TutorABC

I have been working for TutorABC for nearly 6 months now and I can honestly say it has been a bittersweet experience. 

PROS
 
it is possible to work up to 16 to 18 hours each day depending on the day of the week. This creates a sense of flexibility. Furthermore, there is no need to leave your home, you can wear the same clothes everyday and you can take breaks in between session. If you have an emergency you can leave the sessions that you booked without much of a hassle. 

You get the opportunity to meet Chinese natives and learn a bit about them and their culture as well as learn new information and possibly expand you own knowledge while teaching them the content. 

IT specialist are always there to support you during the sessions. There are buttons designated specifically for assistance and they respond in a timely manner. 

Students in adult classes are seemingly intrinsically motivated thus making the teaching and learning experience a rewarding experience.


CONS 

If you book a session it is not guaranteed that you will work during that time. This is especially the case during week days. For me the most ideal times to work is 12 Midnight until 6 A.M. and the schedulers sometimes implore you to book those hours as well as those are the times when most persons log into the system to learn.


If you are in a class 10 minutes before the session (as they strongly suggest that you do) and suddenly you lose connection or your battery dies or something beyond your control occurs one minute before the session starts. You will be removed from the session and marked as absent. 3 absences and you can get suspended for one week and possibly have your employment terminated. 


Sometimes the classes are saturated with 6 students and in worst cases they're all juniors. This can be torture. Some of them are echoing and too loud, some cannot hear you, some are not interested in being there, some do not want to participate and you're just literally counting down time. Junior students can be very friendly and enjoyable to work with half of the times. Then there are other times when you have to deal with a set of ill-mannered brats who are not interested in learning. 

They pay in my opinion does not suffice for the amount of work exerted. Especially for an experienced professional with numerous academic qualifications and certifications. The bonuses system is supposedly their way of incorporating employee incentives however it is simply the equivalent of a waitress working for tips. Sometimes when your students have poor connection or too many technical issues they can rate you as low as a one which unfortunately reduces your pay. 

NOTE: your base pay can vary depending on which country you are from. I realize that persons living in places such as Jamaica or Serbia get pay relatively lower than persons residing in the United States or London. 

Sometimes schedulers beg you to book sessions and even though you tell them that you are exhausted they still insist that you do one or two more. It is difficult to effectively teach a lesson in this state of drowsiness.

Every day with TutorABC is a fresh voyage connecting me directly with enthusiastic learners from China and Taiwan. As a professional consultant here, I get to witness firsthand the drive students have—whether it’s a curious young learner under 6 years old discovering English for the first time, a Chinese teenager prepping for competitive school exams, or a Taiwanese professional leveling up for business English success. They’re full of ambition and eager to bridge worlds through language.

What really sets TutorABC apart is its supportive and structured environment. The company delivers robust lesson plans and plenty of tech support—making it easy for me to focus on what I love: guiding students as they grow in confidence, fluency, and global curiosity. I can flex my schedule to fit life’s surprises and take advantage of in-depth training (plus, our teacher community is always buzzing with support and great ideas!).

Above all, the cultural exchange is incredible. I’ve shared laughs over language mix-ups, marveled at students’ progress, and felt immense pride at their achievements—like helping a nervous student nail their first English presentation or seeing a shy child gradually open up in class. TutorABC builds these bridges every day, and being part of it makes teaching feel rewarding and fun.

If you’re passionate about making real impact in learners’ lives and want a role that balances flexibility with genuine professional growth, TutorABC is the perfect hub. The blend of dynamic students, strong company support, and the thrill of teaching across borders makes every session worth it. Highly recommended for educators who want to turn every lesson into a memorable, global adventure!

I’ve worked for TutorABC twice — once a few years ago, and again more recently starting in 2024. The first time wasn’t great…Communication was quite poor and pay felt low for the effort. Overall I didn’t feel very supported or valued. So I left.

But when they reached out again in 2024, I decided to give it another try — and I’m glad I did. The company feels very different now. The communication has improved a lot, and I feel like a valued part of the team.

Some points to consider:

•The teaching platform is the best I’ve used so far — stable, modern, and easy for both trainers and students. 

•You get ratings from students, which really helps with personal growth.

