AP Physics Tutor

About the role

Part‑time AP Physics Tutor delivering 1‑on‑1 in‑home tutoring in Washington, DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia. Sessions are scheduled after school (weekdays, 4‑10 PM) and on weekends, providing flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 90‑minute private, in‑home tutoring sessions for AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C: Mechanics, and AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism.
• Create customized lesson plans to address individual student needs and learning goals.
• Maintain consistent, positive communication with parents and students to build trust and rapport.
• Collaborate with the Top Score team to track student progress and refine tutoring strategies.
• Provide academic guidance to build students’ confidence and support their success on AP Physics exams.

Requirements

• Reliable access to a car and willingness to travel up to 30 minutes for in‑home sessions.
• Ability to pass a background check (required for working with students).

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring all four AP Physics courses (AP Physics 1: Algebra‑Based, AP Physics 2: Algebra‑Based, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism).
• Current or former high school teachers or graduate students pursuing a Master’s/Ph.D. in a STEM field are strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications in education/STEM fields preferred.

Skills

• Additional expertise in tutoring STEM subjects (e.g., Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre‑Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Biology) is a plus.
• Passionate about building positive, supportive relationships with students and families.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, with strong time management and process adherence.
• Excellent communicator, responsive, and committed to collaborative teamwork.

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand tutoring across multiple STEM subjects and develop leadership skills within the team.
• Supportive Environment: Access to Top Score’s resources, training, and collaborative network of educators.

Pay

Competitive Pay: Starting at $50‑$75/hour, with potential to earn up to $85/hour based on experience and tenure. Travel Bonus: Additional compensation for travel exceeding 30 minutes to student homes.

Schedule

Flexible availability for evenings (4‑10 PM weekdays) and weekends. Minimum commitment of 8 teaching hours per week (e.g., 1‑2 weekday evenings and one weekend day).