My Experience as an English Online Teacher on Preply | 3 MONTHS REVIEW | South African Tutor
In this video, I’m super honest(not that I haven’t been in my previous videos 😂 ) about my experience as an English Online teacher. I talk about, time schedules, bookings, cancellations, salary withdrawals, and the most important things to do as an English Online teacher who is just starting out.
ps: video has been edited into 2 PARTS, part two will be published soon. Press the NOTIFICATION BELL to stay updated 😊
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OTHER VIDEOS TO CHECK OUT | TEACHING ENGLISH ONLINE
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Hey Subies:) Thank you so much for watching this video, hope it's helpful. Comment belwo for any questions
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting accepeted :)
This is probably one of the most informative videos I’ve ever watched on KZread. Thank you so much for this
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Oooh wooow, I’m so glad you found it helpful 🙏🙏☺️
Thank you so much Mme for this detailed explanation I'm in the process of registration and hope i get approved This content is very helpful and an eye opener on what to look out for. Thank you again!🎉
@keraexcels
2 ай бұрын
Hey Noela, you are welcome. All the best with your applications and journey :)
I am so grateful I have come across your video. Im hooked.
@keraexcels
2 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you’re finding these videos helpful, thank you 🙏🏽
This Video was very helpful , im currently waiting for my application .❤❤
@keraexcels
2 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you found it helpful. All the best with your application 🙏🏽
I said you were a star in the previous video that I watched, I wish to retract that statement and confirm that you are a Superstar🤗 Best video I have watched regarding teaching online, clear and precise, thank you♥🌷
@keraexcels
11 ай бұрын
Hahahaha thank you so so much !!
Thank you Kera
The video is really helpful
Excellent video and information.
@keraexcels
5 ай бұрын
I’m glad you found it valuable Frank , thank you .🙏🏽😊
I love the way you explain everything. I also want to do online teaching.
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
😊 thank you so much
Thank you so much.
@keraexcels
11 ай бұрын
You’re welcom☺️☺️
So informative xxx
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sis, I'm glad:)
Thanks for your effort for this informative video. You are such a joy to listen to. Been considering this method of earning. But the elephant in the room for me has been loadshedding, nagana, during a lesson and the impact on your ratings. What has been your general work around loadshedding, during your lessons?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hey there Lehlohonolo, thanks so much. Yeah, it’s been such a stress & a bore actually Mara I’ve actually bought a UPS which has been a life saver
Hello, how did you link your introductory video? Was it through KZread or Vimeo? I’m sorry if talked about it in your previous videos😅
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi there , yes it was through KZread 😊 don’t worry , ask anything
Great video! Thank you. I have just submitted an application. If it is unsuccessful, can I apply again? What time zone did you use for South Africa? I used a European one, GMT +2 because I couldn't find South Africa.
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, yes I used Pretoria I think
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
I could register with GMT+2
@colourinmyrainbow
Жыл бұрын
Just to let you know... I WAS acceoted! Woo Hoo! and have just watched the Trials and Bookings section of this video as I prepare to start teaching. Thank you SO much for all your help... Truly appreciated 🙏
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@colourinmyrainbow oh my goodness Lydia such great news. I’m so happy for you & I pray all goes well. It’s going to me amazing
@colourinmyrainbow
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels Thank you!
Hi KERA, I'm still a newbie tutor on Preply and i had only 1 trial lesson. My profile score has reached 100% and I reduced my rate to $3 , but my profile position is still in the thousands. Any advises on what to do or what to improve please
@keraexcels
5 ай бұрын
Hi there, I think you’re profile will raise as you get students. That happens to me as well.
@mathapelogiven8606
5 ай бұрын
Alright I will see as time goes coz when I had my first trial, it was 306 then it suddenly moved to thousands
Hey great video, What is it that i would need to buy from canva
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hey Nomfundo, thank you so much. I’m not sure I understand your question
I am TEFL certified and am at Preply for about three months now. I haven't had a lesson yet and it's stressing me. I had my first student who wanted to book lessons with me, but it turned out he was a scammer. I also had s second student who messaged me and when I replied he didn't reply back. 😢😢 Can you help me please?
@praytraveleat210
5 ай бұрын
Apply at Cambly and sign up for priority hours. You will get lots of work!
I got approved on Preply past month ,,I haven't got any trial booked though I had one but the student cancelled because he failed to join the classroom.😭😭. I get messages and the students never get back to me nor book a trial lesson . I've realized that I delay to respond to messages. Any advices?? What's the best time to get students on Preply or reply faster to their messages?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi Kabi . Aah man, I know how that feels. Don’t stress about it , maybe try setting Preply notifications on your laptop or check for any messages every 30 minutes to an 1hr, I did this in the beginning. But, truth is at times , you could be busy and missing messages does happen 😉
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
So , if you get into your calendar , and press the availability settings , you’ll see like colour demarcations that indicate the best time for our times zones
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting approved 🥳 🎉🎉
@manonyanekabi9079
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ❤❤❤
Hey mommy.. your content is very helpful ... I am still doing my TEFL course i want to join the online teaching female 😊
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi Zenande 😃 I’m so glad you find it helpful. Oh that’s great, you don’t really need a certificate to teach on preply or italki but it surely is helpful though. All the best with it and your lessons on whichever platform you choose 😉😁
I am failing the connection test with Telkom network what can I do please
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hey Happy, I’m so sorry to hear about that. You’d have to change your network, is it possible for you to try with a different network?
