Inspire a Love of Learning
Earn an average of $40 per hour.
How it Works:
- Outschool is a global marketplace for unique, small-group classes. Learners from over 175 countries access classes created by innovative and passion-driven teachers.
- Teachers on Outschool are empowered entrepreneurs who create their own classes to build their online teaching businesses.
- Once you have completed Outschool 101, you can share your experience, qualifications, and a short recording of a sample class in your application.
- Upon approval of your application, we will prompt you to undergo a background check and identity verification to become an educator on Outschool.
- Complete the two required training modules and you are on your way!
- Teachers on Outschool determine their own income through pricing and class sizes.
- 7-13 days after a class has begun, your payment for that class will be received. All payments for classes are sent via PayPal.
- You can keep track of your earnings through the Stats page on your Teacher Dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Outschool?
- Outschool is an education platform that offers online classes for kids ages 3-18. All classes are taught by motivated, independent teachers who choose their teaching topics and schedules.
- We provide listings for your classes, access to a global community of learners, payment support, and more, so that you can focus on teaching.
Is teaching on Outschool right for me?
- Are you excited about the idea of choosing what you’ll teach and structuring your lessons?
- Are you interested in building out a teaching business that will reach 1M learners worldwide?
- Then yes, Outschool is right for you!
How do I become an educator on Outschool?
- Familiarize yourself with Outschool by taking the required Outschool 101 training in our training center.
- Complete your teaching application to tell us about your background, teaching experience, and classes you’re planning on teaching.
- Upon approval of your application, complete our identity verification and background check processes.
- Read through our steps to becoming an educator on Outschool.
What can I earn? Does it cost money to teach on Outschool?
- Outschool teachers earn $40/hour on average.
- Outschool takes a 30% service fee on enrollments, but there is no fee to teach on the platform.
How do I choose what to teach?
- Educators on Outschool create unique classes that align with their experience and expertise.
- If you have demonstrable expertise in a given subject area or skill, share that knowledge with learners!
How does Outschool support educators?
- Access to a global community of learners.
- A wide range of professional development opportunities to further your teaching skills.
- The ability to focus on teaching and building your business; we handle payments and logistics.
- 24/7 help via chat and email from our Support Team.
How does Outschool pay educators?
- We use PayPal to send educator payments. Link an existing account or create a new one when you sign up to teach.
- Outschool covers all associated seller fees.
What type of technology do I need to teach?
- All you need is a working internet connection (3 Mbps or faster) and a computer that can run Zoom video conferencing.
What times should I schedule classes?
- Outschool educators set their own schedules.
- There are no minimum or maximum hours required to teach.
- Outschool families are located across the globe, with varying needs for class timing. You can view up to-date-guidance on parent time preferences here.
Can companies and organizations teach on Outschool?
- Yes, Outschool supports group teaching organizations in addition to individual educators.
- See requirements for organizations and apply here.
Get answers and advice from the Outschool team.
Why teach with Outschool?
Teach motivated learners
Work with kids who have chosen to be in your class.
Create your own schedule
Design a curriculum you love and teach the way you want.
Earn money flexibly
Teach online from wherever and on your own schedule.
No paperwork
Spend your time doing what you love – teaching.
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Phoebe Sarah
Empowering Educator
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Passion Driven Educator
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Nat Ari
Intentional Educator
Kimberlin is driven to give her learners a sense of belonging. With every fresh start, she allows her learners to get inspired and connect with others in the class to create a team-oriented experience.
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Connected Educator