Online substitute teachers for international schools

Certified teachers available within 24 hours 

20 Years
Trusted by international schools since 2006
100 %
Teachers background checked & certified
98 %
Cover requests fulfilled on time

When a teacher is unexpectedly absent

We don’t want learning to stop, so we provide online substitute teachers for: IB, A Levels, IGCSE & AP

We help reduce pressure on existing staff, whether you need emergency, maternity or long-term absence cover, or help filling a hard-to-recruit position, our qualified teachers can start within 24 hours. 

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Testimonial International School Ticino, Switzerland

“I’ve been very impressed with the speed of which we’ve been able to come up with an arrangement with TutorsPlus but also the ongoing quality of the teaching provision has been really excellent.”

Nick Bruce – Principal

Trusted by international schools around the world

How it works

1. Contact us for a proposal

Let us know what your school needs, and our team will send you a proposal including details of the teachers who can help & costs.

2. Quick start within 24 hours

Our certified teachers are available to start quickly. Also, our offices are open 7 days a week, so you will get an immediate response from our team.

3. Reliable & timely follow up

You will be allocated a member of our team who will be your single point of contact for anything you need.

Our promise

  • Protect student progress

    Maintain continuity of learning, coursework completion and examination preparation.

  • Experienced educators

    Certified teachers with extensive classroom and international school experience.

  • Fast response

    Qualified online teachers available within 24 hours when unexpected absences occur.

  • Reduce staff workload

    Prevent existing staff from absorbing additional classes and cover responsibilities.

  • Flexible solutions

    Support available from a single lesson to a full academic year.

  • Safeguarding

    All teachers are background-checked to ensure student safety.

Meet our substitute teachers

  • Meera

    Teaching experience: 20+ years
    Meera has over 30 years of mathematics teaching experience and has served as an IBO examiner. Now a full-time tutor, she enjoys flexible scheduling, teaching international students, and helping them achieve their goals through diverse explanations and revision workshops.

    Teaches:

    Curriculum:

    • Certified Teacher
    • IA Moderator
    • IB Examiner

    Price: rates start from 70 Swiss Francs / hr

  • David A

    Teaching experience: 20+ years

    David is an experienced Chemistry tutor with over 25 years of teaching IB, IGCSE, and A Level. An IGCSE and IB examiner and IA moderator since 2005, he provides expert, tailored guidance. Passionate and supportive, he builds confidence and inspires deep understanding in his students. Highly recommended.

    Teaches:

    Curriculum:

    • Certified Teacher
    • IA Moderator
    • IB Examiner
    • IGCSE Examiner

    Price: rates start from 70 Swiss Francs / hr

  • Stephanie

    Teaching experience: 20+ years

    Stephanie is a qualified teacher from Germany with 30 years of experience, specialising in German and English Language and Literature. She tutors IGCSE, IB, Swiss Maturité, and French Baccalauréat, providing personalised guidance for all IB assessments and fostering student engagement.

    • Certified Teacher
    • IB Examiner

    Price: rates start from 70 Swiss Francs / hr

  • Stela

    Teaching experience: 20+ years

    Stela is an experienced Chemistry tutor and IB examiner with a Master’s in Chemical Engineering and over 20 years of teaching experience. Combining deep conceptual insight with effective exam strategies, Stela turns challenging topics into engaging learning experiences—helping students build confidence, understanding and a genuine passion for the subject.

    Teaches:

    • Certified Teacher
    • IB Examiner

    Price: rates start from 70 Swiss Francs / hr

Common situations we support

01 Teacher absence

Unexpected illness, family emergencies or short-term leave

02 Maternity or parental leave

Maintain continuity for students while your teacher is away.  

03 Recruitment delays

Continue teaching while searching for a permanent candidate.

04 Hard-to-Fill Subjects

Access specialist teachers where local recruitment proves challenging. 

05 Growing Schools

Provide immediate capacity while staffing catches up with enrolment growth.  

Programmes we support

01 International Baccalaureate (IB)

  • Primary Years Programme (PYP) 
  • Middle Years Programme (MYP) 
  • Diploma Programme (DP) 

02 Cambridge International

  • IGCSE 
  • International A Level 

03 British Curriculum

  • GCSE 
  • A Level 

04 American Curriculum

  • AP Courses 
  • High School Programmes 

Designed for international schools

We understand the unique needs of international schools and are experienced in: 

  • Online teaching 
  • International curricula 
  • Assessment preparation 
  • Differentiated instruction 
  • Working with multilingual learners 

School partnership benefits

Schools receive: 

  • Fast response times 
  • Dedicated account support 
  • Safeguarding documentation 
  • Teacher profiles and references 
  • Flexible contracts 

Meet our leadership team

  • Tony

    Tony is our Academic Director and former Vice Principal at International School of Geneva, combining academic depth with educational leadership M.Ed University College London, BSc Imperial
  • Sandra

    Sandra is our Education Advisor and draws on her teaching experience at the International School of Geneva to ensure high standards for recruitment and tuition. She holds a MEd from UCL and is also a teacher trainer.
  • Alex

    Alex is our Managing Director and former board member of ASC Education Group, supporting strategic school governance and development. 13 years at Procter & Gamble, M.A University of Oxford
20 Years
Trusted by international schools since 2006
100 %
Teachers background checked & certified
98 %
Cover requests fulfilled on time

Contact Us

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FAQ’s

How quickly can you provide an online substitute teacher?

