Remote PreK/K Math Teacher - Work From Anywhere — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is listed as fully remote with "work from anywhere" language — appealing on the surface for digital nomads. However, there are significant practical constraints to be aware of before assuming true location independence.
Fixed schedule alert: Teaching hours are approximately 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday through Sunday. This schedule is almost certainly anchored to US time zones, meaning students and parents are US-based. If you are in Southeast Asia (e.g., Bangkok, UTC+7), that window becomes 1:00 AM – 7:00 AM — essentially a graveyard shift. Even Lisbon (UTC+0/+1) puts you at 7:00–1:00 AM during winter. Medellín (UTC-5) is the most nomad-friendly overlap, being very close to US Eastern time.
Visa considerations: This is a W-2 full-time employee role, which typically requires US work authorization. It is not a contractor arrangement. Digital nomad visas in countries like Portugal, Croatia, or Colombia generally require proof of remote employment or freelance income — a W-2 from a US employer may complicate local tax and legal status in some jurisdictions.
- Equipment needed: Stable internet and a reliable computer are required — no stipend is mentioned, so budget accordingly.
- Best-fit destinations: Medellín or Mexico City for timezone alignment; cost of living there makes $40K–$50K USD very comfortable.
This role suits nomads based in the Americas, but is a poor fit for those traveling in Europe, Asia, or beyond.
Job Title: PreK / K Math Teacher
Job Type: Full-Time 40 hours/week (W-2)
Location: Remote
Intended Start Date: Training and Lesson Preparation will begin ASAP. Classes are set to start in the Summer Semester.
Who We Are:
Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), a 100% owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is a recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company providing K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full-cycle service to foster local children's ability to think critically, strengthen their logic skills, and help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platform.
Your Role:
Think Academy U.S. is seeking an enthusiastic Remote PreK to K Math Teacher to work with students from Preschool to Kindergarten in math. Teachers will be expected to thoroughly understand math concepts, prepare lessons based on Think Academy's curriculum, deliver engaging and age-appropriate math classes, and communicate regularly with students and parents.
As a Remote Math Teacher, your responsibilities include:
- Preparing and teaching online math classes for students on a weekly basis (10–20 classes = approximately 10–20 hours/week)
- Class assignments and teaching hours depend on your lesson preparation readiness and student satisfaction
- Participating in paid teaching assistant work by attending classes and learning from experience lead teachers' teaching methods
- Conducting trial lessons with new students to help them enroll in the correct classes (5–10 hours/week)
- Grading homework and communicating with parents weekly to update them on students' learning progress and areas for improvement (3–5 hours/week)
- Other work assigned by the teaching management team
Work Hours:
Approximately 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Tuesday to Sunday (1 or 2 days off per week).
- Flexible for non-teaching hours — class schedules are the priority!
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree or higher; all majors welcome — Education or STEM-related majors preferred
- Prior math teaching experience is a plus
- High-energy, enthusiastic, and charismatic with the ability to engage and excite children effectively!
- Availability and willingness to work full-time from Tuesday to Sunday starting April 2026
- Passionate about teaching, responsible, and enthusiastic about working with children
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially with parents
- A stable computer, reliable internet, and timely communication
Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive Pay:
- Teaching Hours: $35/hr
- Administrative Hours (Lesson Prep, Grading, Parent Communication): $16–$22/hr
- End-of-Semester Commission based on performance: Target 15%
- Yearly Salary Estimate:
- 1st Year Total Target Compensation: $40,000–$50,000
- Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere that suits you best!
- Professional Growth:
- Teachers who consistently deliver high-quality classes may be promoted to management roles, which come with increased responsibilities, additional performance bonuses, and enhanced benefits
- Paid Training Program:
- Leverage Think Academy's paid Teacher Training Program to develop your career in education!
- 401(k) and Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (depending on eligibility)
Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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