Humanities Economics Instructor full time

Achieve Test Prep HQ: New Jersey, New Jersey, United States Remote job Jul 27

About Company:

We believe our employees empower our company and drive our success. Achieve Test Prep is the nation’s largest educational consultant and test prep center specializing in credit-by-examination degree paths, headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey.

Achieve supports working adults who face barriers to completing their education by acting as a counselor, advocate, and partner—helping them earn college credit faster, with less effort, and at a lower cost through standardized, industry-recognized examinations.

Employee engagement and development are central to our success. As a fully remote organization, Achieve offers flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance while fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equal-opportunity workplace.

NOTICE: It is essential to complete all pre-screeners during the application process. Applications without completed pre-screeners will not be considered.

**Role Overview: **

Achieve Test Prep is seeking a Remote Humanities / Economics Instructor to prepare and tutor adult learners pursuing college credit through humanities and economics courses and examinations. Instructors will teach either a 3-hour live virtual class per week or provide 1-hour individual tutoring sessions, helping students develop critical thinking skills and master concepts necessary for exam success.

All instructional materials, including PowerPoint presentations, syllabus, and study guides, are provided.

Courses

  • Live Virtual Classes / Standard Instruction:
  • Humanities
  • Art of the Western World
  • Ethics in America
  • History of the United States
  • Principles of Macroeconomics
  • Principles of Microeconomics

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Teach assigned class schedules and serve as a substitute instructor as needed
  • Deliver engaging, easy-to-understand instruction on mathematical concepts
  • Demonstrate patience and adaptability when supporting learners with varying math backgrounds and confidence levels
  • Motivate and support students in achieving exam readiness and course completion
  • Provide one-on-one tutoring support when needed
  • Simplify complex mathematical concepts into practical, relatable examples
  • Adapt instruction in real time to accommodate varying experience levels
  • Track student progress and share key observations with the eLearning team
  • Collaborate with instructors and participate in team meetings
  • Perform other eLearning-related duties as assigned

**Desired Skills & Experience:  **

  • Degree in Humanities, History, Economics, Philosophy, Political Science, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field.
  • Experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or coaching adult learners (online teaching experience preferred).
  • Experience teaching one or more of the following: Humanities, Art of the Western World, Ethics in America, History of the United States, Principles of Macroeconomics, or Principles of Microeconomics.
  • Strong eLearning or virtual classroom experience.
  • Comfortable using Zoom, Moodle, Google Workspace, and other eLearning technologies.
  • Ability to facilitate discussions, simplify complex concepts, and encourage active participation in a virtual classroom.
  • Reliable high-speed internet connection, functional computer, and noise-canceling headset.
  • Professionalism, dependability, strong organization, and excellent time-management skills.

Job Details:

Type: Part-Time

Schedule: Under 20 hours per week

Availability on weekdays and/or weekends

Morning, afternoon, or evening classes

Remote: 100% Online

Requirements
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Experience levels:
Intermediate (3 - 5 yrs)
Languages:
English
Negotiable rate