SAT/ACT Language Teacher, Upward Bound Program

Wilkes University; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Wilkes University invites applicants for an open SAT/ACT Language high school teaching position in the Upward Bound Program. The successful candidate will implement the academic component by assisting 11th-grade students in preparing for the English, Reading, and Writing sections of the SAT and ACT, reviewing test sections and Pre-ACT scores, and reinforcing effective test-taking strategies.

The position is part-time and temporary for Fall 2026 with an hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or related field.
• Knowledge of SAT and ACT formats and scoring.
• Experience working with high school students or college-prep programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead two 50‑minute SAT/ACT language sessions each Thursday.
• Review Pre-ACT scores and reinforce test-taking strategies.
• Provide reading, grammar, and writing support to build confidence and improve performance.

Skills

SAT/ACT Language instruction

High school tutoring

Test-taking strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or English

Job description

Wilkes University invites applicants for an open SAT/ACT Language high school teaching position in the Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO Program that provides support to high school students in career exploration, preparation for college, and ultimately, their higher education pursuits.

The successful candidate is responsible for implementing the academic component of the program by assisting 11th-grade students in preparing for the English, Reading, and Writing sections of the SAT and ACT. Instruction will include reviewing relevant test sections and Pre-ACT scores, reinforcing effective test-taking strategies, identifying areas for improvement, and teaching students how to effectively prepare and study for the SAT and ACT. The instructor will also provide supplemental support in reading comprehension, grammar, writing, and other language skills to help students build confidence and strengthen their performance on these college entrance exams.

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education, English, and/or a related field is preferred. Current knowledge and experience with both the SAT and ACT are required. Experience working with high school students or in a college-preparatory program is preferred.

Please note that this is a part-time, temporary position for Fall 2026 with an hourly wage. Program dates run from September 24th through December 10th, with classes held Thursday evenings from 6:30 P.M. – 8:20 P.M. The hired teacher will be responsible for two (2), 50-minute class periods each Thursday and will be informed of the schedule ahead of time.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.