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Edtech InsidersWhy Personalized Education Hasn’t Happened and How Outschool Aims to Fix It with Amir Nathoo & Justin DentSend us a textAmir Nathoo is CEO of Outschool, a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners, and an advocate for expanding education access. Previously, he led product development at Square and co-founded Trigger.io, a platform for creating native mobile apps. Amir holds an MEng in Electrical and Information Sciences from The University of Cambridge and lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children.Justin Dent is the founding Executive Director of Outschool.org. Justin was previously the F...2025-08-1152 min
Tech Talks DailyHow Outschool is Preparing Kids for Careers That Don’t Exist Yet.What happens when education stops being about a rigid curriculum and starts focusing on what genuinely sparks a child’s curiosity? This question sits at the heart of my conversation with Amir Nathoo, the founder and CEO of Outschool, a fast-growing online learning platform now trusted by over a million families worldwide. In this episode, Amir shares the personal journey that inspired him to challenge the tired one-size-fits-all approach still dominant in classrooms today. We explore how Outschool’s unique mix of small group of live classes, diverse topics, and independent educators is giving children the freedom to p...2025-06-2230 min
Self DirectedAmir Nathoo | Outschool: Passion, Not Curriculum, Is the Future of EducationSend us a textOutschool founder Amir Nathoo explains why education built on passion—not curriculum—may be the only way to truly prepare kids for a rapidly changing world. We talk about his shift from traditional schooling in the UK to building Outschool, how becoming a parent deepened his beliefs, and why interest-led learning offers more than just flexibility—it offers resilience.Amir shares the emotional challenge of stepping away from conventional paths, how Outschool helps parents manage fears without compromising child-led learning, and why AI is forcing us to rethink what human intelligence really...2025-05-0628 min
The OpenEd PodcastStop Limiting Your Child's Screen Time (Do This Instead) | Outschool Founder Amir NathooTraditional education was designed for a factory era—not for how humans actually learn. In this conversation between Isaac Morehouse (CEO of OpenEd) and Amir Nathoo (CEO of Outschool), we explore how education is being unbundled into something more natural and effective."We don't live in a world where our entire existence is contained in one box," Morehouse points out. So why do we expect children to get everything they need from a single institution?This conversation reveals the growing movement toward what they call "open education" or "networked le...2025-04-3046 min
Leena Marie Saleh "The Edtech Guru" | Audio Experience |EP 97 The Future of Personalized Learning with Amir Nathoo, CEO of OutschoolEpisode 97In this episode of The EdTech Disruptor Series, Leena Marie Saleh sits down with Amir Nathoo, co-founder and CEO of @Outschool, to discuss the evolving landscape of education, the rise of alternative learning models, and the role of AI in shaping the future of personalized education.Amir shares his journey of founding Outschool, a platform that has revolutionized how students learn by providing engaging, interest-based online classes. He offers insights into the challenges and opportunities in education today, from school choice to AI-powered learning experiences.This conversation is packed with expert insights...2025-04-0358 min
Teacher Entrepreneur Podcast20. Why I QUIT Outschool (& How to Know If You Should Too…)Have you ever wondered if teaching on Outschool is really worth it anymore? Maybe you’re frustrated with the 30% cut, the constant platform changes, or the feeling that you don’t actually own your business. Because same.For four years, I built my online teaching business on Outschool—it was a great place to start. But I had always dreamed of going off on my own. I just didn’t know how to find my own students. This past summer, I finally took the leap, started marketing my own lessons, and—let’s just say—it didn’t go exactly as...2025-03-1217 min
The Eric Ries ShowRedefining Education in the Age of AI with Amir Nathoo (Outschool)In this episode of The Eric Ries Show, I’m joined by Amir Nathoo, Co-Founder and CEO of Outschool, an education platform offering live online classes for K-12 learners. Amir’s own childhood inspired Outschool—while he went to traditional schools, his parents always encouraged his self-driven coding projects at home.
Outschool is about empowering kids to take control of their learning and building a lifelong love for education. It’s a mission-driven company that’s impacting how we think about education and social change.
