This role is exclusively for native English speakers who hold citizenship in the US, Canada, or the UK. Please do not apply if you do not meet this requirement, as we will be unable to consider your application.
Overview
Do you love working with kids and have a confident, engaging presence on camera?
Nao Now is hiring dynamic and enthusiastic mentors to teach English online to students ages 5–12 in South Korea. You’ll lead fun, 25-minute, 1-on-1 lessons designed to help each child feel confident and excited about learning English. Our interactive curriculum is fully built — your job is to bring it to life on screen and make each class engaging and memorable.
We're looking for mentors who bring warmth, energy, and creativity to every session. This is an independent contractor position.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Lead exciting, play-based English lessons
- Use your creativity and communication skills in a fun educational setting
- Teach students from South Korea — all from the comfort of your home
- Flexible scheduling that works with your availability
- Follow a ready-made curriculum — no prep required, just your personal touch
Compensation
- Starting at $20.00/hour
- Compensation based on performance and experience
- Paid per completed 25-minute lesson
- All lessons are pre-planned — no prep required
- Note: Training and onboarding are unpaid
Requirements
- Native English speaker
- A Bachelor’s degree or proof of enrollment in a BA program
- Strong on-camera presence and enthusiastic energy
- Comfortable working with children ages 5–12
- Make sure to have a headset—noise-cancelling is a plus!
- Reliable internet connection (at least 100 Mbps) with an ethernet cable (wired connection required) and a quiet teaching environment
- Ability to teach at least 10 hours per week
- Minimum three-month commitment
- Bonus if you have experience in teaching, tutoring, coaching, performing arts, or youth-related work
How to Apply
Please submit a short video (5–7 minutes) introducing yourself and teaching a short sample lesson.
👉 VIDEO SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
(YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive — make sure it’s viewable!)
We’re looking for mentors who can bring energy, warmth, and creativity to the screen — no acting background required, just a love for kids and great communication skills!
About Nao Now
Founded by Ivy League graduates and designed to make learning fun, Nao Now is a top-rated online English platform serving young learners in South Korea. We blend interactive lessons with gamified tools and a global team of mentors to deliver a premium, engaging learning experience.
Top Skills
What We Do
Join Nao Now, an edutainment platform teaching the world's children to speak English. We're inviting passionate college students or experienced ESL teachers like you to join our team, helping learners gain the confidence to speak and think in English.
Joining Nao Now offers:
-Knowledge Sharing: Inspire and transform lives with your English skills.
-Flexible Scheduling: Balance teaching with college commitments.
-Competitive Pay: We value your time and expertise.
-Career Growth: Explore professional development opportunities.
To apply, visit our website, and fill out the application form: https://www.naonow.com/apply-to-be-a-mentor. We'll review and contact you for a follow-up interview.
You're not just teaching English at Nao Now; you're unlocking the world for students globally. We look forward to your application!
