$35 per hour
SAT/Test Prep Tutor (Contract) Location: Remote Hours: Set Your Own Schedule Pay: $35.00/hr Test Prep - $25/hr Academic Subjects About Learner Education Learner Education is on a mission to empower students by helping th…
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Tutor jobs in San Francisco, CA
Tutors work with students one-on-one or in small groups to close skill gaps, prepare for exams, and build study habits, adapting pace and method to each learner.
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Compensation: Hourly Wage: $23-$25 per hour Overtime Wage: $34.5-$37.5 per hour Are you a natural with kids? Whether you're a seasoned nanny, babysitter, daycare pro, retired teacher, or simply someone who loves spending…
$26 - $30 per hour
explore their full potential through academic, career, family, and community life. Title: Program Specialist (High School Academic Tutor/ Behavioral Coach) Salary: $26- $30/per hour, plus excellent benefits Reports to: S…
$50 - $70 per hour
how to play chess completely through fun and silly stories. And (shhh...) you do NOT need any prior chess experience to be a great tutor! We have over 100 teachers/tutors teaching over 15,000 children a week in: New York…
About Us Language Trainers is an international language training company working with freelance teachers of 99+ languages in hundreds of cities worldwide. Founded in 2004, our motto is Any Language, Anytime, Anywhere. We…
Job Description Job Description Benefits: ~ Health insurance Eureka Valley Arts Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM summer camp hours shift to 9 AM–5 PM About the Role We're looking for a creative, hands-on educator to l…
$40 - $50 per hour
The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring ( TPAPT ) is seeking English Language Arts teaching specialists to work with students in grades 9-12. Level: Experienced Location: Remote, CA based Po…
$40 - $50 per hour
The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring ( TPAPT ) is seeking STEM or/and Math tutoring specialists to work with students in grades 9-12. Level: Experienced Location: Remote, CA based Positio…
$23 - $26.5 per hour
Jovie San Mateo, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Poway, San Jose, San Francisco Bay area ~ Working with Multiple Families* Engaging | Creative | Fun | Flexible Have you worked as a babysitter, daycare worker, nanny, or church nurs…
$63.67k - $102.55k
Envision Education seeks an English Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year at our San Francisco High School, City Arts and Leadership. Who We Are Our mission is to transform the lives of students - especially those who wi…
Job Description Job Description Position: Middle School Lead Teacher Reports to: Head of School, Middle School Location: San Francisco, California Website: PROGRAM New School San Francisco is a public charter school curr…
$50 - $65 per hour
talents and strengths. More information about Drew is available on our website: Position Title: Humanities & Executive Function Tutor Reports to: Director of Learning Support This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Wor…
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What tutors earn in San Francisco
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$28 | $42k–$59k |
| Mid level | $27–$37 | $56k–$77k |
| Senior | $35–$50 | $73k–$105k |
Adjusted for the San Francisco market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Subject-matter depthDiagnosing skill gapsClear explanationsSession planningProgress trackingTest-prep strategiesRapport with studentsParent communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you figure out where a struggling student's actual gaps are?
Describe informal diagnostics: working problems aloud together, tracing errors back to the missing prerequisite skill rather than the surface mistake.
A student says they are just bad at the subject. How do you respond?
Show how you rebuild confidence with early wins on achievable problems, and reframe ability as practice. Give an example of a turnaround.
How do you structure a typical session?
Offer a simple arc: quick review, targeted new work, independent practice, and a recap with next steps. Flexibility within structure is the point.
How do you measure and communicate progress to parents?
Mention concrete markers, such as score changes, skills mastered, or homework independence, and brief regular updates rather than vague reassurance.
What do you do when a student arrives unprepared or unmotivated?
Show adaptability: shrink the goal for the day, connect material to their interests, and address patterns with the student and parents separately.
Which subjects and levels are you strongest in, and where is your edge?
Be precise, for example algebra through precalculus or SAT reading, and mention score improvements or outcomes you have produced.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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State your subjects and levels precisely, such as AP Calculus AB or SAT math, rather than broad claims like all math.
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Quantify outcomes: average score gains, grade improvements, or students placed into target programs.
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List relevant credentials, such as a teaching license, degree field, or certifications from test-prep companies.
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Mention formats you handle well: online platforms (Zoom with a shared whiteboard), in-home, or learning-center settings.
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Include your own test scores where they are strong and recent enough to matter for test-prep roles.
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