Private Equity Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)

Wall Street Prep, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 92,250 - 147,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development through Train-the-Trainer Program

All travel and accommodation expenses covered

Opportunities to expand professional network

Job summary

Wall Street Prep, Inc. in New York seeks a Private Equity Instructor to deliver training and mentorship to aspiring finance professionals. You will facilitate both live and virtual sessions, ensuring students gain crucial skills for their careers in finance.

The ideal candidate has substantial investment banking and private equity experience, along with a passion for teaching. This role demands a commitment of approximately 40 training days annually, with competitive compensation and all travel costs covered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of investment banking experience at a bulge bracket firm.
• Minimum 2+ years of private equity experience at a leading firm.
• Strong accounting and financial modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live in-person and virtual training seminars.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and update training materials.
• Provide personalized mentorship through one-on-one tutoring sessions.

Skills

Investment banking expertise

Private equity knowledge

Financial modeling

Excel expertise

Mentoring skills

Education

MBA from a top business school

Job description

About Wall Street Prep

Founded in 2004 by investment bankers, Wall Street Prep (WSP) is a leading provider of professional skills training in financial and valuation modeling. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and the real world by equipping finance professionals and students with practical, hands‑on skills.

We partner with top‑tier investment banks, private equity and investment management firms, Fortune 500 companies, and elite undergraduate and MBA programs. Our training is delivered through engaging in‑person classroom sessions and via our industry‑leading online learning platform, all designed by experienced finance professionals.

New York

Position Overview

As a Private Equity Instructor, you will have the unique opportunity to teach, mentor, and inspire some of the brightest minds and future leaders in finance. In this role, you will:

• Serve as a lead facilitator for private equity and financial modeling classroom training sessions.
• Help students and professionals master the skills and insights necessary to excel in their finance careers.
• Enhance your presentation and public speaking skills, expand your professional network, and establish yourself as a thought leader in the financial services industry.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in investment banking and private equity, paired with a passion for teaching and knowledge‑sharing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver live in‑person and virtual training seminars to corporate, undergraduate, and MBA clients, including:
  • Investment banks, private equity firms, and corporate clients.
  • Top‑tier business schools and professional development programs.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, including:
  • Editing and updating training materials to ensure relevance and accuracy.
  • Developing new course content tailored to client needs.
• Provide personalized mentorship through one‑on‑one tutoring sessions.
• Complete WSP’s Train‑the‑Trainer Program, a structured professional development initiative for new instructors.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience:
  • Minimum 2+ years of investment banking experience at a bulge bracket firm.
  • Minimum 2+ years of private equity experience at a leading firm.
• Education:
  • MBA from a top business school preferred but not required.
• Skills & Passion:
  • Strong accounting, financial modeling, and Excel expertise.
  • A genuine passion for teaching and mentoring.
• Availability:
  • Commitment to approximately 40 training days per year, with additional availability during:
    • Summer months (May–September): Monday–Friday availability is highly desirable.
    • Fall and Spring semesters: Weekday and weekend availability is highly desirable.
  • Ability to conduct week‑long or multi‑week seminars is highly desirable.
  • Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally.
• Compensation:
  • Highly competitive daily rate.
• All travel and accommodation expenses covered by WSP.
• Paid professional development through WSP’s Train‑the‑Trainer Program.
• Opportunities to deepen your expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and valuation modeling.
• Expand your professional network across top‑tier finance institutions.
• Develop exceptional public speaking and presentation skills.
• Join an energetic, entrepreneurial‑minded team that values collaboration and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wall Street Prep is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and strive to create a work environment where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves.