21 Non Native English Teacher Jobs Hiring In 2023

Are you looking for all the best non native English teacher jobs?

Teaching online can be a good way to earn a valuable source of income. You can teach from the comfort of your own home and avoid commuting time and costs.

I left my corporate job in 2017 and traveled the world while teaching English online.

Despite not having a teaching degree or a huge amount of teaching experience I still managed to earn between $4,000 to $6,000 per month by teaching English online

The plus point is, you do not need to Google English teaching jobs near me as teaching online options are wider and broader.

I bet you are thinking, no one will hire me because I’m not a native speaker! And even if they do, they won’t pay me well! 🙁

Fret not! I’m here to help!

I’ve created a list of 21 best English teaching platforms for non native speakers for non-native English teacher jobs.

DISCLAIMER

1.  Any schools I recommend and their rates, are as I know them, when I write this post.

Nevertheless, things do change, so if the school is no longer hiring, or the hiring rates have changed, please don’t send me a long angry email telling me I am giving out incorrect information ( yes, this happens unfortunately! ), send me a polite note and I will update it as soon as I can.

2– I am not a recruiter and I DO NOT earn anything if you click on any of my links to the online schools. I am providing this information on the schools based on personal experience, research on forums and by speaking to various teachers in those online schools.

You are welcome to choose any school that suits your circumstances as I DO NOT earn any money from online school referral links.

3- However, there may be links to products and services recommended on here that are affiliate links and I may earn if you click on them, AT NO EXTRA cost to you. Hope you find the information here useful! Thanks.

PHEW! Needed to clear that up, now where were we?

How To Get Started As A Non Native Teacher

In order to get started with non native English teacher jobs, there are a few basic requirements:

1. At least a good proficiency with the English language.
2. Have a Teaching English as a Foreign Language ‘TEFL’ certificate
3. Have a headset* and a laptop**
4. A good internet connection

A Proficiency In The English Language 

If you plan to teach English online… the at the very least you should be able to speak it well! If your are able to speak well, opportunity for non-native English speakers to teach English online are plenty!

I am not saying you need to sound like the Queen, but an ability to converse well with minimal grammar mistakes and spot basic language mistakes is necessary for you to get online ESL jobs for non native speakers

Note- You don’t need to be a grammar pro, I am not.  I choose not to focus and teach English grammar in my lessons. More on that later 🙂

A TEFL Certification 

 

In order to get started you generally need a bachelor’s degree, and some sort of teaching certificate like the TEFL.

You can easily get a 120-hour TEFL certificate online and complete it in the evenings and weekends if you work full time.

There is a 120-hour online course ran by Let’s TEFL which provides a whole module on online teaching and specific training to ensure your application, resumes, introduction videos for recruiters, is done right.

I prefer their TEFL because compared to other TEFL providers, as it specialises in preparing you to teach online.

Of course, they also train you how to teach English as foreign language, but on top of that, they prepare you for the online teaching industry .

Once you complete the 120-hour TEFL certificate, you will know how to teach English as a foreign language.

In addition to this, you will have a strong understanding of:

• the online teaching industry and job market,
• know how to prepare your lesson plans and
• how to motivate your students in an online classroom.

As far as I’m aware, Let’s TEFL are the only course available online now which comes with a whole extra video module with specific training for teaching online – presented by an actual teacher.

They are also endorsed by DaDa and iTutorGroup as one of their recommended courses. (Both are two HUGE online schools)

If you don’t have a degree, it’s worth you looking into this article and increase your chance to land the best online English teaching jobs :

• How to Become an Online Teacher Without A Degree

Have a Headset and a Laptop

Most of the online teaching jobs require you to have a laptop. A simple one will do, don’t spend too much money at the beginning.

Also, some online schools prefer if you have a headset which you can buy on Amazon for cheap, but I just used my Apple earphones.

You can get away with teaching using your smart phone for some companies but all the best online English teaching jobs for non native speakers require a laptop.

A Good Internet Connection

Generally, a sufficient speed for teaching online would be 8Mbps download and 2-3Mbps upload. But you can just Google the wifi requirements of each school before you apply.

21 Best Non Native English Teacher Jobs

1.Amazing Talker

I have heard good things about Amazing talker and the best thing is, you don’t even need to just teach English !

At Amazing talker, you can teach any other language you know too. The hours, rates and materials are set by you but they will add a 10% fee on to whatever rate you charge for their commission.

