Do you love what you teach? So do we.
Togetherhood is a marketplace that connects independent enrichment professionals with teaching opportunities across NYC, Philadelphia, DC, and Boston. If you have a passion and the expertise to match, we'd love to add you to our network.
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The bar is high. That's the point.
You bring genuine expertise in your craft, a deep love for teaching it, and the professionalism to show up prepared, consistent, and fully present for every school you choose to work with. We hold a high bar because our school partners depend on it.
Independent by design
As an independent professional in the Togetherhood network, you set your own availability, choose which school opportunities to accept, and bring your own approach to every class. We handle the match. You handle the magic.
From Application to First Class
Tell us about yourself
Fill out a short application — what you teach, where you're based, and why you love it. Takes about ten minutes.
Let's connect
A 30-minute intro call with our team to learn about your background, your teaching style, and what you're looking for.
Get set up
Complete onboarding, build your instructor profile, and craft your first program listing. We'll walk you through every step.
Start teaching
Receive school match requests and accept the ones that fit your schedule and goals. You choose the work. We handle the rest.
We respond to all applications within 5 business days.
What to expect
What teaching through the network looks like.
Your schedule, your call
You choose when you're available. Schools submit booking requests for your review. You accept what fits. No mandatory hours. No assigned shifts.
Class sizes you can plan for
Most classes run 10–25 students. Exact group sizes vary by school and program. You'll know the size before you accept a booking.
Materials, agreed upfront
We'll work with you to outline what's needed for your program. Some materials are provided by the school; others you'll bring. This is agreed before your first class.
Get started quickly
From application to first class is typically a matter of weeks.
Onboarding that sets you up
New instructors complete a brief orientation: we walk you through the platform and set clear expectations so you can hit the ground running.
Easy payment
Electronic payments delivered safely and securely, in the middle and the end of each month.
The network
A Few from Our Network
FAQ
Common Questions
Neither. You join the Togetherhood network as an independent professional. You set your own availability and choose which school opportunities to accept. There are no mandatory hours or shift assignments.
Schools of all types across New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Boston — including public schools, charter schools, independent schools, religious schools, Montessori schools, community organizations, and more.
No. You don't need an LLC, a business license, or prior experience running a business. You'll onboard as an independent contractor and we'll walk you through every step.
The platform handles scheduling, contracts, and payments. Our team is available to help with logistics and support so you can focus on teaching.
Togetherhood is a marketplace, not a staffing agency. You're not placed at schools or assigned shifts. Schools request you based on your profile, and you choose which opportunities to accept.
Ready to teach what you love?
Apply to join the Togetherhood network. We respond to all applications within 5 business days.
