English Instructor (Remote - OK)

Vanguard College Prep is seeking full-time educators to teach and inspire students in English, focusing on long-term understanding and college readiness exams (ACT & SAT). The role emphasizes personalized instruction, curriculum development, and mentoring students through a comprehensive, individualized approach.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $20 – $24 / hour

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire students in English to promote understanding and top scores in college readiness exams.
• Track students’ progress through Vanguard’s curriculum, engaging them in growth opportunities.
• Manage and update student lesson schedules, hold students accountable, and communicate professionally.
• Innovate by developing and executing creative lesson plans and curriculum.
• Mentor middle and high school students with empathy, guiding them through the college application process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a humanities field from US Schools (English, Creative Writing, Journalism, Publishing, etc.) (Master’s or higher preferred)
• Teaching experience in English and/or experience working in a college-level Writing Center (1+ years)
• Demonstrated academic excellence (3.5+ GPA)
• Strong verbal skills and mastery of the English language
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and G-Suites
• Access to reliable internet and a quiet workspace
• Availability during specified hours: Tuesdays to Thursdays 1:30 pm - 9:30 pm CST, Saturdays and Sundays 9:30 am - 5:30 pm CST

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid sick days, fully paid winter vacations
• Paid training and comprehensive preparation
• Opportunity to work with an elite, passionate team
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic startup environment
• Competitive compensation dependent on experience

Additional Information

• The role is fully remote within the US.
• The candidate should have a dynamic and outgoing personality, with a desire to help students succeed.
• Experience teaching at the college or community college level and creating engaging, real-world lesson plans is a plus.