New Remote Jobs + More For Wednesday, August 27th
Good morning! Here are your remote job updates for today.
If you have a natural talent for spotting grammatical errors and misspelled words in text, you might make a good proofreader. And this is something you could do full-time or just as a side-gig.
While companies that hire proofreaders will often require a lot of past work experience, you do NOT have to have it to strike out on your own. You just have to have the ability.
As a proofreader, it's possible to earn as much as $30 an hour (or more) for your services, so you can make very good money provided you have paying clients.
The e-course that is recommended after the webinar was originally created by Caitlin Pyle who replaced her 9-5 office job with a proofreading side gig that ended up earning her over $43K a year.
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The Newest Remote Job Openings
Neighborly – Quality Assurance Specialist. Full-time. Remote (U.S.). Support Rainbow Restoration program work by reviewing invoices for accuracy, troubleshooting software issues (Xactimate, XactAnalysis, DASH, MICA, Symbility/CORELOGIC, Mobile Claims, QA Assist), and providing training and liaison support between franchisees and program customers. Duties also include ensuring customer satisfaction, assisting franchise consultants, and handling inquiries or complaints. Requires a high school diploma/GED (some college preferred), strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), business math competency, and excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities. Two years of related experience preferred but not required. Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience. Includes equity, annual bonus opportunities, paid time off, holidays, wellness programs, and other benefits. Monday–Friday schedule.
Pleio – GoodStarter. Flexible, work-from-home opportunity providing encouragement and support to patients managing chronic conditions through the GoodStart Program. No selling or cold calling—calls are made in partnership with pharmacies to help patients stay on track with their medication routines. GoodStarters enjoy flexible scheduling (including mornings, evenings, and weekends), remote work culture, and a supportive community. Compensation is based on an hourly activity rate plus incentives and performance bonuses, with higher earning potential for flexible availability. Training is self-paced through GoodStartU, and a training bonus is available after completing 60 hours of calls with strong QA scores.
Roadie – Customer Support Specialist. Full-time. Remote (U.S.). Provide phone, email, and text-based support to Roadie’s delivery community, addressing questions, troubleshooting issues, and monitoring in-progress deliveries. Requires 1+ year of customer service experience (tech or logistics preferred), strong communication skills, ability to problem solve quickly, and comfort working evenings, weekends, and holidays. Experience with Salesforce a plus. Pay includes competitive salary plus 100% company-paid health insurance, 401(k) with match, tuition and student loan repayment assistance, monthly WFH stipend, generous PTO, and monthly 3-day weekends. Training begins September 22 (mandatory four weeks).
YouGov - Survey Respondents. This is a survey panel that has been around for quite a number of years. They are always needing new panelists to provide their opinions on interesting topics (mostly current events). They do pay and offer a lot of different options for payment including PayPal, bank transfer, Amazon cards, and more. They are open to the US and UK, and you need at least $15 worth of redeemable points in your account to be able to withdraw your earnings.
Tandem Diabetes Care – Inside Sales Specialist 1. Full-time. Remote (U.S.). Handle inbound and renewal sales for Tandem’s t:slim X2 insulin pump, providing product education, addressing patient concerns, verifying insurance, and coordinating shipments. Requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), 1+ year in sales support or telesales (medical device/tech preferred), strong phone communication, multitasking skills, and CRM proficiency; diabetes knowledge a plus. Schedule is Mon–Fri, start times 5–9 AM PST with equipment provided. Pay is $20–$22/hour + incentives (bonus/commission), with additional equity, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, 10 holidays, and minimum 20 PTO days.
IXL Learning – ELA Content Writer (K–5). Freelance (1099). Remote (U.S.). Create engaging elementary language arts content for grades PK–5, including reading comprehension passages, writing activities, and question sets. Duties include researching age-appropriate topics, writing original passages, crafting questions/answers, and adhering to Chicago Manual of Style and IXL guidelines. Requires BA/BS (English, creative writing, or related field), exceptional writing and grammar skills, strong research/critical thinking, efficiency with multiple projects, and prior professional writing experience (educational or children’s content preferred). Teaching/education background is a plus. Initial contract is 3 months with possible extension.
LitCharts – Freelance Writer. Freelance. Remote (U.S. only). Contribute to LitCharts’ collection of 1,500+ literature study guides by analyzing and explaining works of literature with insight and clarity. Writers should have a strong academic background in literature and the ability to produce clear, engaging analysis for a broad audience. Ideal candidates can commit to at least one guide per month (~10–15 hours/week). Compensation varies based on length and difficulty of the work. Applicants must be legally authorized to work full-time in the U.S. To apply, send a resume and two literature-focused academic writing samples (minimum 5 pages each). Flexible schedule and location.
Tellwut - Survey Respondents. US and Canada. This is a fun survey panel with short polls and surveys you can take to earn cash and gift cards. Highly rated by Survey Police. Currently they are needing people in the US and also Canada to sign up.
Engoo – Online English Tutor. Freelance. Remote (worldwide). Teach conversational English to students across the globe from the comfort of your home. No teaching experience required—Engoo provides lesson plans and 24/7 support staff. Flexible schedule allows you to set your own hours and work as much or as little as you like. Requirements: must be at least 18, proficient in English, and have a computer with webcam, headset, and reliable high-speed internet. Pay varies by region and experience, with opportunities for steady bookings and cross-cultural connections.
Learnlight – Online Language Trainer. Freelance. Remote (worldwide). Teach English or other languages to business professionals in over 100 countries using Learnlight’s innovative virtual platform. Responsibilities include delivering engaging one-on-one or group sessions, designing personalized learning plans, tracking progress, and providing written feedback. Must hold a recognized teaching qualification (TEFL, CELTA, TESOL, etc.), have at least 2 years of teaching experience, and be proficient in the language taught. Requires a stable internet connection, computer, headset, and webcam. Commitment of at least 10 hours/week for one year during prime teaching hours (various GMT shifts). Trainers receive access to extensive teaching materials, ongoing training, and global support.
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