Online AP US History Tutor

ArborBridge • New York, NY

1d • $35 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

ArborBridge is hiring an Online AP US History Tutor to provide individualized, one-on-one online test preparation to students around the world. Tutors use their expertise in AP US History content and testing strategies to develop customized programs, guide students toward their academic and test-taking goals, and support students and their families throughout the preparation process. The role emphasizes strong relationships, clear and responsive communication, organization, proactive problem-solving, and high-quality customer service.

Tutors meet with students via Zoom, create personalized test-preparation plans, set instructional and practice-exam schedules leading up to test dates, assign appropriate homework, and write lesson summaries that update parents on student progress. They communicate regularly with ArborBridge colleagues to ensure students receive support and tutoring programs run smoothly. The position includes approximately eight hours of self-directed and manager-led training, paid at the training rate of $15 per hour.

The compensation rate is $35 per hour for instructional time, with opportunities for annual performance-based raises. Administrative time is paid at $11 per hour or the local minimum wage if higher, and 20 minutes of administrative time is automatically added to the paycheck for each instructional hour. Tutors may work for other tutoring companies, as the role has no noncompete clause. The position is work from home with flexible hours; ArborBridge is currently prioritizing candidates available to meet students after school during the week and on at least one weekend day.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of formal US History tutoring experience.
• Deep knowledge of AP US History content and AP testing strategies.
• A proven track record of significant score improvements for AP students.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to affluent domestic and international families with high expectations.
• Familiarity with online teaching tools.
• Bachelor’s degree from a top university.
• Availability for flexible scheduling; ArborBridge is currently prioritizing candidates who can meet students after school during the week and on at least one weekend day.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of formal US History tutoring experience.
• A degree in US History.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students around the world one-on-one via Zoom.
• Create personalized test-preparation plans for each student.
• Set consistent instructional and practice-exam schedules to support progress toward a specific test date.
• Write lesson summaries after each meeting and update parents on student progress.
• Assign appropriate amounts of homework between lessons.
• Build genuine relationships with students, their families, and ArborBridge employees.
• Communicate regularly with program managers, instruction managers, directors of tutoring, operational staff, and other colleagues to ensure students receive maximum support and programs run smoothly.
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to phone calls and emails from parents, students, and colleagues.
• Identify potential problems in tutoring programs and proactively address them, offering solutions when needed.

Benefits

• Professional development.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Work from home.
• Flexible hours.
• Opportunities for annual performance-based raises.
• Paid training at $15 per hour.
• Administrative time paid at $11 per hour or local minimum wage if higher.
• No noncompete clause, allowing work for other tutoring companies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time