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english as a second language teacher

Accent Advisor

I had worked teaching English previously but helping people with their accents (the actual mechanics/mouth positions) was absolutely foreign to me. The material given to the teachers is so helpful and structured it really takes the pressure of the teacher and the class is super dynamic. Their are multiple resources available for each class (e.g. Worksheets, powerpoint, and practice sheets) that make it easy to fill up the 25 minute class and each of those tools might be more useful for different types/ages of students. The students tend to be serious educated individuals and see great value in the work/help you give. I was nervous at first that it would take a LONG time to get a reasonable amount of classes but I got close to 30 classes (15h) within the first couple weeks. Some students drop out through no fault of your own and that can be frustrating because I feel like I haven't got any new offers for classes recently. My students are work professionals from all over the world and that is definately a pro to this job, working with such a variety of students keeps things interesting.

Working with motivated adults is great! I had an excellent working relationship with most all of my students. 

Management doesn't have any way to pick favorites. Your success is soley based on if your students stay with you.  Everyone will have roughly the same number of students who lose steam... So it's a very fair rating system.  Better teachers get first pick for new students. 

Scheduling class time for students with a busy life can be a challenge (this is your responsibility to work directly with the students to rearrange times if necessary).  But the policies are fair enough and coaches have the option to be as strict or flexible as they see fit.

Pay is fairly competitive. And every 500 hours of teaching gets a dollar an hour raise!

The training and knowledge shared are top notch. But no matter how you approach it coaching accent can be a huge challenge.  If you are excited to learn and up for the challenge this might be the place for you. 

Since the beginning, I have always felt supported by the wonderful team behind Accent Advisor. From HR, Customer Service to their Head Coach, everyone is always available to help! They are easy to contact and have multiple channels: email, chat or booking a one-on-one session. We also have occasional virtual meetings with all the coaches where we get to bounce back and forth ideas on what's working or not working. In addition, we have an on-going Coach chat where anytime you get stuck or have a question you post it on there and someone answers quickly! You never feel alone in this job. Lastly, the material provided to you as a coach is easy to follow and customize. You even get videos explaining how to teach each lesson. Not to mention the wonderful students! They are always ready to learn and the relationships you build with some of them make this job so rewarding. In conclusion, this is a great company to work for.

I have been working for Accent Advisor since 2020. I love my students, they are so diverse, interesting and focused. There is a lot of material to choose from and they are always adding more. The material is also easy to use, the students really enjoy it. It's amazing to see how much the students benefit from the classes. It is very satisfying and rewarding. The company does not micromanage but gives tons of support when needed. They respond very quickly to any questions you have or problems you are having and offer additional training. You choose your own own schedule - you choose which students you want to work with, they don't choose you. It can take some time to build up your schedule depending on  your availability, but it's worth the wait! Fair pay rate and guaranteed raises!

Accent Advisor is constantly posting for new ESL Tutors.  Why?  Their requirement is that their tutors speak with a neutral, North American accent emphasizing good pronunciation.  Okay.  Then why do most of the people that interview/staff the company have a PRONOUNCED non-Native English accent that is NOT neutral?  How does a non-native English speaker decide who is a good tutor candidate.  I and a few a my friends have briefly worked for them and Accent Advisor is doing something wrong.  There is a constant turnover in tutors and the company is very poorly managed.  Don't waste your time going through the process and then being disappointed by their promises and expectations.  The people who run this company are misrepresenting what your position will be and how you will be accessed.  Stay away!

I have been working with Accent Advisor for years and I couldn't be happier with my experience. This online platform has created a positive and supportive environment for both teachers and students alike. Interacting with the students is very enjoyable. They are not only enthusiastic about learning but also genuinely engaged in the material. Accent Advisor's material is easy to use, effective and new worksheets are always becoming available. Payments are received quickly and without any hassle. Very flexible schedule, no penalties for teacher cancellations or connection issues. Highly recommend Accent Advisor!

I’ve been working with Accent Advisor for a while now and honestly, it’s been such a good experience. The flexibility is probably the best part, I can work from home or pretty much anywhere in the world as long as I have internet. The pay is fair (starting rate $16 USD) and I really appreciate the automatic raises every 250 teaching hours. The materials they provide are really solid too, which makes lessons easier to plan and more enjoyable to teach. Really cool students! Admin is super supportive and always quick to respond if you need help. The overall culture here is positive and encouraging, and I genuinely feel valued as a coach.  I’d definitely recommend it. Most of the students live in the US, so the summertime is slow, many students are on vacation.

I have little to say about the management as they're not micromanagers and not involved in your daily work. I've reached out to them on a few occasions with questions about process or specific problems I have addressing a client's accent issues. They've always responded the same day. The work itself is interesting and quite satisfying. The clients are all adult professionals in many industries and I've enjoyed working with and getting to know all of them. Coming from an ESL background, there's still a learning curve and I've enjoyed going over all of their curriculum which is thorough and laid out in a very useful way. 

It's a highly specialized job, so it's not for everyone. But, if you have the needed experience and skills, it's a great place to work. I get to know people from all over the world, not just meet them, but get to know them. The students can stay with you as long as they subscribe to the service, which could be months or even years. Also, since the classes target advanced learners, their conversations and individual learning needs are varied, which makes it exciting. I love that every class is different and challenging in its own way. I get to talk with doctors, lawyers, geneticists, actors, etc. -helping each of them with their unique communication goals.

Working at Accent Advisor has been an incredibly rewarding experience, both professionally and personally. The flexibility of remote work allows for a work-life balance that is hard to find in many other jobs. Being able to set my own schedule means I can work when I am most focused and creative.
The company culture is supportive and collaborative. I've found that my supervisors are always willing to share their knowledge and expertise, and there's a real sense of community among the staff. This collaborative environment fosters a great space for learning and growth, not just for the students we tutor, but for us as well.


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