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Elevate K-12

Elevate K-12 is a staffing company with an online platform that brings live, virtual instruction into K-12 bricks and mortar classrooms across the United States.

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Elevate K-12 Jobs Overview

  • Staffing company that hires teachers as independent contractors to to teach live, virtual lessons in real bricks and mortar classrooms

  • Teachers must be U.S. state-certified

  • Students from kindergarten to Grade 12

  • Group classes

  • Earn $29 - $51 USD/hour

  • Teach during regular school hours

Elevate K-12 Teaching Requirements

To become an Elevate K-12 teacher, you must meet the following criteria:

  • U.S. state-certified teacher

  • Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. institution

  • U.S. work authorization (U.S. address, phone number, and bank account for payroll/tax purposes)

  • Teachers with expired certifications or those without U.S. certifications are not eligible.

  • Note: Elevate K-12 cannot hire teachers from outside the U.S. unless they have U.S. work authorization.

Elevate K-12 Salary

Salaries vary by subject and grade level, ranging from $28.80 to $51.80 USD/hour.

Here are some examples from active job listings (at the time of publishing this page) on their site:

  • High School ESL (Grades 9-12): $36 - $41 per teaching hour

  • High School Math (Grades 9-12): $42 - $48 per teaching hour

  • Special Education (Grades K-12): $42 - $51.80 per teaching hour

  • Computer Science (Grades 7-12): $39.60 per teaching hour

  • French (Grades K-12): $28.80 - $31.20 per teaching hour

Elevate K-12 Class Type

Elevate K-12 offers live, synchronous classes with:

  • Students in physical classrooms across the U.S.

  • Teachers engaging via a live-streamed classroom platform

  • Teachers selecting the classes that match their expertise and schedule

  • Limited lesson planning (most content is auto-graded, but some grading may be required)

  • No need to create your own lesson plans—Elevate provides all curriculum

Elevate K-12 Student Age

Elevate K-12 teaches students across a range of grade levels:

  • Grades K-12

  • Students are in regular brick-and-mortar classrooms

  • Teachers can select classes based on their certification and subject expertise

Elevate K-12 Minimum Hours

  • Average Work Hours: 20 hours per week

  • Teachers are expected to be available for at least a 3-hour block between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday

  • Flexibility: You can choose how much (or little) you work, but consistency is expected during school hours

Elevate K-12 Peak Teaching Times

  • Peak Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST

  • No After-School Hours: Positions are only available during regular school hours

  • School Year: Most programs follow the traditional school year calendar (August-May), but mid-year positions are sometimes available

Elevate K-12 Hiring Process

The steps to join the Elevate K-12 teacher network:

  1. Apply for an open teaching position that matches your qualifications

  2. Interview and complete a live assessment with an Onboarding Coordinator

  3. Sign contract to join the Elevate Teacher Network

  4. Complete onboarding and training with support from an Onboarding Coordinator

  5. Select classes that align with your qualifications and schedule

  6. Start teaching—with dedicated support to help you succeed

Elevate K-12 Reviews

Teachers who work with Elevate K-12 often highlight several key benefits, as well as a few challenges to consider. Here’s a look at the pros and cons:

Pros

  • Flexibility in Scheduling:
    Teachers appreciate the ability to choose the classes that fit their schedules. You can decide how much or how little you want to work and adjust your availability to match your personal life.

  • Work-from-Anywhere Opportunity:
    As long as you have a quiet, professional space and reliable internet, you can teach from anywhere—whether it’s your home, a café, or while traveling.

  • Supportive Team Environment:
    Elevate K-12 provides a strong support system, including an onboarding coordinator who helps you get started and ongoing assistance as you teach. Teachers also have access to professional development opportunities.

  • Minimal Administrative Work:
    With pre-built curriculum and auto-grading for most subjects, Elevate K-12 allows teachers to focus more on engaging with students rather than spending time on paperwork.

  • Collaborative Culture:
    Many teachers enjoy the sense of community within the Elevate K-12 network. With a focus on student engagement and professional growth, Elevate helps teachers connect with peers and stay motivated.

Cons

  • No Full-Time or Benefits Options:
    All positions are part-time contractor roles (1099), which means no benefits such as health insurance or retirement contributions. If you’re looking for full-time work or benefits, this may not be the right fit.

  • Limited Class Availability:
    While teachers can select their classes, opportunities are only available during standard school hours (8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST). This may be restrictive for teachers seeking evening or weekend hours.

  • Not Suitable for Teachers Without U.S. Certification:
    Elevate K-12 requires teachers to be U.S. state-certified, and they cannot hire international teachers unless they meet specific U.S. work authorization requirements.

  • Hourly Pay Variability:
    While pay can be competitive, rates vary depending on the subject area (e.g., Special Education, Math, ESL). Teachers should be prepared for potential variability based on their specific certification and subject matter.

  • Tech Issues:
    Although Elevate K-12 provides a tech platform with support, some teachers report occasional technical difficulties with the live-streaming system, which can be challenging during lessons.

Elevate K-12 Technical Requirements

To teach remotely with Elevate K-12, you will need:

  • A reliable internet connection

  • A quiet, professional environment for teaching

  • A user-friendly platform with tech support for smooth lessons

  • Classroom Coach available during class to assist with student tech issues

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