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Connect with trusted graders who handle the papers while you focus on what matters — your students. Secure payments, confidential agreements, and a community built by educators.
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Sarah M.
Former AP Teacher & Grader
5 years AP grading experience. Fast turnaround, detailed feedback.
$16/hr
For Teachers
Reclaim your evenings in three simple steps.
Post Your Grading Need
Upload assignments to be graded, rubrics, and grading timeline.
Hire a Trusted Grader
Browse verified grader profiles or connect with graders you already know, read reviews, and message candidates before hiring.
Pay Securely
No checks, no Venmo, no sharing financial info. Pay electronically through our secure platform.
For Graders
Turn your expertise into income on your schedule.
Create Your Profile
List your subjects, experience, hourly rate, and grading samples. Sign your confidentiality agreement.
Get Hired
Teachers find you through the directory or reach out directly. Accept jobs that fit your schedule.
Earn & Grow
Get paid securely after each job. Build your reputation with reviews and grow your grading career.
Meet Some of Our Graders
Experienced educators and subject-matter experts ready to help.
Sarah M.
5 years AP grading. Former high school science teacher with detailed feedback style.
James T.
English MA graduate. Specializes in essay feedback and rubric-based grading.
Priya K.
Math tutor and former TA. Precise, consistent grading with clear point deductions.
Seller Membership Plans
Choose the plan that fits how much you grade. Both plans include access to our secure payment system and grader directory.
Basic Grader
65% commission
+ $0.30 per sale
- Grader profile listing
- Secure payment processing
- Confidentiality agreement
- Messaging with file attachments
- 65% commission on earnings
Premium Grader
85% commission
No per-sale fee
- Everything in Basic
- 85% commission on earnings
- Priority listing in directory
- Featured profile badge
- Advanced analytics
Built on Trust & Privacy
We designed every feature with teacher and student privacy in mind.
Secure Payments
No checks, no Venmo, no sharing routing numbers. Pay and get paid electronically through our encrypted platform.
Confidentiality Agreements
Every grader signs a binding confidentiality agreement before accessing any student work.
Student Privacy Protected
Teachers omit identifying student and school information when uploading work.
What Educators Are Saying
Teachers and graders share how Teachers Pay Graders has changed the way they work.
“I used to spend every Sunday grading essays. Now I hire a grader for my AP English classes and I actually have a weekend again. The confidentiality agreement gave me peace of mind from day one.”
Michelle R.
High School English Teacher
Austin, TX
“As a retired math teacher, I was looking for flexible work I could do from home. Teachers Pay Graders let me set my own hours and rate. I've graded for four different teachers this semester alone.”
David K.
Freelance Grader
Portland, OR
“The secure payment system is a game changer. No more awkward Venmo requests or waiting for checks. I get paid on time, every time, and the platform handles all the paperwork.”
Priya S.
Middle School Science Teacher
Chicago, IL
“I was skeptical at first about outsourcing grading, but the graders here are incredibly qualified. My students actually get more detailed feedback than I had time to give. It's a win for everyone.”
James L.
AP History Teacher
Denver, CO
“I'm a grad student and grading on this platform fits perfectly around my schedule. The teachers are professional, the assignments are clear, and the pay is fair. Highly recommend to anyone with subject expertise.”
Aisha T.
Freelance Grader
Atlanta, GA
“Finally a platform that understands teachers. The messaging system, the rubric uploads, the confidentiality — it's all thought through. I've recommended it to every teacher in my department.”
Karen M.
Elementary School Teacher
Seattle, WA
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