How We Operate
1. Instructor Recruitment & Vetting
Selective Acceptance: We carefully recruit and vet independent instructors from around the world who demonstrate:
- Relevant advanced academic credentials (typically Master’s or PhD level, or equivalent professional certifications)
- Substantial professional experience in their teaching area (typically 5+ years)
- Proven teaching, training, or mentoring experience
- Strong communication skills and ability to teach effectively online
- Commitment to student success and ethical professional practices
- Multilingual capabilities (in many cases)
Comprehensive Verification Process:
Stage 1 – Application Review: Initial screening of credentials and background
Stage 2 – Document Verification: Validation of all claimed credentials through official sources
Stage 3 – Reference Checks: Contact with professional and academic references
Stage 4 – Interview & Assessment: Video interview evaluating expertise, communication skills, and teaching approach
Stage 5 – Teaching Demonstration: Evaluation of actual teaching ability (when applicable)
Stage 6 – Background Review: Professional background verification
Stage 7 – Approval & Onboarding: Profile creation and platform training for accepted instructors
We reject more applications than we accept, maintaining high standards for inclusion.
2. Profile Creation & Maintenance
Each approved instructor creates a comprehensive profile that includes:
- Complete educational background with institution details
- Professional experience and achievements
- Teaching areas and specializations
- Teaching approach and methodology
- Language capabilities
- Time zone and availability information
- Rates and payment options
- Professional photos and credentials documentation
- Links to professional profiles (LinkedIn, ResearchGate, etc.)
- Verified student testimonials (when available)
Ongoing Requirements:
- Annual profile updates and credential re-verification
- Maintenance of professional standards
- Response to student inquiries in timely manner
- Adherence to ethical professional conduct
Instructors who don’t maintain our standards are removed from the platform.
3. Student-Instructor Connection
Browse & Research: Students explore detailed instructor profiles, filtering by subject area, language, time zone, rate, and other preferences.
Direct Contact: Students contact instructors directly to discuss learning goals, teaching approach, scheduling, and logistics.
Consultation: Most instructors offer a complimentary initial consultation (15-30 minutes) to assess fit and answer questions.
Agreement: Student and instructor agree on curriculum, schedule, rates, payment method, and policies directly.
Learning Begins: Sessions are conducted via professional video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, etc.).
We Facilitate: The introduction and provide the platform for connection.
We Do Not Control: The actual teaching, curriculum, scheduling, or payment processing happens directly between student and instructor.
4. Quality Monitoring
While we respect instructor autonomy, we maintain quality standards:
- Collection of student feedback and satisfaction ratings
- Annual credential re-verification for all instructors
- Response to complaints or concerns about instructors
- Removal of instructors who violate professional standards or receive consistent negative feedback
- Continuous improvement of our verification processes
- Regular review of platform policies and procedures
Our Business Model
Transparency About How We Operate:
We generate revenue through one of the following models (depending on the instructor’s preference):
Option 1 – Listing Fee Model: Instructors pay a modest annual or monthly fee to maintain their profile on our platform. This fee covers verification costs, platform maintenance, and marketing. Instructors keep 100% of their earnings from students.
Option 2 – Commission Model: Some instructors prefer to pay no upfront listing fee and instead share a small percentage of their earnings (typically 10-15%) with the platform for successful student connections.
What We Don’t Do:
- We don’t mark up instructor rates invisibly
- We don’t charge students platform fees beyond what instructors charge
- We don’t take large commissions that significantly impact instructor earnings
- We don’t require exclusive arrangements preventing instructors from teaching elsewhere
Student Benefit: You pay instructors directly. Prices you see on profiles are what you pay, with no hidden platform fees added.
Our Commitment to Students
When you use Rybnik University Education Network, you can expect:
Verified Instructors
Every profile represents a real professional with verified credentials, validated through our comprehensive vetting process. We document and confirm academic degrees, professional certifications, work history, and teaching experience.
Direct Communication
You communicate directly with instructors to discuss your needs, goals, and questions. No middleman, no barriers—just direct connection with the educator who can help you.
Clear Information
Transparent details about instructor qualifications, experience, teaching approach, rates, availability, and contact information. You have all the information needed to make an informed decision.
No Hidden Fees
What instructors advertise is what you pay. We don’t add platform fees to student costs or hide charges in fine print.
Responsive Support
While instructors operate independently, we’re here to answer questions about using the platform, understanding our verification process, or addressing concerns. We respond to inquiries within 24-48 hours.
International Accessibility
Access qualified instructors regardless of where you live. Our global network means you can find expertise that might not exist in your local area, with flexible scheduling across time zones.
Quality Standards
We maintain high standards for instructor inclusion and remove those who don’t uphold professional conduct or receive consistently negative feedback.
Our Commitment to Instructors
Independent educators who join our network receive:
Professional Global Showcase
A comprehensive profile highlighting your credentials, expertise, and teaching approach to an international audience of motivated learners.
Student Connections Worldwide
Visibility to students across continents seeking your specific expertise. Our platform helps you reach learners you’d never connect with through local marketing alone.
Complete Autonomy
Total control over your rates, schedule, curriculum, teaching methods, and which students you work with. We facilitate connections; you run your educational practice.
Fair Business Terms
Transparent listing fees or fair commission structures. No excessive charges or exploitative arrangements. You keep the majority of your earnings.
Technical Support
Assistance with profile creation, optimization, and platform features. We help you present yourself professionally to attract ideal students.
International Payment Facilitation
Guidance on accepting payments from international students via PayPal, Wise, bank transfers, and other global payment methods.
Professional Community
Connection with other independent educators worldwide, sharing best practices and supporting each other’s growth.