In today’s conversation, we explore the intersection of business and social g...2025-01-301h 24
Outspoken the Podcast by OutschoolJamaal Bowman on Dismantling Inequity through Schools, Congress, and CommunityIn this episode of the Outspoken podcast, Congressman Jamaal Bowman shares insights from his journey as an educator and legislator, highlighting his commitment to addressing systemic inequities in education and advocating for transformative policy reform. As principal, he collaborated with local organizations to tackle broader challenges facing his students. In Congress, he introduced initiatives like the Green New Deal for Public Schools, which set a new vision for rebuilding infrastructure, expanding STEM education, and creating opportunities in marginalized communities. Now transitioning into work as a private citizen, he plans to continue advancing transformational outcomes in education, healthcare, and community...2025-01-3048 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolRina Madhani on Addressing Illiteracy While Enabling Students to Feel a Sense of BelongingIn this episode of the Outspoken podcast, Rina Madhani, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Start Lighthouse, emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant education, ensuring students see their identities, cultures, and experiences reflected in classrooms, which fosters a sense of belonging and personal growth. Her organization addresses literacy gaps by collaborating with public schools through permanent literacy hubs that provide diverse books, immersive programs, and safe spaces for students and families.2025-01-2431 min
Millionaire University233. How to Make Money Playing and Teaching Video Games: Using the Outschool Platform to Make Money Teaching and Connecting Kids With Devyn Ricks (REPLAY)In this episode, I talk with Devyn Ricks on how she makes money playing and teaching video games through a platform called Outschool and how you can use Outschool to make money teaching and connecting kids with something you're passionate about!(Original Air Date - 6/26/23)What we discuss with Devyn:+ Introduction and Personal Anecdote+ Discovering OutSchool and Teaching Video Games+ Interview with Devin Riggs: Making Money Playing Video Games+ Devin's Journey into Video Game Teaching+ The Structure and Impact of Devin's Classes2025-01-2330 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolJanelle Wood on Advocacy, Education Reform and Innovation to Transform CommunitiesHow do we address systemic challenges in education and create empowering spaces for Black children to thrive? In this episode of the Outspoken podcast, Reverend Janelle Wood, Founder and CEO of Black Mothers Forum, Inc. , discusses her efforts to combat systemic issues affecting Black children through education reform, advocacy, and the establishment of micro-schools to create safe, empowering learning environments. Rev. Janelle Wood is also a wife, mother, and published author of "Anatomy of a Black Mother.”2025-01-1552 min
Homeschool Moms UnfilteredUnfiltered Bite #9: Outschool Classes 101In this episode, we are talking about what you need to know to enroll your learner in their first Outschool class. If you aren’t on Outschool… you are truly missing out! But there are some things you should know to ensure you have a great experience!
Follow this link to to receive $20 off your first class registration:
https://outschool.com/teachers/Hub-of-Cuiosity?signup=true&usid=C19DrybH&utm_campaign=share_invite_link
If you’d like class recommendations, let us know! Between us, our kids have taken *so...2024-12-2410 min
Everything MarketplacesStarting & Scaling Outschool As A Leading Education Marketplace With Amir NathooThe Everything Marketplaces podcast is an audio version of our group chats. This episode is with Amir Nathoo, who's the Co-founder of Outschool. Outschool is a leading online education marketplace that makes it easy for kids to access education & learning through virtual classes. Outschool has been listed on a16z's Marketplace 100 list as one of the fastest growing marketplaces the past few years and they've also raised over $190M+ in capital from top investors like Lightspeed Ventures and Union Square Ventures.
Amir on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirnathoo
Outschool: https://w...2024-12-2249 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolJohn Danner on Rethinking the Role of the Teacher in the Age of AIJohn Danner, co-founder of Project Read AI, shares his thought-provoking ideas about the future of K-12 education in the age of AI. According to him, the current education system does not work for everyone, and the role of the teacher needs to be fundamentally rethought. Throughout the episode, John discusses the potential impact of AI on education and society as a whole, suggesting that AI could take on a significant part of the instructional load, thereby freeing teachers to focus on other aspects of student development.2024-11-2247 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolLakisha Young on Driving Community-Driven ChangeLakisha Young, founder & CEO at The Oakland REACH, delves into supporting individuals when education systems falter and the role of leadership in catalyzing this change. She shines a light on the importance of community support, technology paired with human guidance and actionable strategies for empowering vulnerable populations. Lakisha advocates for a multi-generational, goal-oriented approach to literacy and math, introducing her innovative Liberator Model that empowers families by training parents as tutors to enhance community education.2024-11-0851 min
Learning Unboxed251. Love of Learning with Amir NathooThe most important part of a child’s education is developing a love of learning. That’s Amir Nathoo’s motto and what led him to co-found OutSchool. Amir joins the show today to talk about future-proofing education by allowing students to engage with what they are most interested in.OutSchool is a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners. It has helped over a million students explore their interests with live online classes in nearly any subject you can think of: learning social skills through Minecraft, to gaming clubs, to learning veterinary topics.As bot...2024-11-0431 minLearning Unboxed251. Love of Learning with Amir NathooThe most important part of a child’s education is developing a love of learning. That’s Amir Nathoo’s motto and what led him to co-found OutSchool. Amir joins the show today to talk about future-proofing education by allowing students to engage with what they are most interested in.OutSchool is a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners. It has helped over a million students explore their interests with live online classes in nearly any subject you can think of: learning social skills through Minecraft, to gaming clubs, to learning veterinary topics.As bot...2024-11-0431 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolMichael Horn on How to Disrupt Education for the Knowledge EconomyMichael Horn, a recognized public speaker and author, delves into the shortcomings of traditional education systems and the potential for reinvention. He discusses personalized learning and the rise of micro-schools and education savings accounts (ESAs) to improve learning environments, while addressing challenges like the public school system's resistance to change and societal expectations and the need for sustainable alternatives in education.2024-11-0132 min
