Have you thought of teaching online but feel you don`t have a chance due to a lack of qualifications? I`m here to tell you that you can teach English online without a degree, or you can teach another language for that matter(but, this post is about teaching English).
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work from the comfort of your own home as an online English teacher?
If you have, you’re definitely not alone. There are a number of teachers who use this method to stay busy and supplement their income during school breaks or even when school is in session.
The good news is that you don’t have to be a teacher to do the same thing. In many cases, you don’t even have to have a college degree.
Teaching English Online
You may find yourself in need of a way to make some decent extra money without running yourself ragged by traveling all over the city in order to do so.
Teaching English online could be a near-perfect way to get the funds you need and do something fulfilling at the same time.
There are a number of companies you can work with that allow you to teach English to students from other countries.
If you’re looking for a way to start a career that puts you in the driver’s seat and allows you to work from home, this is an excellent opportunity.
The same is true for those who are trying to supplement their regular income.
You Don’t Necessarily Need a Degree
If you’ve done any research about this topic, you might have been discouraged because you likely ran across a number of companies that require you to have a college degree, usually a bachelor’s.
There is good news. While it’s true that you need a degree to work with some companies, that isn’t the case for all of them.
In fact, there are several companies out there that will allow you to teach English online without a degree.
Where Should You Start?
If you’re wondering where those companies that allow you to teach without a degree are, you need to look no further.
There are several companies that are willing to give those looking into teaching English online without a degree a chance to prove themselves.
Having said that, we have to admit it can be overwhelming for beginners going through different sites looking for a job, some are not even sure where to get started.
Five of the most well-known are:
- Open English.
- Magic Ears.
- My Tutor Lab.
- PalFish.
- Cambly.
There are countless more that fit into this category as well. If you don’t really know where to start, you may want to look into the companies listed above and then decide which company (or companies) are best suited to your needs.How Much Money Can You Make As An English Tutor?
It shouldn’t really be any surprise that the amount of money you can potentially make is likely to vary, according to the specific company you decide to partner with.
Some pay more than others. By the same token, your monthly income will be affected by the number of hours you work.
The number of classes you teach, depending on the payment structure for the company you are working with. As most of the courses pay per action.
As a result, some people can and do make enough money to turn this into their full-time career.
Conversely, others may only want a little extra pocket money, so they may work much less frequently. The beauty of online earning is that you decide how many hours you want to work.
Want to take a break, you go ahead, it`s your business, you`re the boss.
Typically, you can expect to make anywhere from $15 – $25 per hour worked.
Your earnings will also depend on your format of teaching, is it one-on-one or is it a group session?
Check this in-depth eBook about getting started teaching a language online. It will help explain all the bits and pieces you need to know to get started.
Pros and Cons Of Teaching English Online Without A Degree
Just like any other job, there are some great things about teaching English online. There may also be things you wish were a bit different.
For example, you might be able to set your own schedule. This allows you to work when it’s convenient for you and it affords you the opportunity to tailor your teaching schedule around everything else you have going on.
However, you may be required to sign up for so many hours each week.
Or to take a minimum number of teaching sessions per month. These details vary a great deal from one company to the next, so you should always be careful to read the fine print before you get started.
What You Need To Teach English Online
As we now know, teaching English online without a TEFL course is possible. Apart from that, you`ll need
- A computer with an internet connection.
- A good headset.
- Microphone.
You might also likeDifferent ways to make money online. Online jobs for teens to make money online.Voice over jobs for extra income.
Teach English Online Conclusion
Now that you know how to make more money without having to leave your house, you may want to consider additional ways to make money, even when you’re sleeping. (That sounds cheeky I know but it`s possible).
Think about it this way.
Each teaching gig you do gives you a chance to make decent money, but when it’s over, you have to find another one so you`re always looking.
What if you could start doing something that keeps making money on your behalf, even when you’re not directly participating in it? That’s precisely what affiliate marketing does.
In fact, you may be able to combine affiliate marketing with your newfound teaching gig and create more than one source of income.
The best part is that it takes very little money to start. In many cases, it costs nothing at all.
The only thing you need is a website, and you can create totally free website here.
Affiliate marketing is lucrative and your earnings are not limited to the time you spend online, you work once and the money keeps coming.
Now if you`re unsure how affiliate marketing works, this post explains more on how to find the right affiliate marketing training.
If you`d like to learn more about affiliate marketing, this post explains why you should learn affiliate marketing as doing it alone especially if you`re just getting started is almost impossible.
The only question you have to answer now is, what are you waiting for?
Hope you found this post useful, if you have any questions please leave a message below and we`ll get back to you.
Virtue says
Hi sarganser! Nice article! I never knew languages could be taught online without having qualifications. This is indeed an eye opener. Personally I find it very helpful and I am happy I came across this today, I had no idea before now. I would definitely share to create more awareness.
admin says
Thanks I really appreciate your time.Earning money online should not be hard as there are just so many ways to earn a full time income online teaching online being one way.
Christine says
I had no idea that there were online platforms where you could teach English even without a degree. It gives more talented people a chance to earn extra income. Although I am a teacher in junion high school, I think that a diploma is not always a guarantee for being a good or effective teacher. So, I think that it’s great that these sites offer opportunities to people who are great teachers but who may feel limited in their endeavors due to a lack of diploma. I’m really glad I read this 🙂
sarganser says
Thanks Christine, making money teaching online does not even stop with teaching English online, there are platforms where you can teach other languages too and make money, although I must say,teaching English online is sure more lucrative than teaching other languages.
Really appreciate your comment.