ACT Test Prep Instructors

Sylvan Learning Center; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center in Altoona, IA is seeking energetic ACT prep tutors to work with high school students after school. You will deliver the Sylvan curriculum in one-on-one and small-group sessions at our learning center, with evening and weekend hours as needed.

Open to college students and graduates with strong SAT/ACT scores; four-year degree preferred; training and materials provided. This is not a remote position and requires enthusiasm, reliability, and a passion for helping students

Qualifications

• Four year degree or equivalent required.
• Strong score on the SAT and/or ACT.
• Previous teaching or training experience preferred.
• Evening and weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, engage, and motivate students
• Manage small group teaching environment
• Track, evaluate, document, and manage individual student performance
• Communicate progress and results to the Center Director
• Ensure students achieve their highest possible test scores
• Teach using Sylvan based programs
• Develop rapport with students and establish a fun learning environment
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and Sylvan

Skills

Teaching experience

SAT/ACT prep knowledge

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

ACT Prep Tutors Wanted for Fun After-School Tutoring!

Sylvan Learning is the industry leader in providing supplemental education to children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. We are seeking smart, dynamic individuals to work with our high school students on preparing for theSATand/or ACT. Math tutoring, reading tutoring, and writing tutoring of individual students from elementary school through high school may also be available.

In this role, our college prep teachers deliver our proven curriculum to students at our learning center in individual and small group format. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspire,engage, and motivate students
• Manage small group teaching environment
• Track, evaluate, document, and manage individual student performance
• Communicate progress and results to the Center Director
• Ensure students achieve their highest possible test scores
• Teach using Sylvan based programs
• Develop rapport with students and establish a fun learning environment
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and Sylvan

REQUIREMENTS

• Four year degree or equivalent required
• Strong score on theSATand/or ACT
• Previous teaching or training experience preferred
• Evening and weekend availability required

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

• If you enjoy working with and inspiring students, this is the job for you. (We want you to be happy here!)
• You will use pre-planned lessons. They are straightforward, easy to manage, and fun to teach
• We provide the training, curriculum and resources for success!
• This is NOT a remote position

Choosing Sylvan is about getting results and setting your child up for long-term success. At Sylvan, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. For 40 years, we’ve helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.