Online English Tutor

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 207,000 - 413,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work

Global students

Supportive teaching community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Online English Tutor to provide virtual academic support to students in Upington and globally. You will deliver one-on-one or small-group sessions online, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational fluency.

The role enables remote work with flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate. A degree in English or related field and experience teaching English as a first or second language are preferred. Join a supportive online teaching community.

Qualifications

• A degree in English, Linguistics, Education, or a related field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring English as a first or second language.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Familiar with online teaching platforms and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate learners remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging online English lessons tailored to individual or group needs.
• Improve grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Develop customized lesson plans and assessments for online delivery.
• Provide feedback and track student progress.
• Maintain professional communication with students, parents, and platform admins.

Skills

Teaching English

Online tutoring

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in English / Education

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and articulate Online English Tutor to provide virtual academic support to students from various backgrounds in Upington and beyond. This role focuses on enhancing students' English language proficiency, including grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing skills, and conversational fluency. You will work remotely, delivering personalized one-on-one or small group sessions through an online platform, adapting your teaching style to meet individual learning needs and goals. This is an excellent opportunity for educators who are passionate about language and enjoy the flexibility of remote work, contributing significantly to students' academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging online English lessons tailored to the specific needs of each student or group.
• Focus on improving grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Develop customized lesson plans, exercises, and assessment materials for online delivery.
• Provide constructive feedback and track student progress, offering encouragement and support.
• Maintain professional communication with students, parents, and the platform administrators.

Requirements

• A degree in English, Linguistics, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience in teaching or tutoring English as a First or Second Language.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with online teaching platforms and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to motivate learners remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for online tutoring sessions.
• Flexible working hours, allowing for a strong work-life balance.
• The convenience of working from home, eliminating commute time.
• Opportunities to connect with a diverse range of students globally.
• Access to online teaching resources and a supportive virtual community.