Math Tutor - Algebra, Geometry & ACT/SAT

Now hiring a part-time Math Tutor for our Schaumburg and Lake Zurich, IL Sylvan Learning Centers! We’re looking for someone confident teaching middle and high school math through Algebra 2, Geometry, basic Trigonometry, Statistics, and ACT/SAT math.

About the Role

As a Sylvan Math Tutor, you’ll help students strengthen math skills, work through challenging concepts, and build confidence. Our proven Sylvan Method® provides the curriculum and learning plan, so you’ll never have to create lesson plans or grade papers.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging small-group or one-on-one math instruction
• Support Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Statistics, and homework needs
• Help students prepare for ACT/SAT and PreACT math
• Use guiding questions, visual models, and different explanations to help students reason through problems
• Follow Sylvan’s structured curriculum and instructional approach (training provided)
• Arrive 5 minutes before your first session and wrap up 5 minutes after your last
• Collaborate with a friendly team that cares about student success

Qualifications

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have completed some college coursework
• Have strong competency in middle and high school math through Algebra 2, Geometry, basic Trigonometry, and Statistics
• Can break complex concepts into clear, understandable steps
• Are patient, dependable, and comfortable working with multiple students

A bachelor’s degree is highly preferred but not required. College juniors and seniors in quantitative majors such as mathematics, engineering, aerospace, physics, computer science, finance, economics, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Teaching certification is not required.

Preferred

• Can work at both our Schaumburg and Lake Zurich centers as scheduled
• Tutoring or teaching experience
• ACT/SAT or standardized test-prep experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience supporting middle or high school math students

Math Competency & Interview Process

Qualified candidates will complete an ACT or SAT math practice section before the interview. During a Zoom interview, you’ll walk through selected questions and explain how you would teach the concepts to a student.

Why Join Sylvan?

• $18-$22/hour
• Flexible scheduling with part-time and consistent hours available
• Weekday instruction from 3:30pm to 7:30pm
• Weekend instruction from 9:30am to 1:30pm
• Closed on Fridays
• No take-home work
• Paid training and paid time off
• Employee discount for family tutoring
• Referral bonuses for bringing great teammates

About Sylvan Learning

Sylvan Learning is a national leader in personalized K-12 tutoring, helping students achieve academic success for over 40 years. We combine proven methods, expert tutors, and adaptive technology to help kids master reading, writing, math, and test prep with confidence.

This position supports our Schaumburg and Lake Zurich, IL Sylvan Learning Centers.