It is one of the best companies that hire teachers

out there.

Pay rate per hour:

Teachers set own rates but average rate is $27

 Requirements :

No minimum requirements but a teaching certification TEFL or TESOL will improve your chances of getting booked by students on Amazing Talker.

Student ages:

Adults (18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

 Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

 How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

2. Topica Native

Topica Native is an online English speech tutoring platform that offers non native English teacher jobs.

It connects language learners with English-speakers. Lesson plans and curriculum are provided and you can work for an unlimited number of hours which means you can earn an unlimited number of hours  🙂

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum: $6
Maximum: $16*

The rate will be dependent on your evaluation, every 6 months.

Requirements :

No degree requirement.

Teaching Certification such as TEFL and TESOL preferred

Student ages:

University students and working people

Class room size:

Up to 6

Class schedule:

8AM to 11PM (GMT+7) and 45 minutes per class.

Min hours per week: 5

How to apply

CLICK HERE

 

3. iTutorGroup

iTutorGroup are one of the well-known  companies that hire non native English teachers.

Teachers are required to teach at least 10 peak hours per week (within the 10 hours, at least four hours need to be during the weekend).

The great thing about them is their flexible class schedule which is open 24/7 and they provide the materials to teach.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum: $10*
Maximum: $20

Please note- I have been told your rate is dependent on your location so it can be lower if you live in certain countries.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching Certification such as TEFL and TESOL preferred

At least one year teaching experience

Student ages:

Junior (aged 5- 18)

Adult (age 18+)

Class room size:

Up to 6

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

10 (7 during the weekday and 3 during the weekend)

How to apply

CLICK HERE

Tips: You need to create an account on their website to start the application process.

 

4.Palfish

PalFish is a mobile app offers non-native English teacher online jobs. It connects students from China to English speakers and is one of the best jobs for non native English speakers.

It has two components, FreeTalk (where you can chat away and teach conversation skills) and an Official Kids course (where you teach younger learners).

As a non-native speaker, you can only do the FreeTalk component. You download the app, set up a profile and you are good to go! Note that you will need to come up with your own conversation topics for the student.

Pay rate per hour:

Teachers set own rates but Min : $10, Max : $30

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate, such as TEFL or TESOL

Student ages:

Preschool (age 3-5)
Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)
High School & College Prep (age 15-18)
Adult (age 18+)

Class room size: 1-to- 1

Class Schedule (Beijing time):

• Peak Mon – Fri: 5:30pm – 9pm
• Peak Sat-Sun 9 am – 9 pm
• Off-Peak 24/7

Min hours per week: 4 hours

How to apply: 

CLICK HERE

 

5 .Preply

Preply is an online marketplace for teachers that offers non native English teacher jobs and also non native English tutor jobs.

If you can pass the screening stage, its well worth it as you can set your own hours and rates.

The students are normally adults but you have to come up with your own teaching materials unless you get accepted into their Preply Enterprise program at a later stage.

I highly recommend them as I used them when I began teaching and have earned over $10,000 on this platform alone to date as this is one of the highest paid online English tutor jobs

Pay rate per hour:

You set your own rate but Preply but take a commission between 33% to 18% depending on the number of completed lesson with students.

Note- They take 100% commission off your first lesson with the student, so factor that into your costs.

Requirements :

No minimum requirements but a teaching certification TEFL or TESOL will improve your chances

Student ages:

Adults (18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

How to apply

CLICK HERE

 

6.Italki

Italki is another flexible online platform which provides teaching job opportunities for non native English teachers. It allows you to set your own hours and rates.

Once you get accepted you set up your online profile and students can start booking you immediately.

Pay rate per hour:

You set your own rate but italki take a 15% commission

Requirements :

Advanced (C2) English proficiency, a teaching certification TEFL or TESOL will improve your chances

Student ages:

Adults (18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

How to apply

CLICK HERE

 

7. 51talk

51talk is one of the bigger ESL companies that hire non native speakers. It is based in China and catered to children based in China. It is one of the best platforms for online teaching jobs in China for non natives speakers.

I knew a girl who worked for them and she said there is great potential for your rate to increase as time goes on.

Pay rate per hour:

On average, $5 per 25 minute class.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree, teaching experience and a teaching certification would help.

