Academic Tutor

Prep Academy Tutors

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 35,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Independence in managing students

Job summary

A dedicated tutoring service in Cook County seeks passionate and knowledgeable tutors to provide one-on-one support for students. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and possess strong interpersonal skills. The role offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team environment. Join us to help students thrive academically.

Qualifications

Hold a valid Illinois State teaching certificate or equivalent.
Currently enrolled in a teacher certification program.
2+ years of experience teaching in a school.
Experience as a lecturer or course instructor.
Master's or PhD student with teaching assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide academic support aligned with Illinois curriculum standards.
Design and deliver customized tutoring sessions.
Offer remedial or enrichment instruction.
Assign supplemental materials for understanding.
Maintain communication with parents on student progress.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to adapt to learning styles

Professional, punctual, and organized

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

In-Person Private Tutor

Location: Cook County, Illinois
Company: Prep Academy Tutors of Cook County
Job Type: Part-time | Contract

Company Overview

Prep Academy Tutors of Cook County is a premier provider of private, in-home tutoring. We proudly serve students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 throughout the Richmond area. Our approach is flexible, personalized, and curriculum-based, helping students thrive academically with support that fits their unique learning needs.

We hire only the best—certified teachers, subject matter experts, and aspiring educators—and we offer above-average industry pay to reflect the quality of instruction we provide.

Job Summary

We are seeking passionate, knowledgeable, and reliable tutors to join our Richmond team. You will work one-on-one with students to support their academic success across a range of subjects, tailoring your approach to fit individual learning styles.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide academic support based on expertise and alignment with the Illinois curriculum standards.
Design and deliver customized tutoring sessions in a variety of subjects.
Offer remedial or enrichment instruction based on each student’s needs.
Assign supplemental materials to enhance understanding and retention.
Maintain open communication with parents/guardians to report on student progress and goals.

Qualifications & Skills

We are looking for certified educators, subject matter experts (e.g., engineers, graduate students), and soon-to-be teachers who meet the following criteria:

Energetic and enthusiastic about helping students learn and grow.
Committed to providing exceptional, personalized instruction and customer service.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to adapt to a wide range of learning styles and student needs.
Professional, punctual, and organized.

Requirements

All applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and meet at least one of the following:

Hold a valid Illinois State teaching certificate (or equivalent from another state).
Currently enrolled in a teacher certification program.
Have 2+ years of experience teaching in a private, public, or charter school.
Have experience as a lecturer or course instructor at an accredited U.S. college or university.
Are a Master’s or PhD student with experience as a teaching assistant at a U.S. university or college.