7 Easy VIPKid Background Ideas for Less than $5

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When you think of VIPKid, what is the first thing that comes into mind?

For me (an outsider), it’s the VIPKid background. I always remember VIPKid for the color orange and the bright and bubbly teachers in their online classroom.

They ace the teacher background and set an example for all the other online teaching companies. And there are easy ways of doing it too!

I recently wrote another post about setting up the best online teaching background ideas.

However, in this article, we will focus specifically on VIPKid, and we have top VIPKid teachers to help us along the way!

How do I get a VIPKid background?

Your VIPKid background can be versatile. There are a number of ways to set up your online teaching background. You can use flashcards, banners, maps, and more.

Your background will determine the kind of audience you attract; for example, if you have baby toys in your background, you could attract a younger age group.

Here are a number of ideas for VIPKid teachers, created by VIPKid teachers.

VIPKid Teacher Background #1: The Table Cloth

In this video, teacher Michael talks about how you can create your VIPKid teacher backdrop for less than $5.

$5?! You got that right.

This background is particularly suitable for traveling teachers, those who need a temporary background, or those who are just VIPKid applicants and are not quite ready to make a big investment just yet.

The upside to this teaching background is that it can be hung up anywhere in your room.

Items You Need:

• Table Cloth
• Utility Hooks

1. Table Cloth

Teacher Michael recommends using a table cloth, which costs less than $5.

The table cloth doesn’t have to be anything special, it can be plain but teacher Michael has a flowery pattern on his.

It’s also long enough to cover your VIPKid teacher background.

2. Utility Hooks

Using inexpensive utility hooks, we can hang this table cloth which only cost about $1.

We want to hang the table cloth behind us while we teach, so the table cloth is the only thing visible to the student.

Instructions:

• Add the hooks to the ceiling
• Cut six holes in the table cloth (about 1 foot apart)
• Hang the table cloth up and decorate it as you like

The Logic Behind this Teaching Background:

Teacher Michael chose to have the holes one foot apart to match that of his shower curtain so he can alternate between the two.

Feel free to do this or adjust the spacing to your liking.

Teacher Michael also changes to an orange shirt, which adds a bit of contrast between himself and his blue-green background.

The Finished Result:

The table cloth hangs from the ceiling and can be placed anywhere in the room which allows the teacher to take a more flexible approach when creating their online classroom.

Other cut-outs, such as your name, the VIPKid logo or rewards systems can be added.

VIPKid Teacher Backdrop #2: The Pom Poms

There are plenty more ideas for teachers on creating their VIPKid teacher backdrop.

Here is also another teacher who shows us how to create a VIPKid teacher background for less than $5.

Teacher Marilyn bought her map from the Dollar Tree, a treasure trove for online teachers.

Teacher Marilyn wants to change up her current background to make it more appealing for the older students.

She also wants the option to stand or sit.

What you need:

• Solid-colored tablecloths (which can be found at the Dollar Tree)
• Hot Glue
• Gaffer tape or painter’s (masking) tape
• Pom poms
• Pom pom garland

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Instructions:

• Measure the length of your table cloth
• Apply four small strips of tape to the wall
• Put hot glue on each of the four strips
• Hang the table cloth to the four strips
• Repeat by adding strips and glue to each side of the table cloth

Add the tape to the wall, four strips of equal distance. It’s then time to apply hot glue to the four strips. This will allow the table cloth to easily adhere to the wall.

You will then want to do the same to the vertical sides of the table cloth to make sure it doesn’t fall down.

Teacher Marilyn decides to add pom pom decorations that are a contrasting color, to make the color pop. She adds the garland to design the top border of the table cloth.

The Finished Result:

Teacher Marilyn used large pom poms, a pom pom garland, a “hello” sign and her name to decorate the background. All for less than $5!

VIPKid Teacher Background #3: The Minimalist

Another teacher background created by teacher Kerry when designing her minimalist VIPKid classroom.

She advocates the minimalist approach, saying that you don’t need to put all your money into teaching props and backgrounds to be a successful VIPKid teacher.

What you need:

• A map
• Welcome sign
• VIPKid sign
• Teacher name
• Secondary reward systems, like stars

Instructions:

You can create the VIPKid logo without printing at all! You just need a black marker to write VIPKid and color in the logo with the iconic green and orange colors.

Color and cut out stars as a secondary reward system and add them to your background.

Teacher Kerry sticks them to the wall with some tape, but also recommends using a magnetic board so you can stick your rewards with magnets.

The Finished Result:

A simple yet effective background without all the bells and whistles. Everything is stuck to the wall with just some tape. This background appeals to both young and old students at VIPKid.

Where you can find the items mentioned:

The following can be purchased on Amazon.

Maps

An easy decoration that can be paired with your teaching name and some rewards!

Lighting

You can use your at-home lighting if it’s strong enough or even consider purchasing this light on Amazon, which grants you much greater control of your lighting conditions.

Utility Hooks

There are many types of hooks, so make sure you find ones that will work for your room!

Pom Pom Garland

Can act as a nice decoration.

Still haven’t made up your mind?

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More: Best Teaching Backgrounds

There are many teaching background ideas to get inspiration from! Check out our other ideas and see if anything catches your eye for your VIPKid teacher background!

In Conclusion

The VIPKid teaching background can help teachers stand out and get more students. If you would like to learn more about VIPKid, check out our VIPKid review.

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Useful Links:

• Secondary Reward Systems for online teaching
• ESL Games for students
• Feedback Panda for student feedback
• Online Teacher Resource Kit