College Essay Instructor
Flex College Prep
Palo Alto, california
Job Details
Part-time
Full Job Description
FLEX is seeking passionate writers with a desire to share their expertise in an education setting. College Essay Instructors work with high school juniors and seniors on their college application essays, including UC, Common App, and Supplements for private universities. They are master-writers, and have the tenacity and drive to develop and nurture students’ writing abilities. Essay instructors meet with students in either a one-on-one or small group setting from June through December, or until the students’ essays are complete. Training is provided.
Where you'll do it:
- Palo Alto and/or, Cupertino, California
Requirements
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in English, Creative Writing, or Humanities from a U.S. Top 50 college or university
- Strong communication skills to establish rapport with students and Admissions Consultants
- Proven writers and experienced instructors who can drive a student to succeed and who are committed to helping students tell their story
- Experience teaching or tutoring high school students
- Availability to work at least some evenings and Saturdays consistently
- Ability to work in-person at our Cupertino and Palo Alto offices
What we’d love but don’t need:
- Masters Degree in English or Creative Writing
- Familiar with the U.S. college application process/essays
Benefits
What we're excited to give you:
- Competitive compensation:
- $30-$40+ per hour
- Paid sick leave
- Eligibility to join the Credit Union of Southern California
- Getting out of bed can be hard - coffee’s on us!