Academic Tutor – Reading, Writing, Executive Functioning & Test Preparation

TLC - The Treatment & Learning Centers, Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,104 - 60,614; Part time

Job summary

TLC, The Treatment and Learning Centers is seeking an experienced academic tutor to provide individualized instruction to middle school, high school, and college students in reading comprehension, written expression, executive functioning, study skills, college readiness, and standardized test preparation. This is a part-time, in-person role based at our Rockville, MD center (5–10 hours per week).

You will work with neurodiverse students, develop personalized learning plans, monitor progress,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in Education, English, Reading, Special Education, or related field.
• Strong background in reading comprehension, writing instruction, and academic support.
• Experience tutoring neurodivergent students with learning differences.
• Must have tutoring/teaching experience with middle school, high school, and/or college students.
• Excellent writing, communication, executive functioning, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with standardized test preparation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support reading comprehension, written expression, and academic skill development for middle school, high school, and college students.
• Support students with academic writing, including essays, research papers, and college application essays.
• Teach executive functioning skills: organization, time management, planning, prioritization, task initiation, self-monitoring.
• Prepare students for language and writing sections of standardized tests such as the HPST, PSAT, and other exams.
• Develop personalized learning plans based on each student's needs and goals; record progress in the documentation system.
• Monitor student progress and communicate effectively with parents, students, and supervisor.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written expression

Executive functioning

Study skills

College readiness

Test preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Job description

TLC, The Treatment and Learning Centers, is seeking an experienced academic tutor to provide individualized instruction to middle school, high school, and college students in reading comprehension, written expression, executive functioning, study skills, college readiness, and standardized test preparation. This is a part-time (5-10 hours per week) position based in our outpatient center in Rockville, MD. We are seeking a tutor who is passionate about helping students with varying needs including neurodiverse profiles and learning disabilities to strengthen academic skills, develop independence, build confidence, and achieve success in school, college, and beyond.

Come and be part of a collaborative team!

The Treatment and Learning Centers (TLC) is a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1950. Each year, TLC's programs serve more than 2,000 neurodiverse individuals with a wide range of educational, developmental, and mental health needs. Our interdisciplinary team includes psychologists, counselors, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, tutors, and educators who work together to help students and families achieve meaningful success.

Competitive hourly rate of $40-$44 per hour, depending on experience. This is an in-person position.

Job Responsibilities

• Support reading comprehension, written expression, and academic skill development to middle school, high school, and college students
• Support students with academic writing, including essays, research papers, and college application essays
• Teach executive functioning skills, including organization, time management, planning, prioritization, task initiation, and self-monitoring
• Prepare students for the language and writing sections of standardized tests such as the
• HPST, PSAT, and other entrance or placement exams
• Develop personalized learning plans based on each student's needs and goals and record the progress in our documentation system
• Monitor student progress and communicate effectively with parents, students, and supervisor

Experience and Skills

Job Requirements for the Tutor:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Education, English, Reading, Special Education, or a related field
• Strong background in reading comprehension, writing instruction, and academic support
• Experience working with neurodivergent students with learning differences
• MUST have experience tutoring or teaching middle school, high school, and/or college students, particularly students requiring differential learning approaches
• Excellent writing, communication, executive functioning, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with standardized test preparation strategies
• Ability to motivate students and adapt instruction to different learning styles

Hours and Expectations -

TLC is open until 7pm Monday - Thursday and until 5pm on Fridays. Saturday hours are 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Candidates must be available to work after-school and/or evening hours. Saturday availability is a plus.