Elementary School Tutor & Teacher (K-5)

Prep Academy Tutors Hamilton; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation - above industry average pay

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Independence in managing students and schedule

Job summary

A premier academic tutoring service is seeking knowledgeable, reliable, and passionate tutors to provide one-on-one support to students in Naperville, Illinois. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a commitment to personalized instruction. Responsibilities include aligning tutoring sessions with Illinois curriculum standards and maintaining effective communication with parents. This part-time role offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional development. Join us today to make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Certified teachers, subject area experts, or soon-to-be teachers.
• Experience helping students learn and grow.
• Ability to provide exceptional personalized instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support based on Illinois curriculum standards.
• Offer remediation or enrichment instruction based on student needs.
• Maintain communication with parents/guardians regarding progress.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to adapt to various learning styles

Professional, punctual, dependable, and organized

Adaptable teaching

Punctual & organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certification program

2+ years teaching experience

Lecturer/instructor experience

Graduate/PhD student TA experience

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.

Benefits And Perks

• Competitive compensation - above industry average pay
• Flexible scheduling – work around your availability
• Professional development and networking opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Independence – manage your own students and schedule

Join Us Today!

If you’re passionate about education and want to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic success, we’d love to hear from you!