Online ESL Teacher at Polly English - Remote USA/CA — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This is a fully remote, online teaching role — you can work from anywhere as long as you have a reliable internet connection and a capable laptop (Intel Core i5 8th Gen or above). That said, there is a significant timezone constraint to be aware of.
Timezone Challenge: Peak hours are 5:00 PM–9:00 PM Singapore Time (SGT, UTC+8) on weekdays, and all day on weekends. For North American teachers, this translates to early morning hours (e.g., 1:00 AM–5:00 AM Pacific / 4:00 AM–8:00 AM Eastern on weekdays). This makes the schedule most practical for nomads based in Asia, the Pacific, or Oceania — or those who keep unconventional hours.
- Bangkok / Southeast Asia: Nearly perfect timezone alignment. At $16–$24/hour, 10 hrs/week yields $640–$960/month — comfortable in Thailand's low cost of living.
- Lisbon, Portugal: Peak slots fall around 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Lisbon time — actually workable! Salary would cover mid-range living costs partially.
- Medellín, Colombia: Peak hours land at 4:00 AM–8:00 AM local time — very early, not ideal for most.
The role requires a USA or Canadian passport/native speaker background but no physical presence in North America. Digital nomad visa options (e.g., Thailand LTR visa, Portugal Digital Nomad Visa, Indonesia E-33G) could pair well if teaching from Asia or Europe. No travel-specific perks mentioned, but the fully online setup and app-based platform keep equipment needs minimal.
Polly English is an online English teaching company based in Singapore. We specialize in teaching English to students aged 3 to 18 across Asia, using interactive courseware inspired by Oxford Thinkers and delivered through our self-developed online classrooms. Our unique approach ensures high-interaction, high-quality classes designed to enhance students' English proficiency.
Why Join Polly English?
Our flagship offering is one-on-one online teaching, enabling us to provide customized courses tailored to each student's needs.
Compensation: $16–$24 per hour.
New Teacher Rewards (Up to USD $100)
To welcome new North American teachers, we're offering exclusive New Teacher Rewards for teachers who join and start teaching between August 14 and September 30.
Core Reward Rules:
- Your first class must be completed by September 30.
- No reward will be issued if the first class is not completed or is completed after the deadline.
- No reward will be issued for class cancellations, no-shows/absences, or leaving the first class early.
PPT Slot Rewards:
- Option 1 — Earn $50: Open 10 recurring PPT slots per week for 4 consecutive weeks after joining, complete your first class, and have no no-shows.
- Option 2 — Earn $100: Open 20 recurring PPT slots per week for 4 consecutive weeks after joining, complete at least 5 classes, and have no no-shows.
Teacher Requirements:
- Native English speaker from the USA or Canada.
- Education: Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Certificates: Teaching or teacher qualification certificate issued by local authorities, plus an ESL certificate.
- Experience: Over 1 year of teaching experience in local or international schools (including overseas international school experience).
Technical Requirements:
- Software: Polly English APP.
- Hardware: Stable internet connection and Intel Core i5 (8th Gen or above). Ensure your device passes our compatibility test.
Availability:
- Peak Hours (Singapore Time):
- Weekdays: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Weekends: All day
- Minimum Teaching Hours: 10 hours during peak times.
Why Apply Now?
- High Demand: Our marketing team is actively promoting classes, and newly onboarded teachers often receive bookings within 24 hours.
- Limited-Time Bonus: Earn up to $100 by completing your application and opening peak-time slots.
- Fast-Track Approval: Apply early to maximize visibility during our upcoming promotional campaign.
⏳ Please complete your application within the next 2 days to meet the high demand for bookings.
To apply, follow this link: https://teach.pollyenglish.cn/website?ch_i=94f0a475a30e4c6e8d667e5793e09991
Once submitted, kindly notify us so we can expedite your application. For questions, contact us at [email protected].
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