What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Tutor position at The Tutoring Center?
Job description:
At The Tutoring Center, we are committed to helping each student reach his or her potential by delivering customized instruction focused on the individual student.
The Tutoring Center Academic Instructors are an essential part of our team. We are looking for motivated, professional, and knowledgeable individuals who enjoy working with students and helping them build confidence and achieve academic success. Academic Instructors work with students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, providing individualized instruction based on each student's specific academic needs.
We are currently hiring for part-time Academic Instructor positions, with a strong preference for candidates who have a high level of proficiency in mathematics.
Benefits of working for The Tutoring Center include:
- Competitive Pay. Earn $15–$18 per hour depending on experience, qualifications, and tutoring assignment.
- Paid Training Program. We provide an in-depth, mandatory training program to prepare you for our instructional approach. Previous tutoring or teaching experience is a plus.
- Ongoing Support. Friendly support from our office staff and additional training opportunities to help you become an effective instructor.
- Unique Books and Materials. Use our structured academic resources designed to help students strengthen their skills and succeed in school.
- Tutoring Sessions. Our primary tutoring hours are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 PM–7:30 PM. Instructors do not necessarily need to be available for the entire time, but consistent availability within these hours is preferred.
- Focus on Individual Students. Work with students one-on-one or in small groups and provide instruction tailored to their individual academic needs.
- Opportunity to Make an Impact. Help students develop stronger academic skills, confidence, study habits, and a positive approach to learning.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have your own reliable transportation (car)
- Be available during weekday afternoon and evening hours, particularly Monday through Thursday from 3:30 PM–7:30 PM
- Be comfortable working with students ranging from Kindergarten through 12th grade
- Have strong academic skills, with strong mathematics skills preferred
- Be comfortable teaching subjects such as elementary and middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and other high school-level mathematics
- Have experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or working with children or teenagers
- Be patient, encouraging, professional, and able to build positive relationships with students
- Be able to explain concepts clearly and adapt instruction to different learning styles and ability levels
- Be dependable, punctual, and comfortable working in a structured tutoring environment
- Be currently attending or have graduated from a college or university with strong academic performance
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Ability to Commute:
- Long Grove, IL 60047
Work Location: In person
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18