Academic Tutor

About the role

Prep Academy Tutors of Northern Los Angeles is seeking dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate Academic Tutors to support students in grades K–12 across a variety of subject areas. Our tutors provide personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to each student’s academic needs, learning style, and goals. This is an ideal opportunity for certified teachers, subject-matter experts, graduate students, or experienced educators who are passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve measurable academic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one academic tutoring in core subjects (Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and/or Foreign Languages)
• Support students with homework, study skills, executive functioning, and test preparation
• Develop individualized learning plans based on student needs and assessment results
• Track student progress and provide regular updates to families
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and professional learning environment
• Travel to students’ homes throughout the Northern Los Angeles, California area

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or teaching certification
• Strong subject-matter expertise in at least one core academic area
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience (classroom, private tutoring, or small-group instruction)
• Able to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation
• Authorized to work in the United States

Requirements

• A qualified applicant will have a bachelor’s degree and will also meet at least one of the following criteria:
• You hold a valid California teaching certificate or the equivalent thereof
• You are a current student teacher pursuing a teaching certificate
• You have 2 or more years of experience as a classroom teacher in a private, public, or charter school
• You have experience as a lecturer/course instructor at an accredited U.S. university or college
• You are a Master’s/PhD student with experience as a teaching assistant at an accredited U.S. university or college