SHSAT Prep Instructor

Tip-Top Brain; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tip-Top Brain is seeking a knowledgeable SHSAT Instructor to guide 7th and 8th grade students through SHSAT prep, focusing on Math and/or ELA, test-taking strategies, and confidence building.

You will teach in private and small-group settings, develop customized lessons, and track student progress, collaborating with the Center Director and teaching team to support each student’s goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Mathematics, Education, or related field or current enrollment in degree program.
• Strong knowledge of the SHSAT format and question types.
• Teaching or tutoring experience with middle school students (grades 7–8).
• Strong knowledge of SHSAT Math and/or ELA content.
• Ability to create or adapt SHSAT lessons, drills, and practice activities.
• Ability to explain concepts and test-taking strategies clearly.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach SHSAT Math and/or ELA to 7th–8th graders.
• Lead private and group instruction (1:1 or up to 16 students).
• Develop SHSAT lessons, practice questions, drills, and materials.
• Build test-taking strategies: pacing, accuracy, time management, elimination.
• Assess and track student progress with records and evaluations.
• Communicate progress to families and staff clearly.
• Collaborate with Center Director and teaching staff.
• Maintain organized learning environments and materials.

Skills

SHSAT knowledge

Teaching experience with middle school

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organization

Patient and dependable

Education

Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in related degree

Job description

About the Role

Tip-Top Brain is looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and engaging SHSAT Instructor to help 7th and 8th grade students prepare for the Specialized High School Admissions Test.

This role may include private tutoring, small-group instruction, diagnostic review, test strategy instruction, targeted skill-building, and SHSAT lesson/material development. The ideal candidate is confident teaching SHSAT Math and/or ELA, understands the current SHSAT format, and can help students strengthen both their subject knowledge and test-taking strategies.

You will work closely with the Center Director and teaching team to support each student's goals, track progress, and communicate clearly with families.

What You'll Do

Teach SHSAT Math and/or ELA Instruct students in SHSAT content areas, including math problem-solving, reading comprehension, revising/editing, grammar, logic, and test-specific question types.

Lead private and group instruction Teach students in 1:1 and/or group settings, with group classes of up to 16 students.

Develop SHSAT lessons and materials Create, update, and organize SHSAT lessons, practice questions, drills, review activities, and instructional materials aligned with the current SHSAT format.

Build test-taking strategies Help students develop strategies for pacing, accuracy, process of elimination, question analysis, time management, and managing test-day pressure.

Assess and track student progress Keep detailed records of each student's sessions, track performance over time, analyze strengths and weaknesses, and monitor when new evaluations or practice tests should be administered.

Communicate with families and staff Explain student progress to parents, including what skills are improving, what needs more work, and how the student is progressing toward their goals.

Collaborate with the team Work closely with the Center Director and teaching staff, attend teacher team meetings when scheduled, and provide academic or curriculum support when needed.

Maintain an organized learning environment Help keep instructional materials, student records, and learning spaces clean, prepared, and organized.

Who We're Looking For

Strong candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Mathematics, Education, or a related field, or current enrollment in a related degree program
• Strong knowledge of the current SHSAT format and question types
• Teaching or tutoring experience with middle school students, especially grades 7–8
• Strong knowledge of SHSAT Math and/or ELA content
• The ability to create or adapt SHSAT lessons, materials, drills, and practice activities
• The ability to explain concepts and test-taking strategies clearly
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A patient, dependable, motivating, and student-centered teaching style
• Strong organization skills and the ability to track student progress carefully
• Comfort teaching both private and group sessions

Preferred, but not required

• Master's degree in English, Mathematics, Education, or a related field
• Ability to teach both SHSAT Math and SHSAT ELA
• AP-level knowledge in Math and/or English
• Teaching certification or certification in progress
• Experience supporting students with IEPs or diverse learning needs
• Experience creating curriculum or test-prep materials
• Interest in continuing with Tip-Top Brain during the school year

Why Work With Us

At Tip-Top Brain, you will join a thoughtful, education-focused team that values subject expertise, strong instruction, and genuine care for students.

This role is a great fit for an instructor who enjoys helping 7th and 8th graders strengthen their Math and/or ELA skills, develop effective test-taking strategies, and build confidence as they prepare for the SHSAT. You'll have the opportunity to work with students in private and group settings while being part of a supportive teaching team.