I am preparing a video following this steps as we speak, or as you speak n I watch
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
That’s great, all the best for your application and lessons
@KBongsy
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels tnx👌
Waow! I enjoyed this video. I stopped teaching many years but this video has rekindled my passion for teaching once again. I am 54 and still love to teach. Can i?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, yes you definitely can 😃
I started applying on Italki but the problem is the internet connection, what do you use for good internet connection?
@keraexcels
9 ай бұрын
Hi there, I use Telkom, it’s also isn’t that great . Still looking for a better option
So I cannot wear my Eye prescription spectacles? How am I going to teach? Or it is just for the video intro?
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, no no for sure you can . What I meant was like Uhm Mzaza kind of glasses . Stylish kind of glasses
@nomkhosimlangeni9626
2 жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels Awesome Thank You... Just finished my TEFL certificate so I am ready to start, but not sure about my Laptop's specifications if they will meet streaming requirements but I am good to go
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
@@nomkhosimlangeni9626 when you do apply, they take you through like laptop camera testing + intent testing . I’m sure all will be good ✨❤️
@nomkhosimlangeni9626
2 жыл бұрын
Great Thank you so much KERA I really appreciate it
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
@@nomkhosimlangeni9626 you’re welcome 😄
Hie Sisi,hope you're good. I just want to ask if Teacher Record's Certificate is accredited enough for me to teach English online?
@keraexcels
8 ай бұрын
Hey Sis, I’m not really familiar with that certification, I’d suggest you maybe try find out from their website ( should they have one )if they are an accredited certificate. However, on these platforms , like preply as far I know , you don’t necessarily need a certificate
@MamaWamaTwins
8 ай бұрын
@@keraexcels Thank you so much Sisi for your response I really appreciate you taking your precious time for all of us who have got questions. I'm almost done with my TEFL now I just want to know if the Asus or Laptop or HP @Game for R6000 are the right laptops for this job or there's a specific one I should buy . I should buy a laptop with how many Ram,GB and Windows? Kindly assist.
@MamaWamaTwins
8 ай бұрын
I meant Asus,Acer and HP*
@keraexcels
8 ай бұрын
@@MamaWamaTwins oh yes , for sure 👌 you can whichever Laptop as long as the camera quality is good 👍
@MamaWamaTwins
8 ай бұрын
@@keraexcels Thank you so much Sisi Kera. For me to be able to teach during loadshedding what should I buy n where? Won't my network be interupted during loadshedding while teaching?
My application keeps saying unauthorised after I fill in the profile section.
@keraexcels
20 күн бұрын
Hi There , try connacting thier customer service
Hello I’ve just watched your video, and I really appreciate the content. My profile has been accepted on preply, but it’s been three days and no student yet. Can you give me some advice please? I really enjoy teaching and I think I’m qualified. But perhaps I don’t convey motivation on my profile. 😢
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hey there, no I mean if you're accepted that means your profile is good for Preply, it does take time at times to get students, maybe try decrease your price for a month then increase gradually :)
@veroniquembia2456
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels thank you, I will try this and I will try to follow your advice for a perfect video
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@veroniquembia2456 you’re welcome 😇
Can I link my PayPal account with my Nedbank account, or it can only be linked with an FNB account?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hey Princess , hope you’re well😊…I’m not really sure about Nedbank, I’ve linked a video I watched a while back regarding linking PayPal with our banks please watch that🤗
@PrincessT298
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels thanks you so much for your response 🤗🤗 I will definitely check it out
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@PrincessT298 you’re welcome 😉
Hi thank you for video ,which tefel company u done your course ,thank u
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Hi :) you are welcome. I did my course International Open Academy. Check out this link for more information kzread.info/dash/bejne/f5yWr7uAeLmne5s.html
I have just been approved. I don’t know where to begin. How do you get a trial?
@keraexcels
11 ай бұрын
Hey Nelly, congratulations on being approved 🎉 if you’ve opens your calendar, students will start booking automatically. Check my latest video , I’ve been explained in depth about trial lessons
I just got approved on Preply, I'm nervous as this will be my first time teaching online 😅
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations 🎉 It’s truly fun, trust!
@LubabaloSA
2 жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels what is an average monthly income and do get booking from 8am Jo'burg time?