CRAFTED.Personalized Learning Is the Future. Here's How Outschool Is Building It | Amir Nathoo (Founder & CEO)Amir Nathoo is reimagining the future of education by building products that put students at the center of their learning experience. As the Founder and CEO of Outschool, Amir has created a marketplace for remote, personalized, interest-based learning that’s challenging traditional K-12. In this episode of CRAFTED., we explore how Amir founded and grew Outschool, including the 15x spike in usage during the pandemic. Post-pandemic, alternative education and homeschooling continues to rise. As Amir says: “The idea that a single institution could fulfill all of your kids' needs or all of all kids' needs is com...2024-10-2935 min
The Homebrew School Builder's ClubNo Default Path: OutSchool’s Approach to Choice-Rich Learning Pathways, with Amir NathooIn this episode, Amir Nathoo, CEO of OutSchool, joins Andreas to discuss the evolution of OutSchool as a pioneering educational platform that blends curiosity-driven discovery with structured learning pathways. They explore how OutSchool’s model provides students and families with flexible, personalized learning options that transcend the traditional one-size-fits-all approach. Nathoo shares insights on the global school concept, emphasizing a future where AI-powered recommendations complement human choice, making education a dynamic, learner-centric ecosystem. They also delve into addressing parent anxiety around educational choices, empowering students with autonomy, and the potential impact of education savings accounts, international expansion, and humanitarian ef...2024-10-2843 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolKaya Henderson on Sharing Power to Lead to Real Change in EducationKaya Henderson, the CEO of Reconstruction, talks about how community partnership and co-creation can drive educational change, empowering young people and giving them leadership opportunities and the limits of meritocracy. She explores the challenges and impact of anti-diversity initiatives on educational efforts and discusses the company's success in making education inclusive and engaging through K-12 supplemental classes centering Black people, their contributions, and history.2024-10-2545 min
Homeschool Yo KidsParent-Teacher Partnerships..... with Outschool Teacher, Esther!!!!!!#81
On this episode, Outschool Teacher Esther, shares her educational background, walks us through a class with her, the importance of classroom management, her love for helping parents supplement their children's education, why the first 5 years are so important, and her future goals.
https://esaconnection.com/business-page/esther-o-educator/
My name is Ms. O, I have my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Minnesota with a minor in Teaching English as a Second Language. I have taught First Grade for the...2024-10-2543 minOutspoken the Podcast by OutschoolWelcome to Outspoken, by OutschoolGet ready to challenge the status quo and ignite your passion for learning!
Welcome to Outspoken, powered by Outschool! The hosts of the podcast, Amir Nathoo, CEO of Outschool, and Justin Dent, Executive Director of Outschool.org - Outschool’s independent nonprofit partner, introduce the show, which aims to address educational challenges and promote innovative solutions. Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, they emphasize the importance of fostering a love of learning and providing equitable educational opportunities. Amir and Justin intend to use the podcast to amplify diverse voices and highlight grassroots initiatives driving change in education. Sc...2024-09-0608 min
The Tech TrekLearning Shouldn’t Be One-Size-Fits-AllWhat if the best way for your child to learn wasn’t in a traditional classroom?In this episode, Amir Bormand sits down with Amir Nathoo, Co-Founder and Head of Outschool, a live online learning marketplace that’s rethinking how—and where—kids learn. With over a million learners served, Outschool has quietly become a powerful alternative for families looking to break out of the one-size-fits-all education system.Amir shares the backstory of Outschool’s creation, how the pandemic accelerated online learning, and why education must be rebuilt around engagement...2024-08-2928 min
Growth Investor with GrowthCap‘s RJ LumbaEducation Innovator: Outschool’s Amir NathooIn this episode, we speak with Amir Nathoo, the Co-founder and Head of Outschool, a community marketplace of live online classes for kids.
In 2015, Amir founded Outschool with Nick Grandy and Mikhail Seregine. The company’s mission is to inspire kids to love learning by providing them with innovative learning opportunities outside of the regular classroom. The classes are offered by independent teachers and take place in small-groups over live video chat with assignments and feedback between the live sessions.
Outschool has raised over $240 million from notable investors including Tiger Global, Coatue, Lightspeed and others....2024-08-2122 min
LiberatED PodcastThe future of learning with Outschool.com founder Amir NathooFounded by Amir Nathoo in 2015, Outschool.com offers live, video-enabled online classes for young people ages 3 to 18. Learners can select content ranging from typical academic subjects and tutoring services, to more adventurous classes such as pet-trick training, forensic science, engineering with Minecraft, and wilderness survival skills. Instructors create their own courses based on their own interests and expertise, and set their own prices. Many choose to teach on Outschool.com to share their knowledge and passions within a creative and flexible learning environment. I first interviewed Amir back in 2019 for an article at Forbes and I am so honored...2024-08-0636 min
Co-op Catalysts: Inspiring Career Stories from UBC Science Co-opEmployer - Bethany Foote, Head of Infrastructure Engineering, OutschoolIn this episode, UBC Science Co-op employer, Bethany Foote who is the Head of Infrastructure Engineering at Outschool discusses her academic and career journeys, tips for job applications and how she became so comfortable with public speaking from a young age.
