Achieve Test Prep

Humanities/Economics Instructor

Achieve Test Prep  •  Newark, NJ (Remote)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description


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.


Possible Courses to Teach


  • 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.


Preferred Candidate Profile:


  • Based in

    South Africa

    or

    Jamaica

    (preferred).


  • Native or near-native English fluency with a clear, neutral accent.


  • Previous experience teaching in an online learning environment.


  • Experience teaching adult learners in higher education or exam-preparation programs.


  • Available to teach live classes aligned with U.S. Eastern Time schedules.


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

Achieve Test Prep

About Achieve Test Prep

Achieve Test Prep offers online credit-by-exam and tutoring programs, including customized RN and BSN Bridge Plans for healthcare professionals. Since 2008, we’ve helped more than 22,000 nurses find the flexibility and support they need to get into nursing school and advance their career.

We are not a school, but our programs include live online prep sessions, free digital course materials and one-on-one guidance that can help shorten the path to an RN or BSN degree and prepare for the Registered Nursing Licensing Exam (NCLEX).

We also offer test prep services to support adults working toward other degree programs, such as dental hygienist, healthcare administration, business and more.

Our team consists of educators and creative thinkers from around the world, pairing the latest technology with modern curriculum. We work together to ensure a quality experience for those seeking a more supportive way to reach their goals.

Learn more at achievetestprep.com

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Wayne, New Jersey
Year Founded
2008
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