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.
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.
BookNook – Read BookNook Review – Virtual Online Elementary Math and Reading Tutor K-8 Fully Remote. AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, and DC. Flexible, with at least one hour available Mon–Thu between 4–7 p.m. ET. Teach K–8 math online using provided lessons. Student-support experience required; college degree preferred. Paid certification. Fingerprint background check reimbursed up to $99. Pays $20 per hour as a contractor; hours 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 (Independent Contractor). Most U.S. states and Mexico; state exclusions are not listed. Set your own schedule. Teach pre-K–12 students online in individual or group classes using your own lessons. Seeking experienced educators; teaching certification is a plus. Background check required. Pays up to $30 per hour, twice monthly; hours are not guaranteed.
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.
Littera Education – Online Tutor (Evenings, Part-Time). AL, AZ, AR, CO, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, LA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI. Mon–Fri, with availability 5–8 p.m. ET. Tutor reading or math online using provided lessons. Subject knowledge or experience required; teaching certification not required. Paid training and company-paid background checks and fingerprinting. Pays $18 per hour plus 15 minutes of paid administrative time per tutoring hour. Hours vary.
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.
Brainfuse – Read Brainfuse Review – Online K–12 Tutor / Teacher – All Subjects (Remote). United States. Part-time, Mon–Fri, usually 8 a.m.–3 p.m. ET; semester commitment. Teach individual students or small groups online using provided lessons. Bachelor’s degree in education or a related subject required. Teaching or tutoring experience expected; teaching license preferred. Pays $25 per hour for up to 20 hours weekly; hours are not guaranteed.
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 – Tutor Educator Fall 2026 Cohort. U.S., excluding CA, IL, IA, MT, NH, ND, SD, DC, and Seattle, WA. Mon–Fri; at least three hours of consistent daily availability. Teach foundational reading skills through daily, 15-minute online sessions. Strong computer and communication skills required. Background and employment checks, plus possible fingerprinting required. Seven-week paid training. Pays $17.50 per hour during certification and $20 per hour afterward.
Wyzant – Online Tutor. United States. Flexible schedule. Choose online tutoring requests and help students understand subjects, prepare for tests, or learn new skills. Requires subject knowledge, a tutor profile, and approval through Wyzant’s application process. Applicants must live permanently and be physically located in the U.S. Tutors set their own hourly rates. Pay not disclosed.
Tutor Me Education – Test-Prep Tutor. TX, NY, NC, PA, IL, OH. Flexible schedule; availability during Pacific Time hours preferred. Help students prepare for exams through individual or small-group online lessons. Bachelor’s degree, experience supporting students’ educational needs, and strong online teaching skills required. Background check required. Tutors set and negotiate their hourly rates. Pay not disclosed.
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.