00:56 - Bethany's academic and career background
8:46 - Information about Outschool and Bethany's role
16:33 - How Outschool and Bethany supervise co-op students
20:07 - Impact co-op students have in the workplace
25:09 - Tips for resumes for students in computer science
28:50 - How Bethany sorts through many applicants for...2024-06-1853 min
Price of Avocado ToastHow to Make 6-Figures as a Teacher: A New Income Opportunity Featuring Outschool Expert, Tara LaczynskiToday’s guest is Tara Laczynski, an Outschool expert who is helping other educators branch out into the world of online learning. Tara lost her online teaching job overnight, and had to find a solution fast. Through her own trials and learnings, she’s built an Outschool business that has now replaced her teaching salary several times over. She shares about this income opportunity for educators who are feeling disheartened by the education system. This is one episode that every teacher needs to hear! In this episode, we chat about: Finding your value as an...2024-06-1243 min
On BalanceOn Balance with Amir NathooAmir Nathoo is the co-founder and CEO of Outschool, a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners. He led Square Payroll's development and served as CEO and co-founder of Trigger.io. He holds an MEng in Electrical and Information Sciences from The University of Cambridge. Outschool is an innovative education platform that offers a variety of engaging, small-group classes online. Unlike traditional classes, Outschool classes give kids the unique opportunity to explore their interests in-depth via interactive, live video by experienced, independent educators.When Outschool was founded in 2015, homeschoolers were the first to discover...2024-05-1134 min
The Rebranded TeacherEmpowering Educators to Expand Teaching Online with Outschool with Katie GettysEver wondered how to transform your passion for teaching into a thriving online business? Katie Gettys joins us to share her incredible journey from a solo educator to the helm of a bustling music studio on Outschool. She unveils the secrets to diversifying teaching content, managing a team, and leveraging Outschool’s platform to reach a broad age range of students. Whether it's music, academics, or life skills, Katie's experience is a goldmine for those looking to scale their teaching endeavors into a successful enterprise.This conversation isn't just about success stories; it's a practical guide for ed...2024-05-0627 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast19. New Self Paced Classes on Outschool EXPLAINED (Flex Class Updates)Have you gotten swept into all of these updates and changes that Outschool has been throwing out to teachers, changing everything from class types to Flex classes to Self-paced to Subscription model? I dont know about you but I've been definitely feeling overwhelmed and caught off-guard by a lot of the changes that have been put out there and I've had a lot of you actually reaching out and asking me what I think about some of these changes and if I could explain some of these changes a little bit better because people are honestly just...2024-04-2419 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast18. 5 Reasons Your Outschool Class Listing Isn't Converting & How to Fix ThemEver find yourself wondering why your Outschool classes aren't grabbing the spotlight they deserve? If your virtual classroom feels a little too quiet for comfort, don't worry – you're in the right place! Today, we're diving into the top five reasons your Outschool class listings might not be converting as you'd hoped, and more importantly, how to turn things around.SHOW NOTES: https://katiegettys.com/episode182024-04-1613 min
The Homeschool Sisters PodcastEpisode 140: The Importance of Personalized Learning, with Amir Nathoo of OutschoolEpisode 140: The Importance of Personalized Learning, with Amir Nathoo of Outschool
Hiya, sisters! We are excited to bring this week's episode to your earbuds because we know we have oodles of Outschool fans in the Sisters community. And if you haven't heard of Outschool yet, you're going to want to pull up a chair and get comfy for a second because we might just rock your homeschool world.
In this week's episode, we welcome Amir Nathoo, founder and CEO of Outschool. What a fun conversation it was! We chat about education, learning, and the sheer j...2024-04-1138 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast17. 3x Enrollment with These 5 Marketing Strategies for Your Outschool ClassesEver found yourself wondering how you can improve your Outschool enrollments?Whether you're a seasoned educator looking to amplify your success or a newcomer eager to stand out in the virtual classroom, we've got you covered! In this episode, we're diving deep into five game-changing strategies that can boost your Outschool enrollments!So, are you ready to boost your Outschool enrollments? Let's discover the strategies that work!SHOW NOTES: https://katiegettys.com/episode172024-04-0912 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast16. 3 Steps to Creating Sold-Out Outschool Classes When Teaching OnlineAre you ready to turn your teaching passion into profit on Outschool platform, but you’re feeling a little lost in the crowd? Whether you're struggling to stand out among the crowd, or to even get your classes to start showing up in search, this episode is your golden ticket to start gaining those enrollments. If this sounds like you, then stay tuned for strategies that will not only help you discover what to teach on Outschool but also ensure that your classes show up, stand out, and convert interested families into paying learners. SHOW NOT...2024-04-0213 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast15. Hard Truths About Teaching for Outschool in 2024If you're considering teaching on Outschool platform, then I've got some hard truths that every new teacher should be aware of before getting started. Outschool is a very different place now in 2024 than it was back in 2020 when it really blew up, so I’m here to set the record straight and give you some honest truths about what to expect from the platform these days. I think these golden nuggets I'm about to share will dramatically change your approach as you get started teaching online so let's dive in!SHOW NOTES: https://katie...2024-03-2614 minTeacher Entrepreneur Podcast9. Building Passive Income as a Teacher with Flex Classes on OutschoolSo you love teaching but you don’t love showing up live on calls 24/7 for your students? Or maybe you’ve had a super successful online class and you’re looking to double down and increase its reach and revenue? Or maybe you’ve considered the course creation route as an online teacher but you have no idea where to get started? Well, my friends, you're in for a treat because in this episode I'm talking about the magic of Flex Classes on Outschool – the ultimate solution for passionate educators who want to serve their students without fe...2024-02-0615 min
The Blind Ambition with Jack KellyAmir Nathoo, Founder and CEO of Outschool: How a Blog Post Led to a $3 Billion StartupAmir Nathoo, Founder and CEO of Outschool
We explore what it is like to be a startup founder from the perspective of Amir Nathoo, who knew he wanted to be a software entrepreneur at an early age. Interestingly, he explains how a blog post he published in 2015 about a personal experience led to where he is today, as a founder and CEO of a startup last publicly valued at $3 billion.
