SAT + ACT Full Test Tutors
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Overview
Job Description
Company
TPAPT's Chattanooga, Tennessee Chapter specializes in 1-on-1 tutoring and small-group workshops for high school students preparing for the SAT and ACT. The business is built on the following measurable student outcomes:
- 150-200+ point average improvement on the SAT for 1-on-1 students
- 100% of students improve from pre-assessment to actual test score
The business is expanding and is bringing on a contracted tutor to support growing demand.
Position Overview
Position: Test Prep Tutor (SAT & ACT)
Classification: Independent contractor (1099)
Hours: Up to 10 hours/week to start; scaling to 20+ hours as the business grows
Compensation: $50–$75/hour, based on experience and skill level
Format: Hybrid — in-person or remote, at the tutor's preference
Location: Chattanooga, TN preferred; up to ~2-hour drive radius (Atlanta, Nashville, Huntsville, and surrounding areas all qualify)
Responsibilities
- Lead 1-on-1 SAT and ACT tutoring sessions covering all sections of both tests, including ACT science
- Use diagnostic data and practice test results to build personalized session plans for each student
- Track student progress and adjust instruction based on performance
- Communicate with parents as needed regarding progress, next steps, and test logistics
- Represent us professionally and uphold the brand's results-driven standard
Required Qualifications
- Strong recent SAT and/or ACT scores — most recent score reports required as part of the application
- Confidence teaching all sections of both tests, including ACT science
- Located within approximately a 2-hour drive of Chattanooga, TN
- Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents
- Reliable, organized, and able to manage an independent schedule
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior tutoring or teaching experience, particularly in standardized test prep
- Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress at a strong program)
- Comfort with the College Board's Bluebook app and standard digital tools
Application Requirements
Candidates should submit:
- Resume
- Most recent SAT and/or ACT score report(s)
- A brief written statement on tutoring approach and relevant experience
Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check, as the role involves working with minors.
Other
- All study materials and assignments are provided — tutors do not need to source curriculum
- Start date: flexible; ideally as soon as a strong candidate is identified
- Travel reimbursement for in-person sessions outside Chattanooga: open to discussion on a case-by-case basis
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