•They offer flexible schedules, which is great, however, you have to choose a minimum of 5 peak hours every week and it’s not always during times that suit my schedule, so I have to work weekends.

•There are incentives and bonuses depending on your performance and experience, however it’s not a massive amount.

•There’s a fair bit of self-paced training, which is great for improvement, but can pile up if you're not on top of it. But those are manageable if you stay organised.

• All class materials are provided and they have different kinds of classes, with different lesson materials; some materials are excellent, however some are not sufficient enough to really add to the student’s learning and improvement.

Overall, this has still been my favourite remote teaching job. It's not just about starting and ending lessons— I actually feel part of something that’s growing with the times. Definitely worth considering, especially if you’ve tried TutorABC in the past and were unsure.

The main reason for working for this company as an online consultant would be the convenience of working from home and having some flexibiilty in setting a work schedule. 

However, I have never worked for a worse company than this when it comes to valuing its employees.

In the time I have worked for this company:
- I have not received any personal acknowledgement for my accomplishments, except form letters for achieving higher numbers of sessions taught.
- The company pays fast-food worker wages, but wants native speakers of English, preferably professionals who are willing to work for a low base rate, but receive "bonuses" based on the whims and fancies of the students, who can give you any rating they want, without explanation. This equals a professional working for tips.
- The company does not give annual wage increases nor any other benefits, whether regular or performance-based.
- They are constanty adding more and more conditions and requirements for their consultants with no corresponding compensation (including now having to work a minimum number of hours on the weekends and during peak hours).
-They do not provide any forums or means of establishing contact with other consultants (I suspect because they do not want to facilitate an uprising or mass resignation). Each consultant is entirely isolated from management and colleagues.

I would not recommend this company to anyone who considers him/herself a valuable, experienced professional. You will not be appreciated for what you are!
(I am currently seeking other online teaching options)

I have enjoyed working at Tutor ABC throughout the many changes I have experienced.  Although I can teach for more money hourly,  I really appreciate that Tutor ABC finds the clients, sets up the lessons on a proprietary server, and then collects payment.  In other situations, I was unable to work flexibly for many hours. 

I am just returning after a 2 year absence.  Tutor ABC is very strict with their rules and when I didn't teach for 3 months, I was kicked off their platform and my "lifetime hours" totaling between 4000 and 8000 were removed and need to be built up again.  I would not ever miss 3 months again.  This happened upon my father's passing.

That being said, I really enjoy having wonderful, eager, excited, and respectful students to teach.

I will also forever be grateful for Tutor ABC being a great part of my life during Covid when I consistently received enough classes to have full- time employment.

I find that Tutor ABC is really good to those teachers that they like and approve of.  

1 bad rating from a very young child can throw off your required " near perfect"  feedback score, causing a teacher to receive no classes so that is always a real risk.

Time will tell if I will be successful again at Tutor ABC.  I taught my first 2 classes yesterday and have not been scheduled today.  I fear that I was a bit rusty, but the lessons were very difficult to teach well as they were uninteresting and lacked substance.  I wish Tutor ABC would allow us to choose the classes we teach as they really have some fabulous classes and programs!  

Good luck to all!!  



What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part of working at the company is the well-structured teaching system that provides clear lesson frameworks, defined expectations, and consistent processes. This structure allows teachers to focus on quality instruction rather than logistics, making daily work efficient, predictable, and professionally rewarding.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part of the job is managing a high volume of back-to-back sessions during peak hours, which requires sustained focus and energy while strictly following lesson timing and performance standards.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment is professional, supportive, and highly organized. The culture emphasizes clear communication, accountability, and continuous improvement, while also encouraging collaboration and mutual respect among teachers and management. It’s a positive space where structure and guidance make it easier to focus on teaching effectively.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Each day followed a predictable teaching flow with structured lesson plans and clear objectives. I learned to manage time precisely and deliver content efficiently. Management ensured consistency across sessions and provided timely operational updates. The culture emphasized discipline, professionalism, and reliability. The most challenging part was adhering to strict time frames, while the most rewarding part was operating within a system that supported quality and clarity.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part of working at TutorABC  is the flexibility to build a schedule that fits their lifestyle, the professional development and support offered, and the positive interactions with students and colleagues.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part is the inconsistency in class bookings and income, along with occasional technical issues during live lessons. When classes fluctuate or platform problems occur, it can add pressure since attendance and student feedback still impact performance metrics, even when issues are outside the teacher’s control.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
As a teacher, I find the work environment professional and flexible. I enjoy the prepared lesson materials, supportive tutor community, and teaching motivated students from different backgrounds. While there can be occasional technical or scheduling challenges, the overall culture is positive and growth-focused.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day involves logging in for my scheduled classes, reviewing the lesson materials, and teaching one-on-one or small group sessions. Between classes, I prepare notes, review student feedback, and adjust my schedule as needed. The day is flexible and mostly focused on engaging students and delivering quality lessons.

