SAT Tutor (3:30 PM- 6:30 PM)

Sylvan Learning Center; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Curriculum provided

No take-home prep

Positive working environment

Impact on students

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center is seeking an experienced SAT Math and Reading Tutor to help high school students prepare for the SAT. This part-time, in-person role offers structured instruction in SAT Math and SAT Reading/Writing, with opportunities to teach one or both areas based on expertise.

Typical shifts include weekday late afternoons and Saturdays, with paid training and a provided curriculum. You will guide students through test-taking strategies, monitor progress, and create supportive,

Qualifications

• Available during the specified after-school hours.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; teaching credential preferred.
• Experience in tutoring or teaching is preferred.
• Experience with reading and phonics is a plus
• Able to work with groups of up to four students.

Responsibilities

• Provide study-skills and homework support individually and in groups of up to four students.
• Teach organization, time-management, note-taking, and test-preparation strategies.
• Help students plan assignments, projects, and study schedules.
• Support students with completing and understanding homework.
• Follow Sylvan’s instructional methods, curriculum, and preplanned lessons.
• Help students set realistic academic goals and monitor their progress.
• Encourage responsibility, independence, and academic confidence.
• Adapt strategies to each student’s age, learning needs, and school responsibilities.
• Document student progress and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and other instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a structured, professional, and encouraging environment.
• Complete all required Sylvan training.

Skills

SAT Math

SAT Reading

SAT Writing

In-person instruction

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Teaching credential (preferred)

Tools

Tablets

Instructional technology

Job description

Part-Time SAT Math and Reading Academic Instructor/ Tutor

Employment Type: Part-time, in-person

Pay Range: $20- $22 per hour

Position Overview

Sylvan Learning is seeking an experienced and academically strong SAT Math and Reading Tutor to help high school students prepare confidently and effectively for the SAT. The SAT Tutor will provide structured instruction in SAT Math and SAT Reading and Writing. Instructors will help students strengthen tested academic skills, understand question formats, manage their time, develop test-taking strategies, and learn from practice-test results. Applicants may teach SAT Math, SAT Reading and Writing, or both areas depending on their qualifications and subject expertise.

Required Availability

Applicants must be available during the following instructional hours:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Friday: 3:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Actual scheduled shifts and weekly hours may vary based on enrollment, staffing needs, and student schedules.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide study-skills and homework support individually and in groups of up to four students.
• Teach organization, time-management, note-taking, and test-preparation strategies.
• Help students plan assignments, projects, and study schedules.
• Support students with completing and understanding homework.
• Follow Sylvan’s instructional methods, curriculum, and preplanned lessons.
• Help students set realistic academic goals and monitor their progress.
• Encourage responsibility, independence, and academic confidence.
• Adapt strategies to each student’s age, learning needs, and school responsibilities.
• Document student progress and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and other instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a structured, professional, and encouraging environment.
• Complete all required Sylvan training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred, not required)
• Teaching credential ((preferred, not required)
• Accepting current enrolled college students
• One to two years of teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience (preferred, not required)
• Experience teaching phonics, fluency, vocabulary, or reading comprehension (preferred, not required)
• Experience supporting students with different academic needs and learning styles (preferred, not required)

Why Join Sylvan Learning?

• Competitive pay of $20–$22 per hour.
• Paid training and professional-development opportunities, when applicable.
• Established curriculum and instructional materials are provided.
• No outside lesson planning or additional work to take home.
• Positive and supportive working environment.
• Meaningful opportunities to help students become stronger, more confident readers.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

2031 Harbison Dr Ste C, Vacaville, CA 95687, USA