Test Prep Instructor - SAT/ACT/Keystone

TEACH

Test Prep Instructor - SAT/ACT/Keystone

Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    For the past 10 years, TEACH has been supporting students 1-on-1 and in small group settings with exceptional academic, test prep, and enrichment lessons. Our strong connections to local schools and non-profit organizations offer unique opportunities for tutor contractors to be classroom instructors in addition to providing local families with 1-on-1 support. At TEACH we believe tutoring can be a bridge that helps make content more accessible for all students.

    We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic educators who are ready to dismantle educational barriers that students and families face and open up educational opportunities through tutoring.

    Priority Tutor Positions for the 2024-2025 School Year
    We are looking for tutors with prior high school classroom teaching experience to join our SAT/ACT/Keystone instructor team. Prior SAT/ACT teaching experience is not required but preferred.

    High School Test Prep Math and/or ELA/Reading Classroom Instructor

    • Keystone Test Prep Small Group Instructor
    • SAT/ACT Test Prep Classroom Instructor

    Commitment: The commitment is between 1.5 to 6 hours per week. The instructor would need to be available anytime from 8am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday. Exact schedules would be provided in advance.

    Locations include: Philadelphia Metropolitan Area including, but not limited to, Center City, Olney, South Philly, and Hunting Park, and Camden, NJ. Tutors must be open to traveling on-site to these areas and to other areas of the city as needed.

    Required Qualifications

    • 1+ years experience teaching in a high school classroom setting
    • A bachelor's degree from an accredited university
    • Willingness to learn SAT and ACT on the job with TEACH
    • Available to travel locally in the Greater Philadelphia & Camden areas for in-person lessons
    • Ability to complete federal and PA state background checks and clearances
    • A zest for learning and the spark to share and build knowledge with students!

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Prior experience teaching or tutoring SAT and/or ACT
    • Understanding of student-centered and culturally responsive learning practices

    Instructor Responsibilities

    • Prepare engaging lessons and materials to meet students' needs
    • Review student test prep data and coach students on test taking strategies to support their growth
    • Connect with students from diverse backgrounds and educational experiences to maximize their academic potential and to help them achieve their goals
    • Communicate with TEACH office staff and school partners to coordinate tutoring lessons and check-in about student progress in a punctual manner and with attention to detail
    • Participate in professional development opportunities to improve tutoring practice and connect with inspiring educators from around the greater Philadelphia area
    • Submit time-sensitive information using our database and other online documentation

    Compensation

    $60-$100 per hour for ACT/SAT classroom teaching

    About TEACH

    Founded in 2011 and home-grown in Philly, TEACH offers exceptional tutoring and educational programming K-College. TEACH's tutoring approach starts with building strong relationships to promote both academic and social-emotional development through creative, engaging lessons. In a typical academic year, we serve upward of 1600 students through classes and 1-on-1 tutoring, and coordinate partnership programs with 20+ local schools, charter networks, or nonprofits. The majority of our partnerships extend over multiple years and grant cycles. Our team believes that education can be a powerful experience that disrupts the systemic inequities that students, families, and communities face in the Greater Philadelphia area. We strive to increase educational opportunities for students by offering programming at no cost to families through grants with external partners, internal TEACH scholarships, and our Get 1, Give 1 initiative for 1-on-1 lessons. To learn more about TEACH, please visit our website: teacheachstudent.com