MCAT Prep Instructor - Southern California Region

Kaplan; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates starting at $

Travel costs covered by Kaplan

Paid training and prep time

Gift of Knowledge program for family

Job summary

Kaplan North America is hiring MCAT Prep Instructors for the Southern California region. Instructors will teach in-person MCAT classes across regional locations such as USC, UCLA, Irvine, and others, with a flexible part-time schedule and opportunities for remote collaboration during training.

Ideal candidates are current medical students or graduates who can travel within Southern California, possess MCAT scores above 515, and enjoy helping students succeed on admissions exams.

Qualifications

• Scores above 515 on the MCAT.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work independently with a remote manager.
• Passion for helping others achieve their goals.
• Respond to quickly changing needs with agility and flexibility.
• Travel required - lead time, locations and dates will be determined based on business needs and availability.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person MCAT preparation sessions across a variety of regional locations
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver MCAT prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs
• Prepare future doctors for this rigorous exam using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the MCAT
• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking across the sciences
• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time teaching schedule
• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home
• Potential for additional part-time employment opportunities based on business needs and meeting certain requirements

Skills

MCAT 515+

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Remote coordination

Flexibility

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Title

MCAT Prep Instructor - Southern California Region

Job Description

Kaplan North America, the world leader in test preparation, is hiring MCAT test prep enthusiasts to our regional teaching team based in Southern California. In traveling to different locations across the area to teach MCAT preparation classes, this position offers an exciting opportunity to impact future generations of doctors by helping them succeed on their medical school admissions test. Locations serviced by this role may include, but are not limited to: University of Southern California, University of California (Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego) and University of Colorado, Boulder.

If you are looking for a fulfilling job, enjoy exploring new cities and expanding your professional skills and network, this position may be an excellent fit.

Teachers receive paid training, teach from a pre-existing curriculum, and have access to ongoing development to build their teaching, presenting, and mentoring skills.

This is a great role for current medical students, gap-year graduates, upper-level undergraduates preparing for medical school applications, Master’s graduates, PhD candidates, or post-doctoral researchers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach in-person MCAT preparation sessions across a variety of regional locations

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver MCAT prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs

• Prepare future doctors for this rigorous exam using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the MCAT

• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking across the sciences

• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development

• Enjoy a flexible, part-time teaching schedule

• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home

• Potential for additional part-time employment opportunities based on business needs and meeting certain requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Scores above 515 on the MCAT

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to work independently with a remote manager

• Passion for helping others achieve their goals

• Respond to quickly changing needs with agility and flexibility

• Travel required- lead time, locations and dates will be determined based on business needs and availability

WHY SHOULD YOU BE INTERESTED?

• Competitive hourly teaching rates start at $50/hr

• All costs directly associated with travel are paid for by Kaplan

• Paid Training and Preparation Time

• Free/discounted Kaplan courses for qualifying employees or their family members under Kaplan’s Gift of Knowledge Program

Location

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Additional Locations

Virtual CO

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area

Instructors

Business Unit

00073 Kaplan Grad

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.