Student ages:

Age 3-18

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

• Peak Times (China Time):
  • 7pm-11pm (Mon-Fri)
  • 9am-11pm (Sat-Sun)

Min hours per week:

A minimum of 30 peak time hours per month

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

8.CAMBLY

Cambly is a fantastic platform that allows you to chat to students from all around the world.

It has plenty online teaching job opportunities for non native English teachers.

The conversations are normally casual and the students are just looking to practise talking to someone in English. The platform provides learning material to help you with conversation topics. You set up a simple profile and apply.

Once you pass the screening stage you have the potential to earn an unlimited number of hours, whenever you want.

Besides that, if you are looking for English teaching jobs without a degree,  Cambly is one of the companies that you need to look into.

Pay rate per hour:

$0.17 per minute = $10.30 per hour

Requirements :

No minimum requirements but a teaching certification TEFL or TESOL will improve your chances

Student ages:

Any age, includes both children and adults

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

How to apply

CLICK HERE

 

9.Hujiang CCClass

This company is one of the few that actually prefer to hire non-native speakers. The students are children from china and they provide you with teaching materials. It is the perfect place to findnon-native English teacher jobs.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum: $12
Maximum: $20

 Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree, teaching experience and a teaching certification would help

Student ages:

Preschool (age 3-5)
Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)
High School & College Prep (age 15-18)
Adult (age 18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

6pm-10pm weekdays (BJT) and 10am-10pm weekends (BJT)

 Min hours per week:

10

 

10.Learnlight

According the company ‘A Learnlight trainer is more than just an online teacher. They are also a motivator and personal mentor who guides students through their virtual learning experience’.

The students are adults and they prefer teachers which have a Business background but it’s not a main requirement.

I would just apply and read up on BBC Business news before the interview! #wingit!

One of the non native English teacher jobs that has the potential to pay well!

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum: $12
Maximum: $14

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree not required, 2 years teaching experience and a teaching certification. Business background preferred but not required.

Student ages:

Adult (age 18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

A minimum of 10 hours per week of fixed availability during our prime times:
06:00 -9:00 / 12:00 – 15:00 / 17:00 – 20:00 / 22:00 – 01:00 (UTC/GMT)

Min hours per week:

10

How to apply:

CLICK HERE 

 

 11.Engoo (formerly known as Bibo Global Opportunity)

Engoo teachers provide English lessons to students from Japan, Taiwan, and other parts of the world via Skype. It also provides online teaching jobs for non native speakers.

The application and screening process sound a bit rigorous (you have you submit an essay and then do a Skype interview), but I think that’s probably a good thing as it means there will be less competition for you!

Pay rate per hour:

Around $1.4 -$10

 Requirements :

To land TEFL jobs for non native speakers, English language proficiency, and a teaching certification would help.

Student ages:

Japanese students of varying ages

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

12.First Future

The great thing about this company is no online teaching experience is required. Once you pass the interview, they will train you on everything you need to excel in this job. Great chance for you to land online English teaching jobs no experience if you are a newbie.

Speak in the most neutral clear accent you can and demonstrate a passion to teach and you should get accepted. Best place to find non-native English teacher jobs.

 Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $16

Maximum: $20

 Requirements :

A degree and a TEFL certificate are preferred and a neutral accent

Student ages:

Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Fixed classes: weekdays, between 17:00 – 23:00, and all day at weekends.

 Flexible classes: You can also register for additional flexi-classes to boost your income. You can add / change your availability for flexi-classes yourself on a daily basis. One of those perfect non native English teacher jobs that is super flexible.

Min hours per week:

10

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

13.Fluentbe

Fluentbe is an online language school for Polish adult students. It allows you to teach English online for non-native speakers.

The hours are flexible and it doesn’t matter if you are a non-native speaker ,as long as you are happy, talkative, engaging and open and also ‘passionate about something’ ( they will talk about it during the interview).

 Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $10

Maximum: $12

 Requirements :

At least one year teaching experience teaching adults

Student ages:

Polish working adults (18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum or maximum

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

14. Waijiaoyi

This company provides online english teaching jobs for non native speakers in China and doesn’t mind hiring non-native speakers as long as you have a neutral accent. You need to commit to a regular working weekly schedule but it doesn’t specify exactly what that is.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $9

Maximum: $11

Requirements :

At least 22 years old with a Bachelor’s Degree or have a TEFL/TESOL/ CELTA certification.

