Indonesia was hit by the corona virus in early 2020. To minimize the spread of the coronavirus, the Indonesian government decided to implement an online learning system. This transition to the learning system requires a new strategy for teaching because the learning process is carried out differently, which was previously done in the classroom but is now done online. This study aims to explain based on teachers' strategies on online learning in teaching English during the COVID-19 pandemic and to describe the extent of these strategies can help teachers’ on online learning in teaching English. This study used a descriptive qualitative method. The subject of this study were two English teachers at SMPN 5 Sragen. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The data were analyzed through data collection, data condensation, data display, and conclusion. The findings showed that English teachers applied several strategy in teaching English on online learning during COVID-19 pandemic. The strategies were applying indirect learning strategy, time management, using technology, using interesting learning media, build communication with students. These strategies are very helpful for teachers in teaching with the help of technological tools and learning applications by using videos to teach can make students don’t get bored easily bored and these strategies can also facilitate students in achieving learning goals in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.