There are so many different ways you can make money from home in the education field! And today, I've done a ton of research to list the best online tutoring jobs I can find for your reference.
Online tutoring tends to be flexible and lucrative as far as work at home jobs go. However, all companies are not created equally. Some companies are going to require you've had past experience and some do not.
One thing to be mindful of is that these companies typically require you either have a college degree, or be in the process of acquiring one. I've tried to note the specifics on that next to each listing.
Also, if you’re serious about finding flexible, legit remote work in education (not just tutoring), it helps to keep an eye on broader job boards like FlexJobs which you can check out here, they regularly list remote teaching, curriculum, and education support roles alongside tutoring work and other kinds of remote jobs.
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Online Tutoring Jobs
Studypool – Read Studypool Review – Q&A Online Tutor. Open worldwide. Answer students’ homework questions one at a time by explaining concepts and showing how to solve problems in your subject area. Requires strong knowledge in at least one subject; a college degree is common but experience and subject expertise matter most. Pay is per question (you bid on questions), with some tutors earning up to $7,500 per month; amounts vary by question and subject.
Tutor.com – Read Tutor.com Review – Open to residents of the United States (excluding most U.S. territories; Puerto Rico eligible). Help students of all ages by explaining homework problems, walking them through concepts, and answering questions using online tools like chat, voice, video, and a digital whiteboard. Requires being a U.S. resident eligible to work, strong knowledge in at least one subject, good communication skills, and either current enrollment as a college sophomore or higher or a completed 4-year degree. Pay is hourly based on the subjects you tutor, but the exact pay rate is not listed.
Course Hero – Read Course Hero Review – Online Tutor. Open worldwide. Answer students’ homework questions online by writing clear explanations in your subject area, with no video or phone calls required. Requires strong knowledge in at least one college-level subject and the ability to explain answers clearly; a degree or current college enrollment is common. Pay is per question answered, with top tutors earning up to about $1,500 per month, but actual earnings vary.
Hoot Reading – Online Reading Tutor. Open to teachers across North America. You work one-on-one with elementary school students, helping them learn to read and build confidence using a provided reading program and lesson tools. Requires a degree in Education and/or a teaching license plus at least two years of K–6 classroom experience, along with reliable internet and a computer with a camera and microphone. Pay is per lesson, with opportunities to earn more through reliability and completing professional development.
Dojo Tutor – Online Tutor. Open to tutors in the United States. Work one-on-one with kids in short online sessions, helping them learn and understand subjects without following a strict curriculum, while Dojo Tutor matches you with students. Requires availability for at least 5 hours per week, comfort teaching children online, and willingness to follow training and give basic guidance to parents. Pays $30 per hour (or $15 per 25-minute class), paid twice per month.
PrepNow – Online Tutor. United States (location not specified). Tutor K–12 students one-on-one in subjects like test prep, math, and science, working with the same students long term and scheduling sessions that fit both of you. Requires at least a bachelor’s degree, two years of teaching or tutoring experience, strong test scores (ACT or SAT), and availability on weeknights and weekends. Pay is hourly with the chance to earn more over time, but the exact pay rate is not listed.
TutorUp – Online Tutor. United States. Work one-on-one with students online, helping them understand school subjects and improve their skills while meeting regularly with the same students. Requires being a certified U.S. teacher (retired or lapsed certifications may be accepted), or an experienced college instructor or professor, plus passing a background check. Pays $30 per hour, with payment sent directly after each completed session recap.
Learner – Online Tutor. United States. Work one-on-one with students online, helping middle school through college-level learners understand subjects like math or science by explaining concepts, reviewing homework, and preparing for classes using live video sessions. Requires a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of professional teaching or tutoring experience (including recent and online experience), strong knowledge of the U.S. curriculum, and reliable internet with a computer and camera. Pays $25 per hour as a contract role, with tutors keeping 100% of their hourly rate and having flexible scheduling.
GoStudent – Online Tutor. Open worldwide (varies by country, including the UK and many parts of Europe). Teach students one-on-one online in school subjects like math, science, or languages, helping them understand lessons and prepare for exams using provided tools. Requires being at least 18 years old, strong knowledge in your subject, and passing a subject quiz; prior tutoring experience is helpful but not required. Pay is per lesson, with tutors earning roughly £620 per month for about 10 lessons a week and up to around £2,480 per month for about 40 lessons, with bonuses that can increase your rate over time.
Varsity Tutors – Online Tutor. Open to tutors in the United States and Canada (some U.S. states and territories excluded). Work one-on-one or with small groups online, helping students of all ages understand school subjects and improve their skills through live lessons. Requires strong knowledge in the subject you want to tutor and passing the application process; teaching experience is helpful but not required. Pay varies by subject and session type and can increase over time, but exact hourly rates are not listed.
Wiingy – Online Tutor. Open worldwide (tutors accepted from 30+ countries). Teach students one-on-one online in academic subjects, languages, music, or skills like coding by running live lessons and helping students understand topics step by step. Requires strong knowledge in the subject you want to teach, good communication skills, and the ability to teach online; education and experience expectations vary by subject. Pay is per lesson, but the exact pay rate is not publicly listed.
Ignite Reading – Online Reading Tutor. Open to U.S. residents (some states excluded, including CA, IL, IA, MT, NH, ND, SD, and Washington, DC). Work one-on-one with elementary school students in short daily sessions, helping them learn basic reading skills using Ignite’s provided lessons and tools. Requires U.S. work eligibility, consistent weekday availability, passing a background check, and completing paid training; a college degree or teaching background is helpful but not required. Pays $17.50 per hour during training and practicum, and $20 per hour for regular tutoring, with pay issued every other week.
Wyzant – Online Tutor. Open to tutors in the United States and Canada. Work one-on-one with students by helping them understand homework, prepare for tests, or learn new topics, either online or in person, while choosing which tutoring requests you want to accept. Requires strong knowledge in your subject area, creating a tutor profile, and passing Wyzant’s approval process; teaching experience is helpful but not required. Pay is set by the tutor and varies by job, but exact pay rates are not listed.
Tutor Me Education – Online Tutor. United States (locations vary). Work one-on-one or in small groups helping students understand school subjects, catch up on lessons, and build confidence with personalized support. Requires strong knowledge in your subject area, prior tutoring or teaching experience, clear communication skills, and passing a background check. Pay rate is not listed.
Tutored by Teachers – Online Tutor. United States. Work part-time teaching K–12 students online in small groups, helping them improve skills in math, reading, or test prep through live virtual sessions during set weekday time blocks. Requires at least one year of U.S. K–12 classroom teaching experience, comfort teaching online with tools like Zoom and Google Classroom, and availability during scheduled tutoring hours. Pays roughly $28–$36 per hour depending on the engagement, plus a 10% bonus, with exact rates varying by assignment.
Want Even More Flexible Online Education Jobs?
If you’d like access to more remote and flexible jobs in education — beyond tutoring platforms — FlexJobs is a great resource to check.
FlexJobs is a paid job board that specializes in remote, flexible, and work-from-home jobs, including online teaching roles, curriculum work, education support jobs, instructional design, and other education-related positions you won’t always find elsewhere.
One of the biggest perks is that every single listing is researched and guaranteed to be legitimate. No scams, no sketchy leads, and no ads cluttering up your search — just real jobs from real companies.
FlexJobs updates their listings daily and many of the education roles pay well above minimum wage, with flexible schedules or fully remote setups.
There is a small membership fee, but you can try it for just $2.95 for 14 full days, which is plenty of time to browse, apply, and see if it’s a good fit for you. If you decide it’s not for you, cancel anytime during the trial and you won’t be charged again.
Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 15 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.