Online Biology Tutor

Learner Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work environment

Set your own hours

High quality student referrals

Supportive tutor community

Professional development opportunities

Cancellations compensated within 24h

100% of hourly rate retained

Job summary

Learner Education is seeking experienced Biology Tutors who can confidently support students in Biology from middle school through college level. The ideal tutor can also teach other Science subjects such as Chemistry or Environmental Science, and may tutor Math to increase availability.

This is a fully remote contract role with flexible scheduling. We require a Bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years of professional teaching or tutoring, 1+ year of U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of professional teaching or tutoring experience.
• At least 1 year of U.S. teaching or tutoring experience.
• Must have taught or tutored within the past 2 years.
• At least 1 year of online tutoring experience.
• Strong understanding of the U.S. curriculum and grading standards.
• Must have biology subject matter expertise and ability to tutor other science subjects.
• Ability to tutor science from 6th grade to college level.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Peak-hour availability Mon–Thu 3–10 PM ET is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Biology students from middle school through college online.
• Teach other science subjects such as Chemistry or Environmental Science as needed.
• Possibly assist with Math tutoring to increase schedule availability.
• Maintain a quiet, professional online tutoring environment.

Skills

Biology tutoring

Online tutoring

Communication skills

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Biology Tutor (Contract)
Location: Remote
Hours: Set Your Own Schedule
Pay: $25.00/hr

About Learner Education

Learner Education is on a mission to help students reach their full academic potential through personalized 1 to 1 online tutoring. We believe that confidence, clarity, and genuine connection are the foundation of academic success. Our tutors support students across the United States through flexible, remote sessions that meet learners where they are.

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Biology Tutors who can confidently support students in Biology from middle school through college level. The ideal tutor can also teach other Science subjects such as Chemistry, Environmental Science, or general high school science. The ability to tutor Math is a plus and can increase your schedule availability. This is a fully remote contract role with flexible scheduling.

What We Offer

• Flexible remote work environment
• Ability to set your own hours
• High quality student referrals
• Supportive community of tutors for collaboration and growth
• Professional development opportunities
• Compensation for student cancellations within 24 hours
• Tutors retain 100 percent of their hourly rate

To ensure the best experience for students, applicants must meet all requirements listed below.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years of professional teaching or tutoring experience
• At least 1 year of relevant U.S. teaching or tutoring experience
• Must have taught or tutored within the past 2 years
• At least 1 year of online tutoring experience
• Strong understanding of the U.S. curriculum and grading standards
• Strong subject matter expertise in Biology, with the ability to tutor additional Science subjects
• Ability to tutor Science subjects between 6th grade and college level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Tutors with availability during peak hours (Monday through Thursday, 3 to 10 PM ET) can connect with more students. Broader weekday and weekend availability is a plus
• Fast and reliable internet connection
• Computer or laptop with microphone and camera. A stylus pen is highly recommended for clear annotations
• Quiet and professional environment

Onboarding & Activation Timeline

As we prepare for upcoming seasonal student demand, onboarding and tutor activation will take place on a staggered schedule based on contract signing date.

• August 1 – August 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 1
• August 15 – September 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 15

Tutors will receive ongoing communication and updates throughout the waiting period.

Why Join Learner?

• Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with the ability to set your own schedule
• Work remotely and build your tutoring career with us
• Access a supportive community of tutors for ongoing collaboration and growth
• Enhance your professional skills through development opportunities
• Help students from diverse backgrounds succeed in their education

Important clarification about experience
TA experience, peer tutoring, grader roles, SI positions, or lab assistant-only experience do not meet the requirements for this role. Applicants must have direct, professional teaching or tutoring experience with students.