Academic Approach
Job Description
Job Description Description Compensation:
$45/hr for in-person tutoring in the Winnetka office $30/hr for virtual tutoring or tutoring in the Lincoln Park office Academic Approach is firmly committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, amnesty status, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds, skillsets, and experiences are especially encouraged to apply.
About Academic Approach: Academic Approach began with a focused mission: to mentor students while building their key academic skills. Join our team of dedicated educators to deliver rewarding, highly personalized, high-impact 1-on-1 and classroom course instruction.
About the Role: While many of our 1-on-1 tutoring students prefer to work virtually, this job posting is
exclusively
for applicants who are interested in tutoring in-person at our Winnetka office.
Please note that this is not a full-time position, and it will not be a good fit for those seeking full-time work; while average hours per week vary drastically from instructor to instructor, most of our instructors average around 8-12 instructional hours per week.
At this juncture, we are looking for new tutors/teachers to add to our team for at least the duration of the 2025-26 school year.
If you are unable to commit for at least the duration of this school year, we respectfully ask that you not apply.
About our Content Quiz: Please note that--due to the nature of this tutor/instructor position--all candidates will need to complete a content quiz that includes verbal and math questions prior to being considered for an interview. This (untimed) quiz should take approximately 30-45 mins to complete.
About our Training: We believe strongly in our robust training, which for this role includes approximately 33 hours of combined synchronous and asynchronous work.
This (paid) training module (which we call our 1-on-1 Gateway Training) typically takes place over the course of 2-3 weeks.
All synchronous sessions are conducted virtually.
A Successful Academic Approach Tutor & School Programs Teacher:
Prioritizes their students, leading with curiosity, compassion, and enthusiasm for their success. Maintains a growth mindset, incorporating the instructional best practices from extensive training and coaching to lead their students to success. Consistently maintains professionalism in all facets of the role, actively collaborating with students, clients, and colleagues in pursuit of program success.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging specialized academic and test-prep instruction to high school (and some middle school) students across the Chicagoland area. Build relationships in a supportive and professional manner. Maintain an accurate calendar in Microsoft Outlook. Respond to administrators, students, and parents in a timely manner. Demonstrate good judgement and professionalism in both remote and in-person settings. Attend required training and professional development events.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in any subject or major. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and educational equity. Passion for supporting student success. Ability to demonstrate academic expertise in English, math, reading, and science.
All of our Tutors/Teachers must teach all subjects on the ACT.
Access to a computer with a webcam, mic, and a reliable internet connection (with at least 100 mbps download and 100 mbps upload speed) for virtual instruction. Consistent availability of at least 10 hours per week.
What we offer
Competitive pay, starting at $30/hr for 1-on-1 tutoring and $47/hr for classroom teaching with potential for increases bi-annually based on performance.
Compensation for in-person tutoring at our Winnetka office currently starts at $45/hour.
Please note that this compensation is specifically for instructional time only.
Flexibility in building your schedule while supporting the needs of our students. Robust (paid) training. Personalized coaching and development, support, and continuing education. Exceptional proprietary curriculum and instructional materials. Friendly, respectful, supportive culture focused on best supporting students.
Job Description Description Compensation:
$45/hr for in-person tutoring in the Winnetka office $30/hr for virtual tutoring or tutoring in the Lincoln Park office Academic Approach is firmly committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, amnesty status, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds, skillsets, and experiences are especially encouraged to apply.
About Academic Approach: Academic Approach began with a focused mission: to mentor students while building their key academic skills. Join our team of dedicated educators to deliver rewarding, highly personalized, high-impact 1-on-1 and classroom course instruction.
About the Role: While many of our 1-on-1 tutoring students prefer to work virtually, this job posting is
exclusively
for applicants who are interested in tutoring in-person at our Winnetka office.
Please note that this is not a full-time position, and it will not be a good fit for those seeking full-time work; while average hours per week vary drastically from instructor to instructor, most of our instructors average around 8-12 instructional hours per week.
At this juncture, we are looking for new tutors/teachers to add to our team for at least the duration of the 2025-26 school year.
If you are unable to commit for at least the duration of this school year, we respectfully ask that you not apply.
About our Content Quiz: Please note that--due to the nature of this tutor/instructor position--all candidates will need to complete a content quiz that includes verbal and math questions prior to being considered for an interview. This (untimed) quiz should take approximately 30-45 mins to complete.
About our Training: We believe strongly in our robust training, which for this role includes approximately 33 hours of combined synchronous and asynchronous work.
This (paid) training module (which we call our 1-on-1 Gateway Training) typically takes place over the course of 2-3 weeks.
All synchronous sessions are conducted virtually.
A Successful Academic Approach Tutor & School Programs Teacher:
Prioritizes their students, leading with curiosity, compassion, and enthusiasm for their success. Maintains a growth mindset, incorporating the instructional best practices from extensive training and coaching to lead their students to success. Consistently maintains professionalism in all facets of the role, actively collaborating with students, clients, and colleagues in pursuit of program success.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging specialized academic and test-prep instruction to high school (and some middle school) students across the Chicagoland area. Build relationships in a supportive and professional manner. Maintain an accurate calendar in Microsoft Outlook. Respond to administrators, students, and parents in a timely manner. Demonstrate good judgement and professionalism in both remote and in-person settings. Attend required training and professional development events.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in any subject or major. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and educational equity. Passion for supporting student success. Ability to demonstrate academic expertise in English, math, reading, and science.
All of our Tutors/Teachers must teach all subjects on the ACT.
Access to a computer with a webcam, mic, and a reliable internet connection (with at least 100 mbps download and 100 mbps upload speed) for virtual instruction. Consistent availability of at least 10 hours per week.
What we offer
Competitive pay, starting at $30/hr for 1-on-1 tutoring and $47/hr for classroom teaching with potential for increases bi-annually based on performance.
Compensation for in-person tutoring at our Winnetka office currently starts at $45/hour.
Please note that this compensation is specifically for instructional time only.
Flexibility in building your schedule while supporting the needs of our students. Robust (paid) training. Personalized coaching and development, support, and continuing education. Exceptional proprietary curriculum and instructional materials. Friendly, respectful, supportive culture focused on best supporting students.