Amir also shares his top advice about entrepreneurship and when he knew it was time to quit a high-paying software development job to start a...2023-12-1346 min
The Global ClassroomIs Outschool right for you? A conversation with The Tall Traveling Teacher
Heather Horn from The Tall Traveling Teacher will talk about Outschool . From what it is and how it works to how to get hired and how to get booked, she has the answers! She will also talk about traveling as a teacher including the ups and downs she has experienced.
2023-09-2546 min
TechCrunch Industry NewsOutschool launches an AI-powered tool to help teachers write progress reportsOutschool, the online learning platform that offers kid-friendly academic and interest-based classes, announced today the launch of its AI Teaching Assistant, a tool for tutors to generate progress reports for their students. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-2003 min
The Future of EducationExploring the Power of Theory in Action: Unleashing Innovation at Outschool.orgAs Clay Christensen always said, despite its reputation, a good theory is a very practical tool. It helps you to decide what steps will lead to what results in a given circumstance. It's not “theoretical.” In this conversation with Outschool.org's Kris Comeforo, we break down how he used innovation theories to guide a program that Outschool.org put in place to serve homeschool students in Detroit—which it’s now expanding elsewhere. Kris told me about how he used the theory of interdependence and modularity, the Jobs to Be Done theory, and some of the other points f...2023-09-1130 min
Getting Smart PodcastMorgan Camu and Justin Dent on Outschool.orgOn this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast Nate McClennen is joined by Morgan Camu, Head of Programs at Outschool.org and Justin Dent, founding Executive Director of Outschool.org. This non-profit branch of outschool.com is working to ensure not only access to all of outschool.com’s resources to those who are racially or economically marginalized - but is also thinking about how to support this unbundled ecosystem as a whole. Links: Outschool.org Outschool.com Previous Podcast with Outschool founder Amir Nathoo Morgan Camu LinkedIn ...2023-08-3047 min
The Homeschool Advantage PodcastThe Only Platform That Serves Over 140k Live and Engaging Classes Listed With Amir Nathoo CEO And Co-Founder Of Outschool.Intro
Amir Nathoo CEO and Co-Founder of Outschool. Outschool is a learning platform that offers live, small group classes conducted over video chat. Independent teachers sign up to teach what they want on Outschool. Currently, there are over 140K live classes listed, taught by over 8,000 teachers. Outschool makes it easy to find classes that help kids stay engaged, inspired and learning about topics that interest them. Tutoring is also a growing segment of Outschool where small group or one-on-one tutoring helps fill the gap where the pandemic left so many students falling behind.
Top three t...2023-08-1816 min
8 Minute Millionaire: Learn the Secrets of Millionaire Entrepreneurs223. How To Make Money Playing and Teaching Video Games! - Using The Outschool Platform to Make Money Teaching and Connecting Kids - With Devyn RicksIn this episode I talk with Devyn Ricks on how she makes money playing and teaching video games through a platform called Ouschool and how you can use Outschool to make money teaching and connecting kids with something you're passionate about!2023-06-3027 min
Millionaire University32. How To Make Money Playing and Teaching Video Games! - Using The Outschool Platform to Make Money Teaching and Connecting Kids - With Devyn RicksIn this episode I talk with Devyn Ricks on how she makes money playing and teaching video games through a platform called Ouschool and how you can use Outschool to make money teaching and connecting kids with something you're passionate about!
