04/16/07
Test Preparation Tutors Wanted
Posted by jdudek on April 16, 2007 in Student Job Opportunities
Looking for a GREAT part-time job? Got high scores on the SAT or MCAT??
Infiniva, a leading test preparation and academic subject tutoring firm (and the top SAT private tutoring company in the area) based in Buffalo, NY, is seeking energetic individuals with very high scores on the SAT or MCAT who are looking for flexible, rewarding part-time (or even full-time!) work to serve as test preparation tutors in the summer and beyond.
SAT
• Qualified candidates will have achieved a 720+ on EITHER the Verbal/Critical Reading section OR the Math section of the SAT.
• Verbal tutors should also have excellent grammar and writing skills (which may be demonstrated by a 720+ on the SAT II: Writing or new SAT Writing section).
• We are seeking tutors for either the verbal sections (which include Critical Reading and Writing) or the Math section of the new SAT, but candidates with proficiency in ALL of the sections (with a 1450+ composite on the old SAT or 2150+ on the new SAT) are preferred and strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates should have at least 14-20 hours free to tutor per week (at least during the summer), including at least two or three weekdays after 3:30 pm and some time on the weekends.
• Tutors will start at $15 per hour.
• Tutors will start in July after the paid training in June/July. The paid training will require about 20-25 hours per week primarily in June.
• Good tutors will generally work about 15-30+ hours per week.
MCAT
• Qualified candidates will have achieved at least a 12-13 on the Physical Sciences section (which involves physics and chemistry) or the Biological Sciences section (which involves biology and organic chemistry) OR a 13+ on the Verbal Reasoning section (or be able to demonstrate such a score on a diagnostic exam).
• Medical or graduate students are preferred.
• Candidates should have at least 10-12 hours free to tutor per week.
• Tutors will start at $18.50 per hour.
• Tutors will probably start in June after the paid training.
• Good tutors will generally work about 8-16 hours per week.
Other exams
• We also desire tutors for other exams, including GRE (740+ V OR 790+ Q required), LSAT (170+ required), and GMAT (750+ required).
• We may also be seeking tutors for other exams, such as the DAT, OAT, PCAT, USMLE, and GRE Subject Tests.
• If you can demonstrate proficiency in any of the areas of physics, chemistry (including organic chemistry), biology, and perceptual ability, we would love to hear from you.
Other requirements
• Ideal candidates will have good communication and interpersonal skills, a gregarious and caring manner, and a disposition for teaching/tutoring.
• A bachelor’s degree and prior tutoring experience are preferred but not required.
• Candidates with access to reliable transportation strongly preferred.
• Candidates must be reliable and responsible and MUST be able to commit to tutor for at least a year (although we would love to have a great tutor stay for years).
Other information
• Hours will vary, depending on demand and seasonal variations. The summer is a very busy time for SAT preparation.
• Full-time positions with benefits available.
• Bonuses and raises available for excellent results.
• Some travel may be necessary.
• Paid training.
• Set your own hours and locations.
• Benefits including health insurance and course discounts available.
Please call 716-250-2715 or e-mail your cover letter and resume (with test scores) to darren@infiniva.com TODAY to apply
