In-Person Spanish Tutor

Prep Academy Tutors • Oak Park, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Prep Academy Tutors of North & West Cook County is a premier provider of private, in-home tutoring. We proudly serve students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 throughout the northern and western suburbs of Chicago. Our approach is flexible, personalized, and curriculum-based, helping students thrive academically with support tailored to their unique learning needs. We hire only the best—certified teachers, subject matter experts, and aspiring educators—and offer above-average industry pay to reflect the quality of instruction we provide.

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and reliable Spanish Tutor to join our Illinois team. The ideal candidate has a strong command of the Spanish language and a passion for helping students develop their language skills, build confidence, and achieve academic success. You will provide one-on-one, in-person tutoring to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, supporting their Spanish coursework and language development. Instruction will be tailored to each student's learning style, proficiency level, academic goals, and school curriculum.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor's degree
• Hold a valid Illinois State teaching certificate or an equivalent teaching certificate from another state.
• Be currently enrolled in a teacher certification program.
• Have at least two years of teaching experience in a private, public, or charter school.
• Have experience as a lecturer or course instructor at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Be a Master's or PhD student with experience as a teaching assistant at a U.S. college or university.
• Demonstrate Spanish language proficiency appropriate for providing high-quality academic instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching or tutoring Spanish is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized Spanish language instruction aligned with students' school curricula and academic goals.
• Support the development of Spanish reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills.
• Help students prepare for quizzes, tests, exams, classroom assignments, and other academic assessments.
• Design and deliver customized lessons based on each student's proficiency level, learning style, and areas for improvement.
• Provide remedial support or enrichment opportunities to strengthen language proficiency and encourage continued growth.
• Incorporate engaging activities, supplemental materials, and real-world language applications to reinforce learning.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Maintain open communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress, challenges, and learning goals.
• Foster a positive, encouraging learning environment that builds confidence and promotes a love of language learning.

Benefits

• Above-industry-average pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional networking
• Supportive team environment
• Independence: Manage your own students and schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level