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote
00:54 Discovering OutSchool and Teaching Video Games
01:29 Interview with Devin Riggs: Making Money Playing Video Games
01:47 Devin's Journey into Video Game Teaching
03:41 The Structure and Impact of Devin's Classes
07:35 Expanding the Business: Hiring More Teachers
07:51 The Economics of OutSchool Teaching
12:42 The Importance of Branding and Safety in OutSchool
15:07 Exploring Other Opportunities on OutSch...2023-06-2629 min
Product Perspectives#57: Measuring the success of support teams beyond volume, CSAT and resolution time with Sophie Heller, CX Services Lead @ Outschool (already published as #23)
My guest today is Sophie Heller. Sophie leads the CX Services team at Outschool, a marketplace of live-online classes for kids. She joined the company as employee #2 as its first customer support agent and has since seen the company grow to 200; the support inbox now contains 100+ people, spread over several internal teams and an outsourcer. Sophie's team works to equip the inbox, including 50+ outsourced agents, for any changes to Outschool's website or policies, providing services including documentation, training, and quality assurance.Sophie explains how she helped to scale the business and how they support 10,000 teachers and respond to 5,000...2023-05-2346 min
Incremental UpgradeEducation Side Hustles for Teachers: Outschool#025 - As rewarding as teaching can be, it's not exactly the most profitable profession. Luckily, there are many side hustle opportunities for entrepreneurial educators. Outschool is one of them, and if you're willing to put in the work up front, $50+ per hour for the time you spend teaching is well within the realm of possibility — and topic-wise, the possibilities are endless.To that end, here's what I have for you in today's episode:📖 A quick run-down on how Outschool works👩🏫 The four types of classes you can create💰 Which one makes the most money🛠 Pros and cons of the Outscho...2023-05-1420 min
The Love Your School PodcastAffordable Online Learning on Outschool with Christine GToday I am talking with Christine Glandorf, the Business Development Lead at Outschool. Outschool is an innovative education platform that offers a variety of engaging, small-group classes online. Outschool empowers kids ages 3–18 to learn on their own terms with the widest variety of teachers, topics, and classes to suit any interest or academic need.. Christine and I discuss how Outschool is available for purchase through ClassWallet and how they are helping families with ESA’s. Check out this episode to learn more about Outschool and different funding options that could work for your family. Episode Highli...2023-05-0932 min
TLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Amir Nathoo on OutschoolWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 6 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Amir Nathoo, co-founder of Outschool. Amir is CEO and leads growth and product at Outschool. He previously worked at Square founding the Square Payroll product. Before that he was C...2023-03-2830 min
No Such Thing: Education in the Digital AgeLearning Virtually Anything with OutschoolToday, Outschool offers more than 140,000 live online classes to more than 1,000,000 learners in 183 countries worldwide. Outschool is an innovative education platform that offers a variety of engaging, small-group classes online. Unlike traditional classes, Outschool classes give kids the unique opportunity to explore their interests in-depth via interactive, live video by experienced, independent educators.Amir Nathoo is CEO of Outschool, a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners. He led the development of Square Payroll and also served as CEO and co-founder of Trigger.io. He holds an MEng in Electrical and Information Sciences from The...2023-02-0654 min
Christian Homeschool Moms PodcastCHM139:Peace for Homeschooling Mamas- Reflect, Release, RelaxHow can we find peace during the holiday season as homeschool moms? In this episode, I share 3 tips to help us discover peace naturally.Welcome to the Christian Homeschool Moms Podcast. On this show, the goal is to encourage the Christian mom to Homeschool with joy during this limited season of your life, to stay hopeful on your homeschool journey, and to apply practical homeschool tips that will help you in your everyday life as a mom of faith.I’m Demetria, your host, a veteran homeschool mom of two beautiful daughters- one in college, on...2022-12-2322 min
Homeschool with Moxie Podcast187. Homeschooling with Digital Tools like OutschoolHave you used any Outschool classes in your homeschool? Today we're chatting with CEO & founder of Outschool, Amir Nathoo, about how the platform has grown, how a live class works, and why you should consider using it as part of your homeschool day.
Plus, we have a great offer where new customers can get a $20 credit toward a live Outschool class! Show notes are at 4onemore.com/1872022-11-1021 min
Product Perspectives#23: Measuring the success of support teams beyond volume, CSAT and resolution time with Sophie Heller, CX Services Lead @ OutschoolMy guest today is Sophie Heller. Sophie leads the CX Services team at Outschool, a marketplace of live-online classes for kids. She joined the company as employee #2 as its first customer support agent and has since seen the company grow to 200; the support inbox now contains 100+ people, spread over several internal teams and an outsourcer. Sophie's team works to equip the inbox, including 50+ outsourced agents, for any changes to Outschool's website or policies, providing services including documentation, training, and quality assurance.
Sophie explains how she helped to scale the business and how they support 10,000 teachers and respond...2022-08-1746 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 302: Online Learning & the Future of Education with Outschool Founder Amir NathooIn this conversation with Outschool co-founder and CEO Amir Nathoo, we discuss alternative education models and why they’re so critical in preparing all kids for the future, as well as get an inside look into the mission and vision for Outschool, learn more about they successfully create community through virtual classes, ways in which classes are designed to support students with different learning styles and much more. If this conversation sparks you to explore and enroll in classs at Outschool classes, be sure to use the code TILT to get a $20 credit towards your first class. 2022-08-1635 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 302: Online Learning & the Future of Education with Outschool Founder Amir NathooIn this conversation with Outschool co-founder and CEO Amir Nathoo, we discuss alternative education models and why they’re so critical in preparing all kids for the future, as well as get an inside look into the mission and vision for Outschool, learn more about they successfully create community through virtual classes, ways in which classes are designed to support students with different learning styles and much more. If this conversation sparks you to explore and enroll in classs at Outschool classes, be sure to use the code TILT to get a $20 credit towards your first class. 2022-08-1635 min
Igniting CreativityVirtual Teaching: Building Your Business with Kristine DizonKristine Dizon is the CEO, Founder, and Director of the Music and Language Learning Center. She is an international artist and teacher who has performed in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Kristine has been a part of several socio-cultural and educational projects that include the Philharmonie de Paris-Project DEMOS, Conservatoire de Montargis (Orchestre á l'école), and the Minnesota Project Opera. Kristine has been an Outschool teacher for so long that she actually interviewed with one of the original founders! In this episode, she gives you strategic advice on how to stop working 14-hour days and how to scale your busi...2022-07-231h 02
The Brilliant MindA Surprise Idea: Outschool Writing Class Inspiration for Older Kidsit's amazing how our ideas come. im gratefulThe Outschool teacher whose writing class I received inspiration from is called "Writing the Worlds You Imagine" and her name is Ms. Purugganan2022-03-1621 min
Igniting CreativityVirtual Teaching: Reaching Students Around the World with Kristen MercurioI had a fantastic time getting to know Kristen Mercurio, a fellow Outschool teacher who is a certified teacher, life coach, and business owner. She left the brick-and-mortar classroom and exclusively works online focusing on teaching international learners. She sets her own schedule to specifically meet the needs of learners in many different time zones and has built a teaching business that is thriving as she serves the needs of students across the world. She has big energy and is so enthusiastic about what she does.