The flexibility and variety of classes at TutorABC are definite highlights. You can teach adults or kids, and the scheduling allows you to fit classes around your life. The pay isn’t bad compared to other ESL companies in today’s market. One of the biggest strengths is the teaching platform — it’s the most advanced I’ve used, with smooth slide navigation, interactive tools, and great in-class features.

That said, there are drawbacks. There's a fair amount of unpaid training. While the training itself is useful, it would be fairer to receive some compensation for the time spent. The cancellation policy is also harsh. If you cancel within 24 hours — even for valid emergencies — you’re often shadowbanned, which means far fewer class bookings for weeks. Life happens, and this kind of penalty can feel unreasonable when cancellations are rare.

Another major issue is how management operates. Decisions are often made with little to no consultation or warning. For example, all teachers were suddenly told they had to wear blue — requiring many to go out and buy new shirts, sweaters, or jackets without any reimbursement. They also removed a popular teaching app without input from users, despite it being widely loved and relied upon. These kinds of top-down changes can make teachers feel undervalued and out of the loop.

In short, TutorABC offers a strong teaching experience and decent pay if you're consistent and rarely need to cancel. But the strict policies and unpaid requirements may be frustrating for some.

There are a lot of things I like about working at Tutor ABC. Many of the students are happy to take English classes. I have learned a lot of Taiwan and want to visit it because of the experience I've had with many of my students. Working remotely is a huge plus as well. 

However, there are a lot of problems that the company seems content with ignoring. The lesson plans are badly outdated compared to other online teaching platforms but they will blame the teachers for not making the classroom experience dynamic enough. 


I said I enjoyed teaching many of the students but sometimes there are instances where children simply don't want to learn but are forced to because they are in school. I have had a student admit that his classmates pretend there are technical issues or problems with the teacher so they can get out of the class and watch Youtube instead. This means you're stuck babysitting rather than teaching and the student can blame the teacher even though their intent was never to learn in the first place. 

Whenever you have an issue there isn't really someone you can directly talk to in a timely manner so you're stuck messaging the help center back and forth sometimes even days at time for issues that could literally just be solved in a minute if someone actually took the time to look at your concern instead of using AI like responses. It often feels like you're better off not reporting classroom issues otherwise you're exposing yourself to unfair backlash. 

The single best thing about this job is that you can schedule whatever hours you want, and as long as there are students, you'll be able to work. So it's very accommodating and flexible, and you get zero hassles from management so long as you follow the rules. In fact, you get the feeling that the company would much rather have nothing to do with you, if at all possible, other than having you teach during your scheduled hours and auto-paying you. It's a great setup if you're a loner and don't need the personal interaction with co-workers or a boss.

But the pay sucks. It's generally awful. It depends on the number of students you get, and the ratings those students give you. So whether you make $10 for a class or $30 depends completely on the good graces of your students. Sometimes you'll do a great job, and a capricious adolescent can decide to give you a terrible review and sink your pay. Another day, you'll do nothing exceptional and the students all love you and give you great ratings. It's so haphazard and hard to depend on. Connection issues can be also be very frustrating. As can scheduling -- sometimes you don't know if you are going to have any students until just moments before the class starts, so don't plan on going anywhere until then.

I just scratched the surface, really. Bottom line: The job offers a lot of flexibility in terms of scheduling and a lot of personal autonomy, but the pay is often pretty lousy.

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