Teaching English Online (with no degree) | Twenix Review

[@nickandraychel]

Thanks for watching this video! I've had so much fun jumping into this platform and teaching English online again. If you're looking to sign up with Twenix, use this link here to start earning $$ online: twenix.com/tweachers/?NRYT

[@swiftswift7632]

“Hey! Hope you’re doing well. I just wanted to ask, how long did you have to wait after submitting your video tasks?” I’ve also submitted my video and it’s been just over a week

[@MyLifeThai371]

That's awesome that they supply the lesson materials! That was the biggest challenge for me when I was an English teacher in Cambodia. The classes that had text books and work books were fun to teach, but then my other classes I had to do the lesson planning from scratch with no materials provided to me and it was so stressful.

[@nickandraychel]

Yes setting up lessons is a whole other ballgame!

[@ashleeugle2767]

Such a helpful video guys, thank you! I did have a few more specific questions so have reached out on another platform. Hope I might hear from you guys 🤗

[@swiftswift7632]

How long did you have to wait after you submitted your video tasks ?

[@Michael-kz1wh]

Can a teacher possibly have 6 to 8 classes in a day if they wish? I mean except in January and August. I'm a bit worried about the number of classes being too low. Is having 6 to 8 classes/day realistic? (3-4 hrs a day)

[@snowymuffin]

same question

[@tereraichipamuriwo8688]

I have 2 classes a day,i would like at least 8 classes but I don't know if they actually have classes

[@snowymuffin]

​@@tereraichipamuriwo8688​ what time do you open?

[@chasingtheAmericanDream]

What are the peak hours?

[@maccurls]

How long did it take for you to do the onboarding. It is taking me a little while to get through. Is there a time limit on it. I seem to be doing all the microcourses too etc is that correct should do that before you finish the onboarding.

[@katastrophe-25]

Could you share more about the pay rate for you when you first started? $10/hr CAD? More, less? Would be great to have a general idea! Thanks for the in-depth review

[@SeanReynolds1962]

Whiel my application is (still!!) pending, Twenix had mentioned US$12 per hour.

[@jennifermasters4166]

Curious when you open up your slots did they get filled super fast? On avrtage how many classes were you doing a day?

[@MixedMessages-nf2jr]

Great information, thank you! I'm Canadian + interested in getting my TEFL. (Do you recommend a TEFL over a TESL?) Where would you recommend I take my TEFL? Also, I do have a University degree in Social Work, so would prefer companies that pay more. Do you have recommendations for those? Sorry for all the questions, but you are so knowledgeable in this! ♡

[@nickandraychel]

Hey! It depends where you're planning on using your TEFL. We did our TEFL/TESOL with Oxford Seminars in Vancouver and it covered both qualifications. The program was not cheap, but it was an in-class program with practiced lesson demos, exams, etc. After taking it, we felt 1000% equipped to teach real kids in-class in Cambodia. That said, for online teaching, I find the TEFL hardly gets used as many of these platforms have lesson plans anyway and you don't have to come up with your own curriculum, design tests, mark exams, stand in front of a class full of 20 children, etc. So all of that being said, you can only just take a free TEFL online to qualify for a lot of online teaching programs if that's what you want to do. If you want to teach IRL, I would recommend and in-class TEFL or TESOL course (either will do).

[@MixedMessages-nf2jr]

@@nickandraychel thank you so much for taking the time to text that all out! That's so, so helpful! Love you guys + your channel!!

[@EmpressEmpress-53]

Hi Raychel. Can I use a Chrome book laptop for this job? ❓❓. Thank you

[@OnlineTeachersClub]

This video was very clear and well presented, could we share it on our blog?

[@kelsiwilliams8326]

On the application I saw a requirement to be a registered freelancer in your country? Is the something you had to do or have more info about?

[@SeanReynolds1962]

Yes, when I applied, they wanted to ensure that you're self-employed as you're not hired by the company, solely a sub-contractor.

[@cp0pippip]

Thanks for this video - I don't understand the chat and corrections aspect of Twenix, do I have to be on a chat while on a video call with a student?!

[@nickandraychel]

Yes it’s similar to Zoom where the chat is on the side of the screen

[@hyperionsama]

I’m curious what an hour (or two 26 minute classes) pays? I know you said it’s location dependant but is there an estimate? 20$ CAD or 17$ USD maybe?

[@dandiiiful]

I’ve heard an hour only pays 8 euros which is currently less than $9

[@maccurls]

Im in the UK and I was wondering can you tell me what time the classes can be in the day for UK. I want to work when my kids are at school so can you get lessons between 9am-3pm UK time do you know.Thanks

[@maccurls]

Also for the demo class what di you say you recorded it with? Also do you need to use headphones with a microphone for classes?

[@nickandraychel]

Hey you don’t need a headset for the classes as long as you have a quiet spot! I just recorded it with Photobooth on my MacBook! I’m sure you could just record it with whatever webcam you have or on your phone and then upload it. The lessons are usually in the mornings and evenings in Spain/Italy - I’m not sure how to calculate the time difference for the UK but people also do take classes mid day since the classes are often covered by their workplace.

[@sanjab9293]

How long does it take since you send video task until they get back to you?

[@nickandraychel]

About a week for me!

[@nicolebihag8964]

How many days did it took for them to reach you after sending the demo videos?

[@nickandraychel]

less than a week!

[@rachelb1749]

Hi. Is there a reason why they ask for proof of address?

[@nickandraychel]

I don’t know for sure but I assume it’s because your residency affects your pay.

[@DeKeysertess]

How about tax..

[@MrBobbyBrown2006]

Let's be really honest here. The pay is crap. It's less than minimum wage.

[@nickandraychel]

It depends on where you’re from and what your currency is. It’s more than minimum wage for Canadians! Because of the exchange rate it actually pays more than my old job in Canada and I can do it from home.

[@brettH7716]

@@nickandraychel Can you share what you got paid per class in CAD? That would help others assess whether it's a bona fide company. Thanks.

[@MyLifeThai371]

Last time I checked Federal minimum wage was $7.25.

[@brettH7716]

@@MyLifeThai371 That would be Canadian? Still very low. It equates to $8 Australian. Our minimum wage is $24 (or $21.71 Canadian).