Not only does she help children learn but she is al...2022-01-1744 min
Edtech InsidersThe Online Schooling Revolution with Amy Jenkins of OutschoolSend us a textIn this episode of Edtech Insiders, we speak with Amy Amner Jenkins, Head of Schools at Outschool.Previously, Amy was the Chief Operating Officer of Education Elements, an associate partner at NewSchools Venture Fund, a co-founder of an after school program that combines soccer and literacy, and a teacher with Teach for America. Amy holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.In this conversation, Amy and I chat about how Outschool became one of the fastest growing edtech companies during the pandemic, how teachers are using their teaching skills...2021-11-2940 min
The Teach Joyfully PodcastHow to Get Started and Be Successful on Outschool with Wendy WawrzyniakRemember when teaching was less about surface standards and more about in-depth knowledge? Or maybe you have a hobby you'd love to share with kids. Well...today's guest has a solution for giving you back control of what you teach and how you teach it. Today's guest has the secrets of success for teaching on Outschool, a platform that connects teachers with students for all kinds of classes. LISTEN IN to find out more about teaching with Outschool. TEACH JOYFULLY FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theteachinglab INSTAGRAM: h...2021-11-0437 min
The Reading ProjectSeason 2: Episode 11: Outschool for Homeschool and Enrichment Learning!In today's episode, I'm joined by teacher Noelle. Noelle is a former certified classical educator turned homeschooling mama and online Outschool teacher. She teaches Latin, geography, and literacy with the Orton-Gillingham approach to elementary students as well as her own kiddos.
Tune in to this episode for some really awesome homeschooling tips and info about using Outschool in your homeschool.
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Spell to Write and Read
All About Reading
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Ninetwentynine‘Self-awareness as a strategy’ with co-founder and head of Outschool, Amir NathooAmir Nathoo values a mindful approach to business, and it’s contributed to the success of his educational community marketplace, Outschool. He credits self-awareness as the key strategy that helped him shape his company and realise his goals. Amir is here to tell you why having ‘self-awareness as a strategy’ will help you with your ambitions.Ninetwentynine is a Fiverr.com podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0409 min
The Teacher Coach PodcastEpisode 4 - Outschool with JennaleeToday I am joined by the lovely Jennalee an Outschool hiring Coach and Teacher from the US. Jennalee is here to tell us everything about Outschool and how you can start your career as an online Teacher.2021-08-2328 min
Getting Smart PodcastAmir Nathoo on Outschool: Learning for the FutureThis episode of the Getting Smart Podcast is sponsored by Screencastify. On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom Vander Ark sits down with Amir Nathoo (@AmirNathoo), CEO of Outschool, an education platform that offers live online classes for K-12 learners. Amir earned a Masters degree in Electrical and Information Sciences from Cambridge 20 years ago and has been an entrepreneur and business builder since. Amir led the development of Square Payroll and served as CEO and co-founder of Trigger.io. Let's listen in as Tom and Amir discuss the opportunity of live online classes an...2021-07-2833 min
Real Work From Home Jobs With ThressaOutschool is hiring Executive Assistant to work from home!In this Podcast today, I will discuss the company Outschool! Listen to the podcast for details!
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Consumer VC: Venture Capital I B2C Startups I Commerce | Early-Stage InvestingHelping kids learn by building a direct to family education marketplace with Amir Nathoo, founder/CEO of OutschoolHey Friends,Today’s episode of The Consumer VC is with Amir Nathoo, the founder of Outschool.Outschool is an education platform that offers a variety of engaging, small-group classes online that gives kids the unique opportunity to explore their interests in-depth. They were also one of the fastest growing tech companies during COVID.In this discussion, we chat about Amir’s origin story and how he was able to sense an opportunity to create a complimentary platform to traditional education.Here are some of the questions focused on - ...2021-05-1343 min
Consumer VC: Venture Capital I B2C Startups I Commerce | Early-Stage Investing I BrandsAmir Nathoo (Outschool) - Building a direct to family marketplace to help kids learn what they want to learnThank you Mereces Bent to the intro to our guest today, Amir Nathoo. Amir Nathoo, is the founder of Outschool. Outschool is an education marketplace/platform that offers a variety of engaging, small-group classes online that gives kids the unique opportunity to explore their interests in-depth. They were also one of the fastest growing tech companies during COVID. It was great chatting with Amir as we explored topics that we haven't covered often on this show like the effects COVID had on traditional education and where Outschool has become a complimentary part of kids lives. We talk about impact...2021-05-1343 min
Preschool All Stars(PAS) Enroll Preschoolers on Outschool When You Start a Preschool - with Krystal GoodeIf you want to enroll preschoolers on Outschool, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Krystal Goode was a preschool teacher who wanted to set her own hours and her own tuition rates. She started her own online preschool after Covid hit and decided to outsource all her marketing to make it easier. Listen in to discover how you can enroll preschoolers on Outschool, too!Krystal Goode has been working as a preschool teacher for years, but she wanted something more. The long hours and low pay had begun to drag her down, but she didn't kn...2021-05-0621 min
Married Cox: Christian TeacherOutschool Reviews, Pregnancy, and New ClassesIn this episode we talk about Outschool reviews, New Classes, and Pregnancy. Feel free to join me as we talk about a verity of things!
