ACT Teacher - Aurora, IL

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Kaplan delivers innovative interventions and prep programs that help students advance their education to realize their potential. Our team uses teaching methods based on carefully curated curriculum and score-boosting strategies, and delivers unparalleled practice that adapts to the learner.   

In this role you will teach ACT students onsite in an engaging classroom environment. Teaching will take place at a local high school during school hours, with classes running from November 2025-March 2026 and typically 2-3 times a week. Teachers may also have the opportunity to teach and tutor college-bound students in a virtual setting throughout the year. You will receive paid training for both content areas and modalities.

As an ACT Teacher you’ll:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exam prep and/or other educational content tailored to student needs 

• Prepare students for their exams using teaching methods and a carefully curated curriculum to fully immerse students in the language of the ACT 

• Support students both in and out of class, enabling them to solve problems with critical thinking and logic

• Use data to close the opportunity gap for underrepresented students

• Continue to learn via world-class professional training, coaching, and development 

• Enjoy a part-time teaching schedule that allows you to explore other professional interests

• Connect with colleagues remotely while completing training and class prep from the comfort and convenience of home

Benefits include: 

• Access to Health and Welfare Plans

• 401K plan

• Free or discounted classes for you or immediate family members

• Employee Discounts including travel, local deals, and health and wellness offers

• Competitive in-person teaching rate of $60/hr. Any online tutoring paid at $35/hr.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Minimum ten-month commitment to the role

• Daytime, weekday availability August through January

• Minimum of 15 hours per week

• Scores within the 90th percentile of the ACT

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to work independently with a remote manager

• Strive to help others achieve their goals

• Respond to quickly changing needs with agility and flexibility

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At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards.  All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible.   And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.