Substitute Instructor Social Science

About Achieve Test Prep

Most working adults find it challenging to overcome the many obstacles associated with obtaining their college degree. We serve as advisors, teachers, tutors, and mentors, helping our customers, primarily healthcare workers, be more successful at college and on the job. We utilize non-traditional methods, like testing out of college credits via the credit-by-exam process, similar to Advanced Placement (AP) tests, and provide wrap-around services that build confidence, motivation and discipline. 

Why work for us?

Founded in 2008 in the U.S., Achieve is a 100% remote company that hires the best candidates from around the world. Become an integral part of a work culture that is diverse, flexible, collaborative, and compelling. We are a growing company that provides financial security with startup-like opportunities to contribute and grow professionally. We offer our employees the opportunity to: 

• Work entirely from the comfort of home 
  

• Set your own work schedule
  

• Earn a competitive salary
  

• Receive medical, dental and vision coverage and benefits
  

• Know that your ideas and opinions are important and will be heard
  

• Help change lives through education
  

At Achieve, you are guaranteed to make a difference every day—both in the work you complete and in the lives of our customers.

NOTICE: It is essential to attempt the Prescreeners provided during the application process. Applications lacking completed pre-screeners will not be taken into consideration for this position. 

Achieve Test Prep is seeking an eLearning Substitute Social Science Instructor to prepare customers to test out of the traditional 3 credit Social Science courses, pass their CLEP and DSST exams, and help them stay motivated on their journey to earn their college degrees. 

Job Responsibilities

• Tech lessons when main instructors are not available
  

• Present lessons in a manner that aids understanding and engagement 
  

• Motivate customers to succeed 
  

• Collaborate with other instructors and team members and participate in meetings
  

• Follow customers' journeys and inform the eLearning team of noteworthy observations
  

• Provide one-on-one tutoring for customers 
  

• Perform other eLearning-related tasks 
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Psychology or other Social Science courses.
  

• Three or more years of experience teaching Social Science courses with at least one year of virtual teaching experience. 
  

• Experience working with Learning Management Systems, such as Zoom, Google doc, Google slides, and other eLearning applications
  

• Ability to teach different types of learners in real-time in a manner that helps them understand 
  

• Excellent audience engagement skills
  

• Strong Internet connection, a functional computer, and a noise-canceling headset
  

• Efficiency, professionalism, and dependability 
  

• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices with a willingness to follow Achieve Test Prep’s eLearning policies and procedures
  

NOTICE: It is essential to attempt the Prescreeners provided during the application process. Applications lacking completed pre-screeners will not be taken into consideration for this position. 

Job Details:

Schedule: Under 10 hours per week; availability to teach classes on weekdays and weekends, Morning, Afternoon, and Evenings

Location: 100% Remote