In-person Test Prep Tutor

Applerouth is seeking to hire several in-home, one-on-one test prep tutors to serve the Chicago metro area, particularly in the western suburbs and Arlington Heights. We provide non-taxed travel! Applicants must be willing to tutor all sections of both the SAT and ACT - this, after comprehensive paid training, of course; however, a baseline knowledge of high school ELA & math content is needed. Job SummaryApplerouth Education is a group of passionate educators who believe that students are more than a score. We’re looking for driven, empathetic tutors to join our team and support students through customized, one-on-one instruction for the SAT, ACT, and academic subjects. Our tutors enjoy autonomy, consistent support, and ongoing paid training. This flexible, part-time role is ideal for those who want to make a meaningful impact while maintaining control over their schedule.Whether you’re a seasoned tutor or new to education, we provide all the tools you need to succeed — including industry-leading materials, coaching, and access to our supportive team. If you’re excited by the goal of building better learners for life, we’d love to meet you.As a Guidewell Education brand, we’re guided by a mission to deliver transformational educational experiences that support students as whole people. The core values that shape this mission and our work together as colleagues are: student-centered, empathetic, expert practitioners, and growth-oriented. These principles show up in every coaching relationship we build and every decision we make. You can read more about how our team lives these values at guidewelleducation.com/about.Current Priority Hiring Areas: We are specifically looking for tutors residing in or willing to commute to:North Suburbs: Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park, Lake Forest, and LibertyvilleNorthwest Suburbs: Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, and BarringtonSouth Chicago/City: Candidates living in Chicago proper must be willing to travel to the South Side (Hyde Park, Woodlawn, Mt. Greenwood)RequirementsStrong academic background and content mastery in tutoring subjectsPassing score on our short pre-interview SAT/ACT content quizReliable internet connection (for online trainings/meetings/sessions) and reliable transportation (for in-person sessions. Expect 30-45 minutes of travel on average to a student's home).Availability to tutor during after-school hours and weekendsAt least one year of college completedPassion for helping students succeed and confidence in your ability to mentor othersWillingness to complete Applerouth’s paid training program and participate in mock testingA Long-Term Mindset: We look for a minimum one-year commitment to ensure consistency for our studentsBenefitswage: $30-35/hrnon-taxed travel compensation - IRS ratefrequent hourly bonus opportunitiesannual reviews with raise opportunitiespaid trainingself-determined schedulerequest bonus for student workaccess to new job openings across Guidewell Education before the general publicreferral programWhat to expect in the hiring process:Resume screening by Talent Team (reviewing for professionalism, clear communication skills, and purposeful involvement that indicates mentorship potential)SAT/ACT content quiz (10-25 minutes, used to verify satisfactory initial content knowledge)Informational Interview with a Talent Team member (30 minutes, focused on core values alignment, availability, and expectations)Roleplay Tutoring Interview with a Tutor Manager (30 minutes, designed to assess instructional effectiveness, teaching style, and student interaction)Diversity and Inclusion:We believe that diversity and inclusion enrich education and drive success. We are committed to ensuring that all people who interact with Applerouth--parents, students, staff, contractors, partners, vendors--are respected and valued holistically. We are committed to attracting and retaining students and staff from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences because we believe that diversity fuels innovation and education to new heights.The Legal Stuff:Applicants will be considered for the position on the basis of their qualifications and ability to perform the job for which they are applying. Applerouth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, genetics, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or status as a special disabled or other veteran covered by the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, as amended.By completing this form, you agree to our Privacy PolicyPowered by JazzHRTn8AJd889O