Novakid

My experience with Novakid was extremely disappointing and unprofessional. I would not recommend wasting your time applying here.

First, they constantly pressured me to finish onboarding quickly, even though they were already in the middle of a hiring freeze — something they failed to be upfront about. They acted as if everything was urgent, when in reality, there was no real need to rush.

They require teachers to open 15 hours per week during very specific time slots but give no guarantee you’ll actually get any bookings. You're expected to block off large portions of your time — making it unavailable for other jobs — while they make no commitment to provide you with work.

After agreeing that I could delay my start date due to relocation, they deactivated my account without notice. They left me completely hanging, with no communication, no clear answers, and no professionalism. I had to reach out multiple times just to figure out if they even still intended to hire me — and they still never gave a straight answer.

This company does not respect teachers’ time, energy, or commitments. Their lack of honesty, poor organization, and complete disregard for applicants is beyond unacceptable.

If you value clear communication, professionalism, or basic respect — stay far away from Novakid.

When I first joined NovaKid, it seemed promising. The company fostered a sense of community with resources like NovaCafe and seminars, giving the impression that they valued their teachers. At first, I genuinely felt part of a team.

Unfortunately, this positive experience quickly faded. The pay is very low, with nearly no benefits and no opportunities for raises, which can feel discouraging and unsustainable. They also have a frustrating teacher levels system. The system feels arbitrary, with unclear criteria and little room for fair advancement, which can be incredibly demotivating.

Additionally, they’re extremely strict with scheduling during the first three months, —a policy that makes it hard to balance this job with personal responsibilities.

The most disappointing part was how they handled the end of my contract. Without notifying me first, NovaKid told my students and their parents that I would be leaving, which I only learned after they were informed. When I confronted the company about this unprofessional treatment, I was told I would have to wait three days for a response. This level of disregard for basic communication and respect was shocking.

While NovaKid might seem supportive at first, the low pay, rigid teacher levels system, inflexible policies, and unprofessional management make it difficult to recommend. For teachers seeking a fair and respectful employer, NovaKid may not be the right choice.

Novakid was initially a fun company to work with. They do not discriminate against Native speakers of different countries. 

Work was typically fun and the students are kind. 

Overtime they became petty and would pick on unimportant things. They would send  one message praising your performance and in the same day another one saying you were slacking. 

They expectations were reasonable at first and over time got more and more petty. They do not consider whether your students enjoy you as a teacher, with Novakid what comes first is what they expect from you rather than whether your students like you and have fun and learn in your lessons. If they do not like you , they will remove you regardless of how full your students are. 

Conclusion if you are good at being a "teachers pet" this is a good company to work for.  

My day at work looks super smooth and easy reason being the ready on spot materials and the payment system as I get paid instantly after a lesson. What's a better way to start my day if not the smile of such beautiful kids. I have always enjoyed and loved being with kids so it kind of serves the purpose. 
Speaking about my learning, everyday I get to learn something new through teaching- be it technically or find various ways to teach because every student is different. Challenging days are fruitful and the biggest satisfaction comes from the growth and progress of the kids. The management is  great very supportive and helpful. I am not very aware of the workplace culture as I don't get to interact with other teachers however teaching the kids at NovaKids has been an experience of a life time. The hardest part is the easiest part and that is the most enjoyable part of the job. I would say seeing the progress of my kids is the most enjoyable part of the job.


Easy onboarding process – starting here was smooth and straightforward.
Supportive work environment – everyone is ready to help and offer guidance.
Flexible schedule – the remote position allows me to work from anywhere.
Opportunities for professional development – Novakid invests in its teachers.
Extra income – teaching here is both rewarding and beneficial, though continued improvements to the salary would make it even better!
Strong community – there’s a real sense of camaraderie among teachers and staff!
Novakid’s classroom is interactive and user-friendly, and the best part? No lesson planning required! I can focus entirely on teaching and connecting with my students. The work-from-home setup perfectly complements my lifestyle.

I work for Novakid for 2 years. The first year was great. Then they got more corporate, added teacher level systems and it was the norm to change our contracts every few weeks. They work hard to pay teachers as little as possible while charging parents a premium for you lessons. You are expected to be the best of the best. But you work under strict scrutiny and a unforgiving system that happily deducts from your pay everytime you sneeze wrong. I work there because I was desperate like so many, and I really needed the money. But since I left I've felt like a different person, which made me realize how unhealthy they were. If you can work somewhere else, then avoid Novakid if you can. Try Magic Ears or one of the others instead.


I have been working at Novakid for a year. Inexperienced teachers assign some students the wrong level, and then they get stressed that they are not progressing. When I got sick, Novakid took 200 dollars from my account. I was shocked. Some students took lessons from the car, the coffee shop, and the street. Not a serious institution. Teachers are given certificates to show they are qualified to teach. Then they are downrated to be paid less by the company. I was paid 3 dollars and then 2.85 for not performing well, while they still have me to teach 18 lessons from Monday to Sunday.

I have been working with Novakid since 2019, and over these seven years, the company has been a tremendous support to me, especially as a breadwinner. The opportunities I’ve had here have not only helped me provide for my family but also allowed me to grow as an educator.
So far, I have not received any negative feedback, which I believe reflects the kindness of the students I’ve taught and the professionalism of the Novakid staff. The students are respectful and eager to learn, and the staff are always approachable and easy to reach. This supportive environment has made my teaching journey both enjoyable and fulfilling.


My experience with Novakid was 7 months. Ive been an ESL teacher for almost 5 years now. I understand the business and the problems that easily arise with online classes. Novakid's policies towards teachers is the worst I've come across. Their English is so bad, the employees themselves are imposible to talk to, nor have any sympathy towards any situations. They don't appreciate the sacrifice and will take advantage in any situation. Highly suggest not wasting your valuable time with this platform. 

They pay native teachers $10 per hour and non-natives $6 per hour. I have also seen teachers stating to earn $4 per hour. They are probably making $20 per hour considering how much they charge the parents. There is never a raise and penalties are always deducted from your salary even when it is a technical problem that is not your fault. You are paid only half when you teach trial lessons. It is not sustainable in the long term, it is not worthy earning this salary when you have no benefits and no insurance. Do not apply! 

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