Student ages:

Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)

Class room size:

Maximum 30 students

Class schedule:

March to late June and September to December

-Saturdays and Sundays from 08:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. Beijing time.

July to August and January to February-

-Monday to Sunday, from 08:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. Beijing time.

Min hours per week:

Not specified

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

15. Skyeng Talks

If you are a non-native English teacher, Skyeng will allow you to become an English teacher. It is one of the many online English schools for non native teachers. It allows you to teach English online for non native speakers.

It is a Russian based online English school and most of the students are Russian or Eastern European.

The company provides automated study assignments and resources for their students and you will serve a live resource to help the students achieve their goals.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $5

Maximum: $10

 Requirements :

C1 level of English

Some experience teaching

Student ages:

Russian adults (18+)

Class room size:

1-to -1

Class schedule:

Flexible

Min hours per week:

Minimum 15 hours weekly

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

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17.Lingoda

Founded in 2013, Lingoda is an online ESL company based in Berlin that caters to adults and business professionals.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $8

Maximum $15

Requirements:

TEFL/TESOL certification

Native or C2 level of English

At least 2-3 years of teaching experience

Student ages:

Adults and business professionals

Class room size:

Groups of up to five students

Class schedule:

Flexible class schedule open 24/7

Min hours per week:

No minimum number of hours

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

18.COREnglish

Have a TEFL certificate and are fluent in English? Check out COREnglish as they are actively looking for TEFL teachers.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $2

Maximum $20

 Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree, and a teaching certification.

No teaching experience needed, but preferred.

Student ages:

Chinese Adults

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

19.Ginseng English

If you are interested in teaching Business English as a non-native English speaker, you’re in luck!

Since Ginseng English require English teachers with different skill levels, they provide various tracks for their students. Great opportunity to teach English online non native.

Fret not if teaching Business English is not your cup of tea. You can provide general English lessons, academic English lessons or even provide one-on-one classes.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $10

Maximum $15

 Requirements:

A degree is not required and a certification is not required as well but yet it is preferred.

Student ages:

Children age 5 to 15

Class room size:

A group of students

Class schedule:

Morning (9am-12pm)

Afternoon (12pm-3pm)

Late Afternoon (3pm-6pm)

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

20.ALL RIGHT

All right is a teaching school that mainly focuses on young students from the age of 4-12. Most of their students are from Russia, Poland, Spain, and Italy.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $8

Maximum $10

 Requirements:

No degree is necessary but if you do not have a degree, you will need a TEFL certification and some teaching experience to be considered.

Student ages:

Young learners 4-12 years old

Class room size:

1-to-1

Min hours per week:

15 hours per week, with 6 of those hours needing to be on weekends.

Classes are either 25 mins or 55 mins in length. 

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

 

21.VOXY

Voxy is an online English platform that offers live instruction online. It allows you to teach English from the comfort of your own home for non native speakers.

Pay rate per hour:

Minimum $10

Maximum $15

Requirements:

A college degree or a teaching certificate is required.

Student ages:

Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)

High School & College Prep (age 15-18)

Adult (age 18+)

Class room size:

1-to-1

Class schedule:

Morning (9am-12pm)

Afternoon (12pm-3pm)

Late Afternoon (3pm-6pm)

Evening (6pm-9pm)

How to apply:

CLICK HERE

How To Increase Your Rate As An Online Teacher:

I am going to be honest.

Due to the fact that you are a non-native speaker, some companies may pay you less than native-speakers.

But I have a solution:

Niche down to become a Business English Tutor or an  IELTS Specialist

Why ?

Because teachers in this niche are in high demand.

Busy working professionals who want to enhance their business language skills, have the money and desire to pay Business teachers to help them improve.

Also, students are in great need of  IELTS teachers to pass visa application English requirements and to pass IELTS to enter universities .

The great thing about this is, these types of students are willing to pay GOOD MONEY, for you to help them.

How to Become An IELTS Specialist:

If you want to become an IELTS Teacher, take the Teaching IELTS 30 Hour Online course. It trains you how to become an online IELTS teacher, so you can charge a higher rate

How to Become a Business English Teacher 

The Teaching Business English 30 Hour Online Course will train you to become a Business English teacher. You get an internationally recognised certificate, personal tutor support, training on lesson plans and anything you need to know about the job market.

