Test Prep Tutor

TEST PREP TUTOR

About MLS Educational Consultants

For over 40 years, MLS Educational Consultants—a small, woman-owned business—has been a trusted part of the McLean educational community. We proudly serve second-generation clients and have been repeatedly recognized as the Best Tutoring, Test Prep, and College Admissions Advising Company in Arlington, McLean, and Falls Church by Arlington Magazine readers. At MLS, we believe in more than tutoring—we foster a culture of care where every student’s success is our priority. Our team is collaborative, compassionate, and committed to making a difference in students’ lives.

Position Summary

The Test Prep Tutor works with middle school, high school, and/or college-bound students to help them achieve their academic and standardized testing goals. Tutors provide individualized instruction, develop customized study plans, teach effective test-taking strategies, and support students in building confidence and improving performance on exams such as the SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, AP Exams, and other standardized tests.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one test preparation instruction
• Assess student strengths and areas for improvement to create personalized study plans
• Teach subject-specific content and effective test-taking strategies
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed
• Assign and review practice tests, homework, and study materials
• Communicate regularly with students and parents regarding progress and goals
• Maintain accurate records of student sessions and performance
• Stay informed on changes to standardized tests, testing formats, and preparation resources
• Contribute to workshops, seminars, or informational sessions as needed

Qualifications

• Previous experience in tutoring, academic coaching, or educational consulting
• Experience tutoring standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, AP Exams, GRE, GMAT, or similar assessments
  
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively
• Ability to motivate students and build confidence
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience tutoring middle and high school math and science
  
• Experience working with diverse learning styles and student populations
• Familiarity with current standardized testing trends and preparation resources

Work Environment

On-site schedule in McLean, VA with future opportunity for hybrid schedule.

Employment is contingent on a background investigation.