted tutoring marketplace matching students with highly educated tutors for one-on-one, small-group, and test-prep sessions available on demand, 24/7.
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Language learning marketplace connecting students with private tutors across over 70 languages. Tutors set their own rates, keep 85% of lesson fees, and build their own student base.
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A language and skills tutoring marketplace where independent teachers set their own rates and schedules. Teachers from 19,000+ worldwide teach 172 languages and subjects to 4+ million student learners, with rigorous vetting and training for quality control.
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A global tutoring marketplace where independent instructors set their own rates, choose their hours, and teach 150+ subjects to students across all academic levels.
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A global online tutoring platform where vetted tutors teach live 1-on-1 and small-group lessons across 30 subjects to students worldwide. Tutors set their own schedules, earn weekly pay with loyalty bonuses, and maintain no long-term contract.
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An online language school employing 2,500 certified teachers to deliver live classes in German, English, French, Spanish, Business English, and Italian. Teachers work freelance with flexible short-term and long-term booking options and no minimum workload.
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Online tutoring company hiring W-2 employees for test prep and academic tutoring. Tutors earn $25 to $40 per hour including paid prep time and training, with benefits like health insurance and 401k.
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An established tutoring service that places tutors with students on a fixed hourly rate across 250+ subjects, emphasizing high-quality one-to-one instruction and small-group sessions available 24/7.
Frequently asked questions
How much control do I have over my hourly rates?
It varies depending on the platform you choose. Some services let you set your own prices and build your own student base, while others assign students to you and set the rate.
Can I teach subjects other than English or academic school subjects?
Yes, many of these platforms cover a massive range of topics. You can find opportunities for music, adult skills, test prep, and even specialized language instruction.
Do I have to teach live sessions?
While most options focus on live one-to-one or small-group teaching, some platforms allow you to sell pre-made educational resources like lesson plans and worksheets instead.
How do the different payment structures work?
Some platforms take a commission or percentage of your earnings, while others allow you to keep a higher portion of your fees if you use third-party payment methods. A few even offer royalty structures based on your account tier.
What is the difference between teaching a student directly and answering questions?
Most platforms involve live instruction, but some operate as homework help sites where students post specific questions and you earn money by providing solutions.