Elementary School Tutor & Teacher (K-5)

Prep Academy Tutors; Town of Wheaton (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Independence in scheduling

Job summary

Prep Academy Tutors – DuPage County is seeking knowledgeable, reliable private tutors to join our team. You will work one‑on‑one with students, supporting academic success across subjects and tailoring your approach to different learning styles.

All tutors hold a Bachelor’s degree and meet one of the Illinois teaching-certification options. We offer flexible scheduling and above-average pay, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with one of: Illinois teaching certificate or active teacher-certification program
• 2+ years teaching experience in private/public/charter school or college/university
• Experience as lecturer or course instructor at a U.S. college/university
• Master’s or PhD student with teaching assistant experience

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.

Skills

Energetic

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability to learning styles

Professional and organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Illinois teaching certificate or equivalent

Teacher certification program enrollment

2+ years teaching experience

Lecturer or course instructor experience

Master’s/PhD student with teaching assistant 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:

• 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

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