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Yes, I Work From HomeAll About Outschool, with Onboarding Specialist, Tegan BombardTegan Bombard is the onboarding specialist for Outschool, a remote learning platform. Outschool educators are made up of people with a wide variety of education and experience, from certified teachers who teach the core subjects, to circus performers, who teach juggling, and everything in between. The classes are presented in a range of formats as well, from one-time classes to semester long courses, as well as short courses, ongoing social classes, clubs, and camp formats. Tegan helps educators new to the platform with additional support during their onboarding phase.If you’re interested in learning more about be...2021-04-151h 03
Unicorn Teachers# Tips for Outschool Class Time FillersDo you ever find yourself in a class with fewer learners than expected? What do you do when this happens? It happens unfortunately. I sometimes cancel the day before if I am just not feeling up for it. However, there are some things you can do to fill in that extra time if you only have one or two learners. I am happy to share these tips with you and hope you find them helpful! Here are 3 Tips for Outschool Class Time Fillers... Enjoy!
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Remember that YOU are amazing! Keep being your AWESOME self! You Rock! You've totally got this! 😎 I'm cheering for you all the way!
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The New SchoolsAmir Nathoo - Raising Well-Balanced LearnersAmir Nathoo is the CEO and Co-founder at Outschool. Outschool is a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learners. He led the development of Square Payroll and also served as CEO and co-founder of Trigger.io.He holds an MEng in Electrical and Information Sciences from The University of Cambridge and he has a young son.Key Takeaways:00:17 Amir’s Elevator Pitch and Motivations Behind Founding Outschool03:05 Impactful Learning Outside Regular School05:28 Handling Screentime and Technology14:44 If you could re-engineer school for the 21st century, what wo...2021-01-2246 minMarried Cox: Christian TeacherPregnant lady cravings, Outschool information, and student debtToday I talk about my preggo lady cravings, Outschool classes, and my student debt.
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A Big World from a Small IslandAmir Nathoo, CEO and co-founder of OutschoolToday I interviewed Amir Nathoo, the CEO and co-founder of Outschool, an online learning platform.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/angela0609/message2020-11-1608 minMarried Cox: Christian TeacherOutschool and Christian photography, videography, and design.In this episode we discuss Outschool and how we can do everything for God's glory.
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Unicorn TeachersSpooktacular Halloween With OutschoolOutschool Spooktacular Brain Breaks (If your kiddo is in this class, please message me for your 50% off discount on this class) : https://outschool.com/classes/82120977-339c-4608-8aff-3af823bd1e82/schedule#usGn6O6zYx
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I don't know about you, but I LOVE Halloween! It is just so fun and such an exciting time. I know there are many stresses out in the world, and who doesn't love to have fun brain breaks? I have a Halloween themed brain break class and you can find so many awesome Halloween classes on Outschool! Tune in to hear all about it!
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Remember that YOU are amazing! Keep being your AWESOME self! You Rock! You've totally got this! 😎 I'm cheering for you all the way!
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Unicorn TeachersHow to Deal With an Outschool Student No-ShowI had this happen and had to look it up on the go during a class where the student didn't show. I hope you find this helpful!
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The Teach Joyfully PodcastSide Hustles for Teachers - Teaching with OutschoolImagine being in control of your curriculum, teaching the way you KNOW works and working on your schedule. Sounds impossible, right?! It's completely possible with Outschool. Have you heard about it? Well on this week's episode, I take a minute to talk you though this teaching option. Teaching with Outschool is REAL. I know many teachers who have moved to this platform and have had great success generating an income and having fun doing it.2020-07-2309 min
Unicorn TeachersUsing Bloom's Taxonomy to Revamp your Outschool LessonsI love visuals, so to go along with this episode, here is an infographic I created about Bloom's Taxonomy with all of this awesome info! https://bit.ly/gypsysoulbloomstaxonomy
This week's episode is all about using Bloom's Taxonomy to revamp your Outschool lessons or lessons in general, if you work for a company or school and are planning all of your lessons. This is so beneficial and it certainly helps to add and gain clarity for your lessons and what your specific outcomes and expectations are. With Outschool, you can use Bloom's Taxonomy power verbs in your:
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