Loudoun Test Prep is seeking reflective, passionate, and articulate educators and writers to join our elite team in preparing students for a Writing Assessment which serves as a key component of admission to a local highly competitive STEM-based magnet HS program. This is an ideal opportunity for freelance writers, writing coaches, or experienced teachers looking for a new intellectual challenge in a highly specialized program.
Our Writing course is structured around developing students’ analytical thinking, structured argumentation, and writing fluency, all within the unique context of a high-stakes admissions test taken by 8th-grade students. With training and support from our experienced staff of educators and writing professionals, instructors help students sharpen their skills through small-group workshops, individual sessions, and structured writing routines. This position offers an excellent balance between creative autonomy and team collaboration, while aligning with the seasonal testing schedule.
Why this Job Is a Great Fit:
- Perfect for freelance writers, writing coaches, or educators seeking meaningful work and a flexible schedule.
- A unique opportunity to teach writing as a craft and critical skill.
- Join a supportive, experienced team of writing professionals and educators.
- Reflect deeply on the writing process as you teach students to think, structure, and argue with clarity.
Hours: Classes are taught in 8-week sessions leading up to the program’s entrance exams, with additional sessions in spring and summer.Consistent availability during an 8-week session is essential for student success.
Sample Availability Windows:
- Monday–Thursday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Saturday/Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Some individual sessions may occur outside these times.
Compensation:
- $35–40/hr starting wage, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Includes a paid 4–8 week training and shadowing period.
Hours per Week: 15–25 hours, depending on availability.
Job Type: Part-time W2
Location: Ashburn, VA 20147 (In-person required)
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Teach students how to respond effectively to multi-part writing prompts using logic, clarity, and structure aligned to the test rubric.
- Focus on reasoning, original thought, logical reasoning, and rhetorical strategy.
- Guide students through the development of persuasive essays within timed settings.
- Assign targeted, meaningful practice to reinforce growth, never busywork.
- Provide thoughtful written and verbal feedback that supports improvement.
- Collaborate with parents and team members to communicate student progress.
- Reflect on and refine your own understanding of writing through the teaching process.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in English, Education, History, Journalism, Philosophy, or a STEM field with strong writing experience.
- Prior teaching, tutoring, or mentoring experience is preferred.
- Strong command of logic, structure, and the craft of written argument.
- Willingness to learn and apply the specific expectations of the test rubric.
- A short writing sample and/or in-house assessment may be requested.
Skills and Traits We Value:
- Clear, confident communicators who love helping others learn.
- Writers who reflect on their own craft and enjoy discussing structure and reasoning.
- Organized, punctual, and professional.
- Curious thinkers who enjoy intellectual challenges and thoughtful discussion.
- Supportive mentors who build students’ confidence, as well as their skills.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Ongoing mentorship
- Meaningful impact
- Consideration for other tutoring opportunities through LTP’s various offered courses
Schedule:
- After-school and/or weekend availability during teaching sessions.
- Seasonal availability based on the program’s admissions calendar (June-October)
Education: Bachelor’s (Required)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your experience teaching writing or mentoring others in writing or analytical thinking.
- Our tutoring runs year-round in 8-week sessions, and we need instructors who can commit to a consistent weekly schedule. Please describe your general availability (days and times) for spring, summer, and fall. If your availability changes by season — for example, due to school or other commitments — please explain how.
- This position is fully in person at our Ashburn, VA location, with evening and weekend shifts. Can you reliably and consistently commute to Ashburn for scheduled sessions?
Education:
Work Location: In person
