ACT Teacher - Naperville, Joliet, St. Charles

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Kaplan is looking for ACT teachers willing to commute to Aurora, IL to deliver innovative interventions and prep programs that help students advance their education to realize their potential. Our team uses teaching methods based on carefully curated curriculum and score-boosting strategies, and delivers unparalleled practice that adapts to the learner.   

In this role you will teach ACT students onsite in an engaging classroom environment. Teaching will take place at a local Aurora high school during school hours, with classes running from August-January and typically 2-3 times a week. Teachers may also have the opportunity to teach and tutor college-bound students in a virtual setting throughout the year. You will receive paid training for both content areas and modalities.

As an ACT Teacher you’ll:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exam prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs 

• Prepare students for their exams using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the ACT 

• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking and logic

• Use data to close the opportunity gap for underrepresented students

• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development 

• Enjoy a part-time teaching schedule that allows you to explore other professional interests

• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home

Benefits include: 

• Access to Health and Welfare Plans

• 401K plan

• Free or discounted classes for you or immediate family members

• Employee Discounts including travel, local deals, and health and wellness offers

• Competitive hourly teaching rates between $30-$40/HR.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Minimum ten-month commitment to the role

• Daytime, weekday availability August through January

• Minimum of 15 hours per week

• Scores within the 90th percentile of the ACT

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to work independently with a remote manager

• Strive to help others achieve their goals

• Respond to quickly changing needs with agility and flexibility

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