Academic Tutor

Prep Academy Tutors

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 41,000

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 premier tutoring service in Richmond, Virginia, is looking for passionate and knowledgeable tutors to provide one-on-one academic support to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and should be committed to personalized instruction. The role offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation above the industry average, making it ideal for educators seeking independence and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Passion for helping students learn and grow.
Commitment to exceptional instruction and service.
Ability to adapt to various learning styles.
Professional, punctual, and organized.

Responsibilities

Provide academic support per Virginia's curriculum.
Design customized tutoring sessions.
Offer remediation or enrichment instruction.
Assign supplemental materials for understanding.
Communicate with parents on student progress.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Exceptional customer service

Strong interpersonal skills

Adaptable to learning styles

Professionalism and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Virginia teaching certificate or equivalent

Teacher certification program enrollment

Teaching experience (2+ years)

Job description

In-Person Private Tutor

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Company: Prep Academy Tutors of Richmond
Job Type: Part-time | Contract

Company Overview

Prep Academy Tutors of Richmond 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 Virginia’s 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 Virginia 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.