Tutor

Upswing; United States; À distance; USD 21 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Upswing is seeking tutors to empower students through Socratic questioning and guided inquiry in an online classroom.

You will conduct sessions, help develop critical thinking, and respond promptly to session requests. A reliable setup and strong communication are essential for success in this remote tutoring role.

This position requires 2–5 hours per week during fall and spring semesters, with payments handled via PayPal.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise or advanced subject knowledge.
• Reliable high-speed internet and quiet workspace.
• Laptop with camera and microphone.
• Can tutor 2–5 hours weekly during fall/spring.
• PayPal payments accepted.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Foster student independence using the Socratic method.
• Help students develop critical thinking skills.
• Conduct online sessions via a virtual classroom featuring video, audio, chat, and a whiteboard.
• Maintain responsiveness to session requests.

Connaissances

Socratic method

Critical thinking

Online tutoring

Verbal & written communication

Reliable internet

Quiet workspace

Laptop with camera

PayPal payments

Part-time availability

Description du poste

About the Company

Upswing exists to empower the historically marginalized to overcome systemic personal or educational obstacles to achieve their life goals. We partner with educational institutions to connect students to resources through technology and services, including online tutoring.

Responsibilities

• Foster student independence using the Socratic method
• Help students develop critical thinking skills
• Conduct online sessions via a virtual classroom featuring video, audio, chat, and a whiteboard
• Maintain responsiveness to session requests

Requirements

• Subject matter expertise or advanced knowledge in a specific subject area
• Access to reliable, high-speed internet and a quiet, distraction-free environment
• Reliable laptop or desktop with camera and microphone functionality
• Ability to tutor a minimum of 2-5 hours per week during fall and spring semesters
• Ability to receive payments via PayPal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in teaching methodology or instruction
• Experience tutoring at the college level (e.g., math lab or writing center)
• History of excellent academic grades in undergraduate or graduate studies