Polly English

Polly English, headquartered in Singapore, is an online English teaching platform specializing in one-on-one classes for students aged 3 to 18 across Asia. Using interactive courseware inspired by Oxford Thinkers, lessons are conducted through Polly English’s proprietary online classrooms, ensuring high-quality, high-interaction learning experiences that enhance students’ English proficiency.

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Polly English Overview:

  • Provides one-on-one teaching to students aged 3 to 18

  • Up to $24 USD/hour (Native) and ₱300 (Filipino)

  • Teach using proprietary courseware and online classrooms

  • Quick application process with high demand for teachers

Polly English Requirements

Polly English requires teachers to meet the following criteria:

Native Teachers:

  • Be a native English speaker from the USA or Canada

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher

  • Possess a teaching qualification certificate issued by local authorities

  • Hold an ESL certificate (e.g., TEFL, TESOL)

    • (Get on an online TEFL or TESOL through us for only $20)

  • Have over one year of teaching experience in local or international schools (including overseas international schools)

Philippines Teachers:

  • Be a fluent English speaker from the Philippines

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher

  • Possess a teaching qualification certificate issued by local authorities

  • Hold an ESL certificate (e.g., TEFL, TESOL)

    • (Get on an online TEFL or TESOL through us for only $20)

  • Have over one year of teaching experience

Polly English Salary

  • Native Teachers = $16–$24 USD/hour

  • Philippines Teachers = ₱65 - ₱300/hour

Polly English Class Type

Polly English classes are one-to-one, with a customized approach tailored to each student’s learning needs.

  • Interactive, high-quality courseware provided

  • Classes delivered via the Polly English APP

  • 30 minute classes

Polly English Student Age Range

Polly English caters to students aged 3 to 18 across Asia.

Polly English Minimum Hours

  • Teachers must commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week during peak teaching times.

  • Students can book as late as two hours before class start time.

  • Parents have the option of setting up recurrent bookings with teachers they like.

Polly English Peak Teaching Times

  • Weekdays: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM (Singapore Time)

  • Weekends: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Polly English Application Process

Polly English makes it easy to start teaching:

  1. Basic Information: Submit your basic info via this link.

  2. Device Test: Ensure compatibility with the Polly English APP.

  3. Demo: Applicants perform a short demo class showcasing their skills

  4. Training: Complete onboarding and training materials, mainly focusing on how to use the Polly English APP

  5. Documents and background check: Polly English will verify your degree and your teaching certificate. You then have to do a background check through an agency chosen by Polly English. They give you three days to initiate the check after you reach this stage. The background check results can take up to 10 days.

Polly English Reviews

Polly English is ideal for:

  • Native English teachers looking for flexible, high-paying opportunities.

  • Educators with a strong background in teaching and ESL certifications.

  • Teachers seeking students in the 3–18 age range, with tailored learning experiences.

Things to consider:

  • A degree, teaching certificate, and ESL certification are required.

  • Commitment to at least 10 hours of teaching during peak times is mandatory.

Polly English Technical Requirements

  • Software: Polly English APP

  • Hardware: Stable internet connection and a device with Intel Core i5 (8th Gen or above). Ensure compatibility through the company’s testing process.

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