ELA Teacher Career at Think Academy - $35/hr EdTech in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This role suits educators looking to transition into EdTech and online instruction — a rapidly growing sector. Teaching for a structured K–12 platform like Think Academy builds experience in virtual classroom management, curriculum delivery, and data-driven student feedback, all highly transferable skills.
Compensation analysis: At $35/hour for teaching hours plus $16–20/hour for non-teaching tasks, the blended rate across a 40-hour week is competitive vs. U.S. public school salaries (median ~$60,000/year), especially with the retention bonus upside. However, this appears to be a contractor-style arrangement — benefits like health insurance, 401(k), and PTO are not mentioned, which could reduce total compensation value versus a traditional salaried role.
Green flags:
- Regular professional development and teacher training included — good for continuous growth.
- Small class sizes (~10 students) allow meaningful instructional impact.
- Performance-based retention bonuses reward quality teaching.
Yellow flags:
- No mention of health insurance, retirement plans, or PTO — likely a 1099/contractor role.
- Weekend and evening scheduling requirements limit work-life balance.
- Semester-by-semester commitment may mean less job security than a staff position.
Best suited for experienced elementary ELA teachers wanting supplemental income, a career pivot into EdTech, or flexible remote work. It's a strong resume builder for roles in instructional design, curriculum development, or ed-tech product management down the line.
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Intended Start Date: ASAP
About Think Academy
Think Academy Online is a leading education technology company dedicated to providing high-quality K–12 supplemental learning services through innovative digital instruction. We believe that inspired teaching, thoughtful curriculum, and carefully designed reading experiences empower students to grow academically and confidently. Our programs are designed with research-based pedagogy and delivered by experienced educators.
About This Role
We are seeking passionate English Language Arts Content Teachers to join our online teaching team. The ideal candidates are experienced with elementary English instruction (particularly in the U.S. public/private/charter school context), skilled at teaching Reading, Speaking, and Writing, and committed to nurturing English literacy in young learners. You will help deliver engaging live classes based on Think Academy's ELA curriculum.
Interested in learning more about Think Academy and our ELA programs? Visit our website here: https://www.thethinkacademy.com/english
As an ELA Remote Teacher at Think Academy, your responsibilities include:
- Teach online ELA classes focusing on Reading & Speaking and Reading & Writing skills.
- Prepare and deliver well-structured lessons using Think Academy's curriculum resources.
- Actively engage and manage a virtual classroom of up to ~10 students.
- Grade student work, provide timely feedback, and track student progress.
- Communicate professionally with students and parents regarding learning goals and performance.
- Participate in regular teacher training, curriculum discussions, and professional development.
What We're Looking For:
- Native-level English speaker with excellent command of American English.
- U.S. public/private/charter school ELA teaching experience preferred (1st–4th grade focus ideal).
- Bachelor's degree (any field) required; Education/ELA/English majors preferred.
- Strong understanding of elementary reading instruction, literacy development, and writing support.
- Comfortable with online teaching technology and virtual classroom management.
- Enthusiastic, student-centered, and able to inspire young learners.
Pay & Benefits Structure:
- Base Pay: Starting from $35 USD per teaching hour.
- Non-Teaching Fee: $16–20/hour; includes class preparation and after-class services such as grading homework, replying to parent messages, periodically giving feedback, etc.
- Retention Bonus: Teachers are eligible for a student retention bonus (performance-based incentive tied to class retention).
- Additional compensation for lesson planning, training, and teacher development may apply.
Work Schedule:
- 40 hours per week, with classes often scheduled in afternoon/evening hours (U.S. time zones) and weekends.
- Commitment to at least one full semester (Spring/Summer/Fall) preferred.
Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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