SkimaTalk

SkimaTalk is a Japanese-based teaching marketplace where teachers create a profile and students can book them through the software. Classes are conducted through Skype video chats. Classes can be conducted any time, 24/7.

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SkimaTalk Overview

  • No degree required

  • No teaching certificate required

  • Must be a native English speaker

  • Minimum = $16 USD/hour, Maximum = set your own rate

  • Teach mostly adults

SkimaTalk Class Type

  • 25 mins

  • 1 on 1

SkimaTalk Age range

  • Mostly adults

SkimaTalk Requirements

  • Must be a native English speaker

    • Prefers teachers with American, British, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, and/or Irish English accents.

  • Teaching experience not necessary

  • Teaching certificate not necessary

To retain their profile on SkimaTalk, teachers must maintain:

1) a student rating score of 4.5 or higher
(2) Lower than a 10% cancellation ratio
(3) Lower than a 5% no-show ratio
 

SkimaTalk Minimum Hours

  • You can teach as many or as few sessions as you choose.

SkimaTalk Pay

  • Minimum = $16 USD/hour

  • Maximum = set by the teacher

    • New teachers must initially conduct three free sessions.

    • After the three free sessions, the teacher’s rate will automatically change to $8/session (25 minutes).

    • After the rate has been automatically set, teachers will be able to set their own rate of pay.

    • Teachers are paid via PayPal once a month

  • SkimaTalk takes a 20% commission on teacher earnings
     

SkimaTalk Peak Teaching Times

  • Anytime, 24/7

SkimaTalk Application Process

1. Sign Up

Complete the online application form (link button below).

2. Teacher Profile

This process involves filing out your basic information, your interests, your teaching specialties, as well as uploading a professional profile photo and teaching introduction video.

3. Testing

Teachers are required to read some guidelines about teaching on the platform and write a simple test.

4. Approval

 Teachers are who are approved will receive an e-mail within 10 business days after the application.

SkimaTalk Technical Requirements

  • A working desktop, laptop or mobile device

  • Google Chrome

  • Skype

A quality headset and a fast internet connection will help get good student ratings and return customers.

SkimaTalk Reviews

Pros:

  • SkimaTalk is a great option for native English speakers without formal teaching credentials, allowing a wider pool of teachers to join.

  • Teachers can work as much or as little as they want, offering flexibility to fit around other commitments.

  • Starting at $16 USD/hour with the potential to set your own rate after the initial phase. This gives teachers control over their earnings.

  • SkimaTalk offers 24/7 teaching slots, which is ideal for those wanting to work at various times of the day, including evenings and weekends.

  • The process is straightforward with no major qualifications required, and approval is quick (within 10 business days).

  • The platform doesn't require teaching experience or a degree, making it accessible to many new teachers.

Cons:

  • New teachers must conduct three free sessions, which can be time-consuming without pay.

  • After the free sessions, teachers are automatically assigned an $8/session rate (for 25 minutes) before they can set their own pay rate.

  • SkimaTalk takes a 20% commission on earnings, which can reduce take-home pay.

  • Teachers are required to maintain a 4.5 rating, with a low cancellation and no-show rate, or risk losing their profile, which may add pressure to maintain perfect attendance and performance.

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