Part-Time Math Tutor Role - Ed-Tech Career Growth

Think Academy US; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Academy US, a TAL Education Group subsidiary, is seeking a part-time remote Math Tutor to support K-12 students with 1-on-1 instruction and curriculum-driven teaching. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling and professional communication with families.

Compensation is $25/hour in a W2 arrangement, with no health insurance or 401(k) benefits. Ideal for students, recent graduates, or professionals seeking supplemental income in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Strong math foundation; STEM‑related or Education majors preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with students and parents.
• Tutoring or classroom teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-on-1 support to students and reinforce concepts from Think Academy math classes.
• Help students work through questions, homework, or areas of difficulty.
• Submit weekly availability and teach sessions booked within open slots.
• Communicate professionally with students and parents about progress and improvements.

Skills

1-on-1 tutoring

Communication

Curriculum-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Ed-tech platform

Job description

Part-Time Math Tutor Role - Ed-Tech Career Growth — Remote

This part-time tutoring role at Think Academy offers a low-barrier entry point into the ed-tech sector, but it's worth evaluating what it delivers for your career trajectory.

Compensation context: $25/hour is a standard market rate for part-time K‑12 math tutoring. Platforms like Wyzant and Varsity Tutors typically pay $18–$30/hour for similar roles, so Think Academy is competitive within the tutoring market. However, as a part-time W2 role, there are no benefits like health insurance or 401(k), which limits total compensation value.

• 1-on-1 instructional communication — highly transferable to corporate training, curriculum design, or full-time teaching
• Experience with a structured, curriculum-driven ed-tech platform (TAL Education Group is a major NYSE-listed company)
• Parent-facing communication, useful in education administration or customer success roles

Green flags: W2 classification (not 1099) means you're a true employee with legal protections. TAL Education Group's backing adds institutional credibility to your resume.

Red flags / limitations: No clear path to full-time employment is mentioned. Session volume depends on student demand, so income is unpredictable. The role is best suited for education students, recent graduates building teaching experience, or professionals seeking supplemental income — not those seeking a primary career move.

Best fit: Pre-service teachers, STEM graduates, or education professionals who want to build a tutoring portfolio with a reputable brand.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only)

Compensation: $25/hour

About Think Academy

Think Academy US , a wholly owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is a leading education company dedicated to helping K‑12 students build strong academic foundations, confidence in math, and long‑term learning ability through high-quality teaching and thoughtfully designed curriculum.

What You'll Do

• Provide 1-on-1 support to students, reinforcing concepts from their long-term Think Academy math class
• Help students work through specific questions, homework, or areas of difficulty
• Submit your weekly availability; teach sessions as students book them within your open slots
• Communicate professionally with students (and parents, as needed) about progress and areas for improvement

Schedule & Compensation

• Part‑time — you submit your available time slots each week, and students book sessions within those slots
• Sessions are scheduled based on student demand within your submitted availability
• Compensation: $25/hour

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Strong math foundation; Math, STEM‑related, or Education majors preferred
• Passion for teaching and supporting student growth; strong communication skills
• Tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or classroom teaching experience is a plus
• Math competition background (e.g., AMC, Math Kangaroo) is a plus

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.