Professional Tutor

Organizational Overview PrepMatters, Inc. is a premier source in the Washington metro area for one-on-one test preparation and academic tutoring. Our tutoring staff helps students and families navigate the whole alphabet of standardized tests, ranging from the SSAT/ISEE/HSPT for middle-schoolers to the SAT/ACT/AP for high schoolers to the GRE/GMAT/LSAT for college students. We take pride in our deep understanding not only of the tests but also of how to effectively communicate with and bring out the best in our students.Position SummaryPrepMatters is looking for bright, dynamic people to join our paid tutor training class, leading to work as a professional SAT/ACT tutor in our Bethesda office. Weekly training sessions will be required of all new hires. Our colleagues enjoy individual offices, amenities including a lounge, well-stocked kitchen, and the support of our full-time operations team, so tutors can focus on the work that matters most: helping students!Primary Responsibilities One-on-one tutoring - Deliver the highest quality academic tutoring and standardized test preparationMaintain content expertise for the ACT and SATMaster recent publicly available official tests, proprietary tests and workbooks, and other pedagogical toolsRegularly sit for official SAT and ACT administrationsDemonstrate proficiency with PrepMatters instructional methodsCraft personalized education plans for each studentTailor delivery of proprietary materials to the needs of the studentBuild upon each student’s strengths while working to shore up academic weaknesses Construct a testing strategy for the academic year that best matches the calendar of test dates with the needs of the studentRecognize and work to remediate the effects of stress and anxiety tied to the standardized testing processQuickly establish a healthy rapport with studentsStrive to build students’ self-confidence in all interactionsClient communication - Serve as the primary point of contact between PrepMatters and the families with which it works, providing expert guidance on all aspects of the standardized testing experienceListen well and curiously to establish trust and help clients set realistic and helpful expectations and goalsProvide updates after each session in the form of notes to parents and students entered into our proprietary CRM toolRespond to parent or student inquiries in a timely manner, maintaining professional standards of communication in form of address and language, and addressing client needs clearly and thoroughlyProactively schedule ad-hoc conferences with parents and students as neededRequirements:Education, Certifications and Years of Experience Bachelor’s degree – completedTwo years of test preparation experience covering all sections of the SAT or ACT is preferredRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesA true appreciation for working with kids.Willingness to make at least 10 hours/week available, including at least some weekend timeThe ability to reliably and independently manage client scheduling and email correspondence​The skills required to score well on a qualifying test consisting of SAT Reading and Math questionsPreferred Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated mastery of subject matter and the ability to model the study habits required for success at top-tier universitiesAcademic expertise (up to the AP level) in either a science, calculus, history, economics, or a foreign languageBackground from a rigorous academic program is preferred to align with the high expectations of our clienteleFamiliarity with the culture of highly competitive academic institutions is an assetProfessional experience in a high-volume tutoring environmentA working knowledge of local public and independent schoolsBenefits and CompensationSalary Range: $40-$70/hr., commensurate with experienceRetirement - SIMPLE IRA with a 3% employer matchPaid Sick LeaveAdvanced BenefitsTutors who bill an average of 17.5 hours per week annually have access to our comprehensive benefits package:Medical/Dental/Vision and Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsDisability and life insurance