Elementary School Tutor & Teacher (K-5)

Prep Academy Tutors

Downers Grove (IL)

On-site

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 private tutoring company in Downers Grove is looking for passionate and reliable In-Person Private Tutors. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, and previous teaching experience is highly valued. This role involves providing tailored academic support to students of all ages, ensuring effective communication with parents about student progress. The company offers flexible scheduling and above-average compensation to its tutors, fostering a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

Certified teachers or subject area experts are preferred.
Must be professional, punctual, and organized.
Experience in enhancement or remedial instruction is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide academic support based on Illinois curriculum standards.
Maintain communication with parents/guardians about progress.
Tailor instructions to fit individual learning styles.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic about helping students learn and grow

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to adapt to a wide range of learning styles and students needs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Full job description:

In-Person Private Tutor

Location: Use one of the groups of towns provided in email

Company: Prep Academy Tutors – DuPage County

Job Type: Contract / Part-time

Company Overview

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

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

Job Summary

We are seeking knowledgeable, reliable and passionate tutors to join our 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.
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 teachers, subject area experts (e.g., graduate students, engineers), 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 students needs.
Professional, punctual, dependable 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.

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