Job description
Company: Nao Now
Location: Fully Remote
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Schedule: Part-time (10 hours per week minimum)
Compensation: Starting at $20.00 USD per hour
About the Role
Nao Now is looking for experienced and engaging educators who are familiar with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and approach to learning to support our young learners.
This is a fully remote, part-time independent contractor position where you'll teach 1-on-1 English lessons to children ages 5–12 using our structured, interactive curriculum. We're especially interested in educators who have experience working in IB schools or with IB programs, and who understand how to encourage inquiry, critical thinking, communication, and learner independence.
If you have experience with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) or other IB programmes and enjoy making learning meaningful, engaging, and student-centered, we'd love to hear from you.
No lesson planning is required. All curriculum and teaching materials are provided, allowing you to focus on delivering engaging lessons and helping students build confidence in communicating in English.
Key Responsibilities
Teach 25-minute, one-on-one online English lessons to children ages 5–12
Deliver engaging lessons using Nao Now's structured curriculum
Apply age-appropriate inquiry-based and student-centered teaching approaches when appropriate
Encourage curiosity, critical thinking, communication, and independent thinking
Connect classroom conversations to real-world topics and students' interests
Support students in expressing their ideas clearly and confidently in English
Create a positive, supportive, and interactive virtual learning environment
Provide thoughtful lesson feedback after each class
Maintain a professional, energetic, and encouraging on-camera presence
Schedule Requirements
Minimum of 10 teaching hours per week
Available during peak teaching hours:
Monday–Friday
5:30 PM–10:00 PM KST
Minimum 3-month commitment
Consistent weekly availability required
Compensation
Starting at $20 USD per hour
Paid per completed 25-minute lesson
Compensation based on qualifications, experience, and evaluation performance
All curriculum and teaching materials provided
Training session and onboarding are unpaid
Required Qualifications
Native English speaker
Bachelor's degree or proof of current enrollment in a bachelor's program
Experience working with children ages 5–12
Familiarity with International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes and teaching approaches
Strong understanding of student-centered and inquiry-based learning
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Friendly, engaging, and energetic teaching style
Reliable wired internet connection (minimum 60 Mbps)
Quiet, professional teaching environment
Headset (noise-cancelling preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
We're especially interested in candidates with:
Experience teaching in an IB World School
Experience with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Familiarity with the IB Learner Profile
Experience using inquiry-based learning approaches
Experience developing students' critical thinking and communication skills
Experience teaching internationally or working with culturally diverse learners
Previous English, ESL, or EAL teaching experience
Teaching certification or relevant education qualifications
Experience as an:
IB classroom teacher
PYP teacher
International school teacher
English or EAL teacher
Elementary school teacher
Homeroom teacher
Learning support teacher
Curriculum specialist
Educational coach or mentor
Technical Requirements
Wired ethernet connection
Stable internet connection (minimum 60 Mbps)
Computer less than five years old recommended
Professional, distraction-free workspace
Reliable webcam and headset
About Nao Now
Nao Now is an online English education platform serving young learners around the world. Founded by Ivy League graduates, we combine structured curriculum, interactive technology, and engaging instruction to help children become confident English communicators.
Many of our students are internationally minded and curious about the world around them. We're looking for educators who can bring an inquiry-driven, student-centered mindset into their lessons while helping students communicate their ideas confidently in English.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Nao Now is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors. Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria such as experience, qualifications, market conditions, and role responsibilities. We do not make compensation or hiring decisions based on race, nationality, gender, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.