What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tutor - SAT / ACT Reading and Writing position at Loudoun Test Prep?
Loudoun Test Prep is seeking dynamic, motivated, and innovative individuals to join our team in providing academic support and mentorship to students living in Loudoun County and the surrounding area. We are seeking candidates with varying availability who can commit to at least one year with our company.
Job Description: As an SAT/ACT Reading and Writing Tutor for Loudoun Test Prep, you’ll be responsible for helping students build their skill set and confidence as they approach the reading and writing sections of these standardized tests. We specialize in small-group and individual tutoring over several testing seasons. You'll be talking to parents about student progress and helping students find the best way to gain measured improvements over eight weeks. Consistent schedules grow the best relationship with students at LTP.
Hours: Classes are taught in 8-week sessions. Individual tutoring is scheduled around class schedules. Consistent availability during any 8 week session is vital to success for instructors and students.
eg: If you say you’re only available on Saturdays and Sundays, you would be assigned classes or individual tutoring on those days.
Monday-Thursday: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday/Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
*Some individual tutoring may occur before and/or after these times.
Compensation: $35-40/hr, varies according to experience and qualifications. All candidates participate in a paid 4-8 week long training/shadowing program.
Hours per week: Between 15-25 hours per week, depending on candidate availability.
Job Type: Part-time W2 Employee
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (or gender identity), national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Plan sessions with students based on scores and targeted weak areas in Reading and Writing
- Assign homework expressly for the purpose of helping students improve: no busy work!
- Ensure that all approaches and interactions with student encourage psychological well-being
- Reliable transportation is an absolute must.
Qualifications:
- Completion of a BA/BS in English, Social Sciences or Educational Studies highly encouraged to apply
- Experience taking standardized tests is highly desirable
- Practice SAT assessment required after initial interview
Knowledge, Skill Sets, and Qualities: To really excel in this job, the ideal candidate would be great at:
- Communicating effectively with students and parents
- Teaching various methods and approaches to help students understand the reading and writing concepts that they’re struggling with as it relates to the SAT/ACT exam
- Ability to problem solve and think critically in different situations
Skills and Traits We Value:
- Clear, confident communicators who love helping others learn.
- Writers who reflect on their own craft and enjoy discussing structure and reasoning.
- Organized, punctual, and professional.
- Curious thinkers who enjoy intellectual challenges and thoughtful discussion.
- Supportive mentors who build students’ confidence, as well as their skills.
Experience in Teaching (Preferred)
Education:Bachelor's (Required)
Location:Ashburn, VA 20147
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Our tutoring runs year-round in 8-week sessions, and we need instructors who can commit to a consistent weekly schedule. Please describe your general availability (days and times) for spring, summer, and fall. If your availability changes by season — for example, due to school or other commitments — please explain how.
- This position is fully in person at our Ashburn, VA location, with evening and weekend shifts. Can you reliably and consistently commute to Ashburn for scheduled sessions?
- Please enter past official SAT Reading/Writing or ACT Reading & English score
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $40