Junior Test Prep Instructor – Part-Time – Current College Students ID-1544

December 31, 2024

Make a Difference While Jump-Starting Your Career

Are you a college student looking to make a real impact while gaining invaluable professional experience? Do you want to enhance your public speaking and leadership skills, all while helping high school students achieve their college dreams? Join MasteryPrep as a Dynamic Presenter and become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to leveling the… educational playing field!

MasteryPrep, the leading test prep provider in the nation, is seeking enthusiastic, engaging individuals to teach our mastery-based ACT/SAT curriculum in person at schools across the South and Southeast regions. This is more than just a job; its an opportunity to build your resume, develop key skills like public speaking and leadership, and make a lasting impact on students lives.

This is a seasonal contract role, with contracts beginning in October/November and paid development training occurring during the remainder of Fall Semester and over Winter Break. Youll begin delivering our Boot Camps to high school students in January/February with work opportunities anticipated through April.

Why Join Us?

Nearly 90% of low-income students graduate high school without a college-ready ACT or SAT score. MasteryPreps mission is to level the playing field in education by offering the most effective test preparation available made accessible to all students.

– Flexible Schedule and Great Pay: Work a part-time schedule based on your class schedule and personal availability, with most opportunities starting at $250 per day.

– Professional Development: Receive training in public speaking, classroom management, and professionalismtransferable skills that add value across career paths.

– Mission-Driven Work: Help bridge the educational gap by preparing high school students for their college entrance exams and making high-quality test prep accessible to all students.

– Broaden Your Experience: Opportunity to contribute to other projects, such as content development, and gain exposure to different aspects of our operations.

What Youll Do:

Teach engaging and impactful in-person lessons using MasteryPrep’s curriculum for standardized exams like the ACT and SAT.
Inspire and motivate students with dynamic and interactive presentations that bring test prep content to life.
Cover a variety of subject areas, focusing on specific strategies that are proven to help students succeed.
Travel to various high schools in your area for in-person instruction, with all travel accommodations provided by MasteryPrep.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a college or university program (undergraduate or graduate — all majors)
Minimum ACT score of 26 or SAT score of 1200
Engaging and dynamic presentation style, comfortable speaking in front of large groups
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine passion for helping others
Positive attitude, enthusiasm for education, and a desire to make a difference
Strong organizational and time management skills
Availability to attend training sessions starting in October (paid) and deliver instruction starting in January/February
Willingness to travel locally for in-person instruction
A valid U.S. driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle
Currently residing in TX, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, NC or SC
Compassion for all learners, including those from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles
Deep belief in the potential of all students and a passion for MasteryPreps mission

Benefits

This is a 1099 contract position. Most events pay $250 per day (~$40/hour) for in-person instruction

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