Remote ESL teacher - Weekend Availability

October 6, 2026

Teach online at Cosmo 1:1! Join Cosmo 1:1 (formerly ClassUp), the premiere online learning platform that connects K-12 students in the US, Canada, and across Asia with tutors from top Universities and Colleges for personalized lessons. As a tutor for Cosmo 1:1, you will have a flexible and consistent schedule that you set. For this role you'll be teaching ESL students based in Singapore and Hong Kong using the Cosmo curriculum. This is the perfect opportunity for experienced educators to connect with students in an after school setting. You will meet with your students at a set time each week for 50 minute 1 on 1 lessons. As a Cosmo 1:1 tutor you will build a welcoming and fun learning environment for your student as you help them grow. It is important for our teachers to be reliable role models for our students who come to class well prepared, on time, and with a passionate and kind demeanor. This is an independent contractor position. The pay rate for this position is $20 USD per class plus additional incentives. Cosmo Teacher Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide personalized 1 on 1 instruction for your students</li><li>Update your availability in the Cosmo App in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare appropriate lesson materials for the student's age and ability</li><li>Submit Class Feedback after each lesson</li><li>Communicate with parents and students in a professional manner</li><li>Attend all classes on time and in a professional setting</li><li>Communicate with Cosmo staff</li></ul> Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree</li><li>3 years of experience teaching grades K-12 in ELA</li><li>Experience with K-12 ELA standards and curriculum</li><li>Experience teaching ESL learners</li><li>Teaching qualification preferred but not required</li><li>Fast and reliable internet connection and access to a Windows or Mac PC with a minimum CPU of 6000</li><li>Able to commit to a minimum of 6 months of teaching with Cosmo 1:1</li><li>Available between 8 AM - 2 PM GMT on Monday through Friday or 5 AM - 2 PM GMT on the weekends</li><li>Minimum of 20 hours of availability on a weekly basis</li><li>Access to a private and quiet location</li><li>Passion for helping students learn</li><li>Currently located in the UK</li></ul> Cosmo 1:1 Teachers are: <ul><li>Approachable: They are able to build rapport and make students feel comfortable in an online classroom environment. Students feel comfortable approaching our teachers with questions and make them feel relaxed throughout class.</li><li>Patient:They take the time and effort to make sure students understand the complex subjects and materials at whichever speed is required by the student.</li><li>Adaptive: They are able to tailor the lesson and environment to each individual student, their needs and learning capabilities.</li><li>Considerate: They have the emotional intelligence to understand when a student is feeling discouraged and can then build up their confidence from there.</li><li>Enthusiastic: They are passionate about education and have a contagious energy that makes for a fun environment for the students.</li><li>Reliable: They come to class on time, prepared, and ready to tackle the students needs.</li></ul>

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