FAQs for Teachers

Class Compass is a platform that connects independent teachers with students seeking online classes. It offers a searchable database for classes tailored to students' needs and allows teachers to reach more students.
To teach on Class Compass, you need to be an independent educator with your own content and website. Complete an application, agree to our terms, and comply with guidelines, including background checks and FERPA/COPPA laws. We will soon offer features for building and hosting classes directly on our platform.
Teachers manage their own payment processing without fees for listing classes. You pay a subscription to use our platform, which allows you to keep most of your earnings while connecting with students.
Upon enrollment, you provide students with a link or access to your student dashboard for logging into your classes.
You can offer a wide range of classes, including academic subjects, social activities, skill-building, and arts. Options may include coding, history, escape rooms, book clubs, and more. You can also offer classes for kids, teens, adults, families, 1:1, and more.
Credit availability varies depending on the student's state and institution. While Class Compass doesn't offer credits directly, students may be able to receive them based on their school's requirements. It's recommended that they reach out to their school for clarification.
If you're ESA certified in certain states, you may be eligible to accept ESA funds for your classes. Students interested in using ESA funds should contact you to inquire about meeting their state's ESA requirements.
Teaching on Class Compass supports your independence as an educator. You retain control over your content, keep most of your earnings, and run your own business separate from larger corporations.
Class Compass asks you to verify the credentials and conduct background checks on all of your teachers listed on the platform.
For consistency, we recommend using Zoom, as many students are familiar with it. Ensure it's installed on your laptop or desktop. A good microphone, headset, and camera setup are essential for online teaching. Note that Chromebooks may have compatibility issues with live online classes.
Specify any extra materials needed for your classes, helping students prepare accordingly.
Listings depend on your chosen advertising package, ranging from one class to unlimited.
Listing classes on Class Compass ranges from $10/month to $8000/year, depending on your chosen package. All packages ensure visibility on Class Compass.
No, unlike other platforms, we don't take a percentage or control your teaching methods.
You retain ownership of your content.
Maintain your website, keep listings current, conduct background checks for yourself and any teachers, and comply with federal and state laws.
Create a teaching website or have us create one for you. Choose your advertising package. Share your classes on social media. Prepare your lessons. Teach.