ACT Teacher - Homewood-Floosmoor, IL

Kaplan; Illinois; Remote; USD 48,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

401K plan

Free or discounted classes for you or

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kaplan delivers innovative interventions and prep programs to help students reach their potential. You will teach ACT students onsite in a classroom at a local high school in Homewood-Flossmoor, IL, with classes from October to March, about 2–3 times a week.

There are also opportunities to tutor college-bound students virtually during the year, with paid training both content areas and modalities. As an ACT Teacher you’ll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, prepare students

Qualifications

• Scores within the 90th percentile of the ACT.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work independently with a remote manager.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exam prep and educational content.
• Prepare students using a curated curriculum to immerse them in ACT language.
• Support students in and out of class to foster critical thinking.
• Engage in ongoing training, coaching and development.
• Maintain a part-time teaching schedule and explore other interests.
• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training from home.

Skills

ACT prep

Teaching

Remote collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Kaplan delivers innovative interventions and prep programs that help students advance their education to realize their potential. Our team uses teaching methods based on carefully curated curriculum and score-boosting strategies, and delivers unparalleled practice that adapts to the learner.

In this role you will teach ACT students onsite in an engaging classroom environment. Teaching will take place at a local high school during school hours, with classes running from October -March and typically 2-3 times a week. Teachers may also have the opportunity to teach and tutor college-bound students in a virtual setting throughout the year. You will receive paid training for both content areas and modalities.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exam prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs
• Prepare students for their exams using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the ACT
• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking and logic
• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development
• Enjoy a part-time teaching schedule that allows you to explore other professional interests
• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home

Job Title

ACT Teacher - Homewood-Floosmoor, IL

Job Description

Kaplan delivers innovative interventions and prep programs that help students advance their education to realize their potential. Our team uses teaching methods based on carefully curated curriculum and score-boosting strategies, and delivers unparalleled practice that adapts to the learner.

In this role you will teach ACT students onsite in an engaging classroom environment. Teaching will take place at a local high school during school hours, with classes running from October -March and typically 2-3 times a week. Teachers may also have the opportunity to teach and tutor college-bound students in a virtual setting throughout the year. You will receive paid training for both content areas and modalities.

As An ACT Teacher You’ll

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exam prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs
• Prepare students for their exams using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the ACT
• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking and logic
• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development
• Enjoy a part-time teaching schedule that allows you to explore other professional interests
• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home

Benefits Include

• Access to Health and Welfare Plans
• 401K plan
• Free or discounted classes for you or immediate family members
• Employee Discounts ... including travel, local deals, and health and wellness offers
• Competitive in-person teaching rate of $75/hr. Any online tutoring paid at $35/hr.

Candidates Must

• Have scores within the 90th percentile of the ACT
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work independently with a remote manager.

Location

Virtual IL

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area

Instructors

Business Unit

00092 Kaplan Health

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here. Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information. Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.