In many cases, TutorsPlus can provide a qualified online substitute teacher within 24 hours. Our extensive network of experienced international school educators allows us to respond quickly to unexpected staff absences, medical leave, recruitment delays and emergency cover requirements. 

We understand that when a teacher is unavailable, continuity of learning is critical. Our goal is to minimise disruption and ensure students continue to receive high-quality instruction from an experienced subject specialist. 

What qualifications and experience do your teachers have?

Our teachers are experienced educators with backgrounds in leading international schools worldwide. Many are certified teachers, IB examiners, former Heads of Department, IB Coordinators or experienced classroom practitioners with extensive experience teaching international curricula. 

We prioritise teachers who have recent classroom experience and a strong understanding of the academic and pastoral needs of international school students. 

Do your teachers have experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

Yes. We have significant expertise supporting IB World Schools. 

Our network includes teachers with experience across the: 

  • Primary Years Programme (PYP) 
  • Middle Years Programme (MYP) 
  • Diploma Programme (DP) 

Many of our teachers are current or former IB examiners and have extensive experience preparing students for Internal Assessments, Extended Essays, coursework and final examinations. 

Can you support IGCSE, A Level and AP programmes?

Absolutely. 

In addition to the International Baccalaureate, we provide experienced teachers for: 

  • Cambridge IGCSE 
  • International GCSE 
  • A Level 
  • International A Level 
  • Advanced Placement (AP) 
  • American High School programmes 

This allows schools to access qualified subject specialists across multiple international curricula. 

Can you support examination classes?

Yes. 

Many schools use TutorsPlus specifically to support examination cohorts when a teacher becomes unavailable. 

Our teachers regularly support students preparing for: 

  • IB Diploma examinations 
  • IGCSE examinations 
  • A Level examinations 
  • AP examinations 

We understand the importance of maintaining momentum during critical examination periods and can quickly integrate into existing schemes of work. 

Is online teaching effective for short-term teacher cover?

Yes. 

Schools increasingly use online teaching solutions to ensure learning continues during staff absences. Our teachers deliver live, interactive lessons that follow the school’s curriculum and timetable. 

This approach is often significantly more effective than cancelling lessons, assigning non-specialist cover staff or asking existing teachers to absorb additional classes. 

Can you provide long-term teacher cover?

Yes. 

Our service is suitable for both short-term and long-term staffing needs. 

Schools frequently engage TutorsPlus for: 

  • Maternity leave cover 
  • Extended illness cover 
  • Sabbaticals 
  • Recruitment gaps 
  • Hard-to-fill teaching positions 
  • New programme launches 

Support can range from a few lessons to an entire academic year. 

Which subjects can you provide teachers for?

We support a wide range of subjects, including: 

  • Mathematics 
  • Physics 
  • Chemistry 
  • Biology 
  • Computer Science 
  • Economics 
  • Business Management 
  • Psychology 
  • English 
  • History 
  • Geography 
  • Modern Languages 

We are particularly experienced in sourcing teachers for specialist and hard-to-recruit subjects. 

How do online substitute teachers integrate with our school?

Our teachers work closely with school leadership and department teams to ensure continuity. 

They can: 

  • Follow existing schemes of work 
  • Use school resources and learning platforms 
  • Attend departmental meetings where required 
  • Provide assessment and feedback 
  • Communicate with designated school contacts 

The aim is to make the transition as seamless as possible for students and staff. 

Are your teachers safeguarding checked?

Yes. 

Student safety is our highest priority. We undertake rigorous recruitment and vetting procedures and can provide safeguarding documentation as required. 

We understand the safeguarding expectations of international schools and work closely with schools to ensure compliance with their policies and procedures. 

How does your service help schools facing teacher shortages?

Teacher shortages continue to affect international schools across Europe, the Middle East and globally. 

TutorsPlus provides schools with rapid access to qualified online teachers, helping leaders maintain curriculum delivery without increasing workload on existing staff or compromising educational quality. 

Our service is particularly valuable when schools face: 

  • Unexpected teacher absences 
  • Difficult recruitment markets 
  • Specialist subject shortages 
  • Mid-year staff departures 
  • Growing student enrolment 

Why do international schools choose TutorsPlus?

Schools choose TutorsPlus because we understand both education and international curricula. 

We combine: 

  • Fast response times 
  • Experienced international school teachers 
  • IB, IGCSE, A Level and AP expertise 
  • Flexible short-term and long-term solutions 
  • Strong safeguarding practices 
  • Personalised support 

Most importantly, we help schools ensure that learning continues uninterrupted when staffing challenges arise. as seamless as possible for students and staff. 

How can we discuss our school’s requirements?

We would be delighted to discuss your school’s specific needs. 

Whether you require emergency teacher cover, maternity leave support, specialist subject teachers or a longer-term staffing solution, our team can advise on the most appropriate approach and introduce suitable teachers quickly. 

Contact TutorsPlus today to arrange a consultation.