Also, any work experience you have working for a company in an office will greatly help 🙂

Once I up-skilled and became a Business English and IELTS specialist, my rate went from $15 per hour to about $40-$65 per hour.

I could work less because I earned more and spend my free time motorbiking thorough the countrysides!

(Ps; If you also like motorbikes, add me on IG, I love connecting with motorbike peeps or anyone who loves travel too! :))

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FAQ’s On English Teacher Jobs for Non- Native Speakers 

Can I Teach English If I’m Not A Native Speaker?

Yes! ABSOLUTELY.

Quite a few online teaching schools require a ‘proficiency’ in the English language. So you don’t have to be a native speaker.

There are many ESL jobs for non native speakers out there.

Can I Teach English Without A TEFL? 

Yes if you already have some form of teaching qualification ie a degree in Teaching or a CELTA, TESOL etc…

NO if you don’t have any of the above.

Just get your TEFL. It’s 120 hours, reasonably and will open many doors.

Get your TEFL here 

If you want to start looking for non native English teacher jobs or English tutor jobs at the very least, you need to have a TEFL.

Is There A High Demand For English Teachers?

YES!! A HUGE DEMAND.

Everyone and their cat is learning online now. There is no much demand I had to turn students away because I didn’t have enough time.

Trust me, there are plenty of ESL teaching jobs for non native speakers out there.

How Much Can You Make Teaching English Online?

You must be wondering how much can you make teaching English online. Online English teachers make between USD 10 –  USD 40  per hour depending on their level of qualification.

For a first-time English teacher with a TEFL certification, you will likely earn between USD 10- USD 20 per hour at the beginning of your career.

USD 10- USD 20 per hour at the beginning of your career. 

How To Become An English Teacher In Japan?

To become an English teacher in Japan, you will need to have a TEFL certification and a 4-year college degree.

Apart from that, you must be a native English speaker without a past criminal record. An average monthly wage of USD 2,500 – USD 3,000 is what you may anticipate.

How To Get An Online Teaching Job With No Experience?

If you are wondering how to get an online teaching job with no experience, fret not! As long as you have at least a 120-hour TEFL qualification, you are good to go! 

Experience is not required to teach English online. Many online teaching companies out there do not ask for any previous teaching experience.

How To Be An Online English Teacher?

You must be thinking about how to be an online English Teacher.

The 3 most important things that you will need are a secure and reliable Internet connection, a Zoom or Skype account, and a TESOL/TEFL certificate to become a successful online English teacher.

It is also important to be a native English speaker.

How Much Does An English Teacher Make In Japan?

If you are wondering how much an English Teacher in Japan makes. The answer is for first-timers generally between 247,700 and 286,200 Yen (USD 2,250 – USD 2,600) per month.

First-year participants under JET Program earn between 280,000 Yen (USD 2,550) per month with yearly wage increases.

How To Become An English Teacher In China?

How Do I Become an English Teacher in China? You will need to have a TEFL certification and at least a college degree to secure a job teaching English in China.

Besides that, a native English speaker is preferred. You can expect an average monthly salary of USD 1,250 – USD 2,850 per month.

Can A Non-Native Get TEFL?

If you are wondering can a non-native get TEFL. The answer is yes! You can take a TEFL course as a non-native speaker.

There is no rule by the government stating that a non-native speaker requires a TEFL certificate or equivalent. The purpose of getting TEFL is to improve your chances of finding a job. 

Can Non-Natives Teach At Cambly?

You can obviously teach at Cambly as a non-native English speaker. If you are good enough in English, you can apply for an online ESL teaching job at Cambly.

Besides, a degree or teaching experience is not required, yet preferred. The rate is USD 10.20 per hour which will be paid via Paypal.

Why Non-Native English Teachers Are Better?

Non-native English teachers are better because the amount of hard work they put in to reach the level of language proficiency that allowed them to teach is one of the biggest advantages they have.

Besides, it will boost the confidence and motivate the students that it is possible to learn English to that level.

As non native English teachers, they can also relate to and understand the struggles students face with learning English.

Where Can I Teach English As A Non- Native Speaker?

All the ESL companies for non natives mentioned above allow teaching English online for non native speakers.

But if you are looking for even more online teaching jobs for non natives read below for best online teaching jobs.

Conclusion

Well, there you have it! How to teach English online for a non native teacher and how to apply for English teaching jobs online.

All the best info on non native English teacher jobs. Good luck and happy teaching!

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