SAT/ACT Test Prep Instructor (Part-Time)

Location: Bellevue, WA 98005
Position Type: Part-Time (Hybrid: In-Person / Remote if needed)

Overview

Our learning center is seeking a highly qualified SAT/ACT Test Prep Instructor specializing in Reading & Writing or Math. The ideal candidate demonstrates deep content knowledge, strong pedagogical skills, and a proven ability to guide students toward competitive score gains on standardized assessments.

This position requires a strong command of test-taking methodology, data-driven instruction, and the ability to deliver structured, strategy-focused lessons to high school students.

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction for SAT/ACT Reading & Writing and/or Math following a structured curriculum.
• Teach explicit test-taking strategies, including pacing, elimination, logical reasoning, and time management.
• Administer and analyze full-length diagnostic tests; generate individualized progress plans based on student performance data.
• Provide timely, detailed feedback to students and maintain ongoing communication with parents regarding academic progress.
• Maintain expertise in the digital SAT format, including updated question types, scoring, and College Board standards.
• Foster a professional, goal-oriented learning environment that emphasizes academic rigor and student confidence.
• Collaborate with the academic team to ensure instructional quality and consistency across programs.

Role-Specific Skills

For SAT Reading & Writing

• Mastery of grammar, sentence structure, rhetoric, transitions, and logic-based reading comprehension.
• Ability to teach students how to analyze argument structure, tone, author’s purpose, and evidence-based reasoning.
• Experience helping students improve accuracy through strategy instruction rather than memorization alone.

For SAT Math

• Strong proficiency in Algebra, Advanced Math (functions, polynomials), Problem-Solving, and Data Analysis.
• Ability to break down multi-step reasoning processes and model efficient, test-aligned problem-solving approaches.
• Understanding of common SAT math traps and student misconceptions.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Mathematics, Education, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years of SAT/ACT teaching or tutoring experience with documented student outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage small-group and 1:1 instruction effectively.
• Exceptional communication, professionalism, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with digital teaching platforms (Zoom, Google Workspace, ClassIn).
• Ability to follow structured curriculum while exercising professional judgment to meet student needs.

Preferred

• Evidence of significant student score improvement (e.g., 100 Reading/Writing, 120 Math).
• Experience with AP/IB courses (AP Lang, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Physics).
• Familiarity with learning differences and instructional differentiation.

Schedule & Work Expectations

• Part-time schedule; typical teaching hours fall between:
• Weekdays: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Weekends: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM (rotational or assigned schedules)
• Minimum 2–3 in-person teaching days per week required.
• Hybrid teaching model: On-site instruction supplemental remote teaching as needed.
• Occasional trainings, team meetings, or academic planning sessions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and teaching performance.
• Flexible scheduling within center operating hours.
• Employee tuition discounts.
• Supportive, collaborative teaching environment.

About Our Center

Located in Bellevue, WA, our learning center provides structured, academically rigorous programs in English, Writing, ESL, and Test Preparation. We emphasize instructional quality, measurable outcomes, and the development of core reasoning skills essential for long-term academic success. Our team of educators shares a commitment to professionalism, student growth, and continuous improvement.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bellevue, WA 98005

Salary : $30 - $50