English Instructor – FT

Vanguard College Prep

. Instruct small groups of students in English core skills to promote long-term understanding and high scores on ACT and SAT exams .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesJunior💰 $20 - $24 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in English instruction and curriculum development, with a strong focus on student engagement and individualized learning strategies. Proficient in utilizing educational tools and maintaining effective communication to support student success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In HumanitiesTeaching Experience In EnglishProficiency In MS ExcelProficiency In MS WordStrong Verbal Skills

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentLesson PlanningClassroom PedagogyStudent Progress TrackingCustomized Lesson Creation

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsDynamic PersonalityAbility To Work IndependentlyAbility To Work In A Team Environment

Tools & Technologies

MS PowerPointG-SuitesReliable Internet Connection

Industry Keywords

ACT PreparationSAT PreparationCollege Application ProcessAcademic ExcellenceStudent Accountability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Instruct small groups of students in English core skills to promote long-term understanding and high scores on ACT and SAT exams
Track student progress through Vanguard’s multi-phase curriculum
Engage students in individualized growth and improvement opportunities
Maintain and update student lesson schedules
Hold students accountable for assignments
Model professionalism and strong organizational skills through timely student communication
Lead development and creative execution of evolving lesson plans and curriculum
Mentor middle and high school students through the college application process
Work during the stated operating hours

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a humanities field from US Schools (English, Creative Writing, Journalism, Publishing, etc.)
Teaching experience in English and/or experience working in a college-level Writing Center (1+ years)
Demonstrated academic excellence (e.g., 3.5+ GPA)
Strong verbal skills and mastery of the English language
Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and G-Suites
Access to a reliable internet connection and a workspace with minimal noise/distraction
Commitment to work during the stated hours of operations
Experience teaching at the college or community college level preferred
Robust understanding of classroom pedagogy
Ability to create customized, engaging lesson plans using practical, real-world examples
Desire to help students recognize, reach for, and realize their fullest potential
Dynamic and outgoing personality
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid sick days
Fully paid winter vacations
Paid training and comprehensive preparation
Opportunities for long-term career growth
Competitive compensation structure with benefits