Join Our Team of Professional Tutors
Are you a master of the whiteboard, a genius at explaining the inexplicable? Do you have the patience of a saint, the enthusiasm of a cheerleader, and the ability to turn academic despair into "Aha!" moments? As a Professional L2 Academic Tutor, you'll become the academic lifeline for students struggling through homework, test prep, and term papers. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to transform confused students into confident scholars—armed with flashcards, highlighters, and an uncanny ability to simplify even the most convoluted topics. Get ready to embrace the chaos, celebrate the small victories, and answer the age-old question: "Will I ever use this in real life?"
Benefits of Becoming a Tutor
Flexible hours: You set your schedule, so whether you're a night owl or an early bird, you can work when it suits you.
Rewarding work: Watching a student's "lightbulb moment" is worth more than a million likes on social media.
Sharpen your skills: You'll not only reinforce your own knowledge, but you'll get to explain concepts in new and creative ways.
Variety: No two tutoring experiences are alike, so you'll never have the same day twice.
Be a hero (no cape required): Helping students succeed academically gives you that warm, fuzzy, superhero feeling.
Paid to learn: Keep up with current trends and curriculum, so you’re always learning something new—no tuition required.
Instant popularity: Parents, students, and teachers will sing your praises (and maybe even bribe you with cookies during finals season).
Job Summary
Summary of essential
job functions
Provide individualized, one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions in a variety of subjects (K-16)
Help students with homework, exam preparation, and essay writing, all while keeping their panic levels to a minimum.
Customize lesson plans and teaching methods to suit each student's unique learning style, whether they're a visual learner, auditory learner, or tactile learner.
Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to help them improve academically (and possibly become their unofficial life coach) ;-)
Assist with study strategies, test-taking techniques, and time management skills to help students tackle their workload like pros.
Maintain detailed records of tutoring sessions and student progress—because "I swear I studied" just won't cut it.
Communicate regularly with students, colleagues, and admin staff to ensure everyone is on the same page and moving toward academic success.
Stay current on curriculum changes, educational standards, and best practices (while secretly wondering how math keeps getting harder) :-)
Offer moral support during late-night cram sessions and last-minute paper edits—extra points if you can offer snacks. ;-)
Minimum requirements
Over the top interest in education and a strong academic background with a proven track record of success.(bonus points if you actually enjoyed calculus in college).
Proven experience (formal or informal) as a tutor, teacher, or educational wizard.
A superhero mentality minus the cape (unless you really want to wear one, we don’t judge) ready and willing to establish rapport and build trust with students.
Strong knowledge of the subject matter(s) you're tutoring—whether it's English literature, algebra or organic chemistry.
Ability to help students build confidence and independence in their learning process (and maybe convince them that studying can be fun).
Excellent communication skills with the ability to break down complex topics into bite-sized pieces.
Patience, empathy, and a knack for making learning fun (or at least less painful).
Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail.
Flexibility to work during evenings or weekends—because learning doesn't always happen during office hours.
A TED Talk guru with excellent presentation skills that would make even Simon Sinek jealous.
Must be physically able to lift 40 pounds
Must be self-motivated and highly proficient
Must possess excellent time management skills
Must be adaptable and flexible
Must be professional, punctual, and responsible.
