Urgently Need History Instructor (AP Level Preferred) in Irvine, CA

Job title: History Instructor (AP Level Preferred)
Company: Master Prep Academy
Job description: ACADEMY OVERVIEW

Masterprep Academy is a premier provider of after-school classes and tutoring services. We specialize in preparing students to score well on standardized tests (ACT, SAT, SSAT, PSAT, SAT Subject, ISEE, USABO, USNCO, AP Tests), but we also support student's academic progress by offering GPA Management and College Admission Counseling services.

The secret to our success is largely due to our:

• Small class sizes! We cap our class size at 6 students in order to ensure individualized attention and assistance for each student.
• Proprietary curriculum! We develop our own teaching materials for many of our courses, ensuring our instruction is keeping up with changes to local school district curriculum, as well as with changes to standardized test structure and content.
• Track record of success! We only hire teachers who have demonstrated an ability to do well on standardized tests, along with a track record of successfully teaching students how to score well on standardized tests.

We seek highly motivated individuals to join our team of educators, administrators, and counselors. Successful candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates looking to join a team of hard-working, proactive, positive, and successful educators.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking to hire an experienced AP Level History Instructor to provide instruction in all AP level related history classes such as AP US History, AP World History, AP Human Geography, AP Economics, and AP Government. Our History Instructor’s responsibilities will include collaborating with the Director of Curriculum Development to create lesson plans and curricula, as well as provide academic support to students and prepare them for their AP exams at the end of the school year. This is a Flexible, Part-Time opportunity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in History or any related field (required)
• Master's degree in History or related field from an accredited college or university (preferred)
• 1 year experience as an AP History instructor or tutor (required)
• Successful track record of developing student’s knowledge in AP level History classes (required)
• Knowledgeable with AP History content and tests
• Professional communication skills (both spoken and written)
• Competent in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Able to work independently and collaborate with a team
• Enthusiastic about working with students and parents
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Highly organized and detail oriented (attention to detail and accuracy is imperative)
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines
• Good judgement and decision-making abilities
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good planning skills
• Highly responsive
• Highly proactive
• Highly reliable
• Integrity

JOB DUTIES:

• Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum Development to develop lesson plans and curricula as needed
• Prepare students for the AP History Exam at the end of the year
• Assess students' needs and provide extra support in any lacking areas
• Provide homework help as needed
• Able to lead a classroom of students effectively and work efficiently with students
• Good classroom management skills

Typical start time:

• 2PM

Typical end time:

• 8PM

This Job Is:

• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Saturday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92620 (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location
Expected salary: $22 - 35 per hour
Location: Irvine, CA Apply Now