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
@@LubabaloSA it depends on your rates hey, and yes it’s possible to get bookings at 8am
@Vunosontiku1576
Жыл бұрын
Yeeeeaaaay
@noelanumfor366
2 ай бұрын
Wow congratulations🎉🎉, I'm still in the process of applying Hope I get approved too 😊
Hey So Preply does it require TEFL certificate while applying?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi there, it’s beneficial to have it but not necessary
@ayandamzimba4125
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels thank you
I am so glad I stumbled upon your video. Now I am going to change my video all thanks to this super informative vid. Thank you so much! You are doing the Lord's work!
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you found this helpful and you’re most welcome all the best ❤️🔥🎉
How do i get student to pay to book for continuous lesson
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi there, they need to choose the monhtly subscriptions option.
I want to apply as a Part Time online teacher preferably. English
@keraexcels
2 ай бұрын
hey there, you can try it out
I have tried applying but the 6th level is not working
@keraexcels
4 ай бұрын
Hi there, not sure if I understand you
Good day, is ESL mainly for female teachers...?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hello Norman. No not at all
Thanks I just got accepted on preppy;my question is how much did you charge at first?and how is it going ?
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome :) I started @ $2, I would recomend you start @ $5( taking commission into consideration) I\ve been gradually increasing my prices, and the teaching experiences has been GREAT honestly.
@lancychifamba6097
2 жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels thank hun
@Vunosontiku1576
Жыл бұрын
Congrats and best wishes
@nhlanhlamabaso258
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels hi, I just got my tefl certificate, I wanted to check how much did you make your first month?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@nhlanhlamabaso258 Hey there,I made a decent amount hey it was not that high for the first month due to the amount of trial lessons
Hi Kera , thank you for your video, i just got my first student on Preply and they want to learn Business English, can you please give me some advice on how to plan the lessons, thank you
@keraexcels
8 ай бұрын
Hi Precious, congratulations on your first student 🎉🎉🎉 preply has Sesi me activities under their business english session. You can also ask the student what they want to focus on more for instance with me , if they want to focus on conversation more , I use I site called Engoo which has articles that we use in class for discussion purposes.
@preciousjimu9783
8 ай бұрын
@@keraexcels thank you Kera , you are so kind
@keraexcels
8 ай бұрын
@@preciousjimu9783 you’re welcome 😇
Are you still working there? How has it been going for you? I've been working online for another company for over 7 years but the scheduling is getting VERY unreliable. I'm looking into applying for other jobs and this one sounds interesting🤔. Do you teach people from all over the world or mainly certain countries/regions?
@keraexcels
9 ай бұрын
Hi Matt, yes I am. I’d say try out and see if it works for you. It can get a little tricky when it comes to bookings and having to change prices for certain students ( sometimes) I assume by 7 years you mean teaching online ? If that’s the case , I think you wouldn’t struggle in that case
@mattjones5817
9 ай бұрын
@@keraexcels Yeah, 22 years teaching and 7 online. Most of my experience is with Latin Americans. Do you get students from all over the world?
@keraexcels
9 ай бұрын
@@mattjones5817 yes I get students from all over, predominantly European and Asia
@mattjones5817
9 ай бұрын
@@keraexcels thanks for the help. Maybe we'll be colleagues in the near future😆
@keraexcels
9 ай бұрын
@@mattjones5817 hopefully 😂😊
Hi can you withdrew with preply every week
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Hi 👋 yes , this option is possible, it’s really up to you 😄
Is Fn b a bank in South Africa
@keraexcels
4 ай бұрын
Hi Victoria , yes it is.
How can I know that I am qualified? I am a teacher for 28 years already..
@keraexcels
Ай бұрын
Hi there , anyone can apply
Hi which WiFi do you use ?
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Hello :), I use Wifi from telkom
Cannot see Paypal link...you should pin it.
How long can I apply again after I got rejected?
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hello Yanel , I’ve also tried looking for this information but I was unsuccessful, maybe give it a week
@yaneliswakhoza5901
Жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels okay thank you
I keep getting trail lessons but no payed lesson it really fustrating
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
Hi Zonkeng. I’m so sorry to hear about that, Sometimes it’s due to students having other commits or time clashes, there are various reasons d
@zinkengmbetem9234
Жыл бұрын
so.what can i do to make student come for more lessons so i start recieving money too it frustrating you know
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@zinkengmbetem9234 try opening up your calendar , other than that I’m really not sure
@zinkengmbetem9234
Жыл бұрын
hello i want to that i hve started recieving money from preply
@keraexcels
Жыл бұрын
@@zinkengmbetem9234 oh that’s great. I’m glad it all worked out 😀
Lets be really real , im a preply tutor. Has any tutor experienced a student who booked you for a trial and played with themselves secretly and tried to request doing calls just for that ???? 🤮. The trauma i have
@jeneralboogie1843
Ай бұрын
happens on several teaching sites
So glad I found your videos they are so helpful . Can I please connect with you on Facebook please if you don't mind.
@keraexcels
2 жыл бұрын
Hey there, yes sure you can send a message on instagram ✨🙏
@okuhlediko7067
2 жыл бұрын
@@keraexcels Thanks girl will do.