Online Tutor & Critical Thinking Mentor

Upswing; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Upswing is seeking tutors to empower students through Socratic questioning and guided inquiry in an online classroom.

You will conduct sessions, help develop critical thinking, and respond promptly to session requests. A reliable setup and strong communication are essential for success in this remote tutoring role.

This position requires 2–5 hours per week during fall and spring semesters, with payments handled via PayPal.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise or advanced subject knowledge.
• Reliable high-speed internet and quiet workspace.
• Laptop with camera and microphone.
• Can tutor 2–5 hours weekly during fall/spring.
• PayPal payments accepted.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster student independence using the Socratic method.
• Help students develop critical thinking skills.
• Conduct online sessions via a virtual classroom featuring video, audio, chat, and a whiteboard.
• Maintain responsiveness to session requests.

Skills

Socratic method

Critical thinking

Online tutoring

Verbal & written communication

Reliable internet

Quiet workspace

Laptop with camera

PayPal payments

Part-time availability

Job description

Upswing is seeking tutors to empower students through Socratic questioning and guided inquiry in an online classroom.

You will conduct sessions, help develop critical thinking, and respond promptly to session requests. A reliable setup and strong communication are essential for success in this remote tutoring role.

This position requires 2–5 hours per week during fall and spring semesters, with payments handled via PayPal.