Science Tutor

SiSTEM • Round Rock, TX

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

SiSTEM is hiring experienced science tutors to work with motivated students and families in the greater Austin area. This is not a volume tutoring gig. Our tutors work as trusted academic partners with families who value expertise, helping students build real understanding, scientific thinking skills, and confidence in science at every level.

SiSTEM is an academic guidance platform that builds personalized roadmaps for students in grades K–12. Every student on SiSTEM has a plan. Tutors are a key part of that plan and are matched to students based on specific needs, not random availability. We started as a tutoring agency in Texas, grew to 300+ tutors serving 10,000+ students, and are now launching a platform that gives educators better tools, better-matched students, and the ability to build a real client base.

Requirements

• 3+ years of teaching, tutoring, or academic mentoring experience in science.
• Deep expertise in at least one of the science subjects listed above.
• Experience working with motivated students who are in honors, Pre-AP, AP, gifted, or test prep settings.
• A track record of helping students improve grades, build confidence, or master concepts they previously struggled with.
• Clear, patient communication and the ability to make science click for students who think they're "not a science person".
• Professional reliability.

Nice To Haves

• Current or former science teachers, scientists, engineers, medical professionals, or STEM researchers who tutor
• Educators with degrees in biology, chemistry, physics, or science education
• Tutors with experience coaching science fair or STEM competitions

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students in grades K–12 to provide focused science instruction at their level.
• Help students develop deeper conceptual understanding, not just memorize facts for the test.
• Build scientific reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Make abstract concepts concrete through clear explanations, real-world connections, and structured practice.
• Identify and close gaps in foundational science knowledge that are holding students back.
• Align your sessions with each student's broader academic roadmap through SiSTEM's planning tools.
• Communicate with families on progress and strategy when appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of preparation and professionalism.

Benefits

• You set your own rates.
• You keep 100% of what you earn.
• Matched with students who fit your expertise.
• Bring your current students with you.
• Use SiSTEM's tools to manage your existing students alongside new ones at no extra cost.
• Families are already invested.
• We handle the marketing.
• Tools to manage your business.
• Build a long-term client base.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed