Scott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he's worth it
Scott Remer is the only full-time spelling bee coach in the United States, charging $180 per hour for his services. He has coached multiple national champions and is known for his intense coaching style and deep understanding of language. Many families believe his coaching is worth the cost, although some find his rates prohibitively expensive.
- ▪Scott Remer is the only full-time professional coach for elite spellers in the U.S.
- ▪He has coached five national champions and currently has 34 students.
- ▪Remer charges $180 per hour and takes a percentage of the winnings from his students.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onScott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he's worth itScott Remer is the country's only full-time, professional coach for kids competing in the Scripps National Spelling BeeByBEN NUCKOLS Associated PressMay 23, 2026, 12:01 AM1:12This undated photo provided by Scott Remer shows Remer, who is the country's only full-time, professional coach for elite spellers.
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