Online Science Tutor
Learner Education • Chicago, Illinois, United States • Los Angeles, California, United States
Posted: August 10, 2026
Job Description
Science Tutor (Contract)
Location: Remote
Hours: Set Your Own Schedule
Pay: $25.00/hr
About Learner Education
Learner Education is on a mission to help students reach their full academic potential through personalized 1 to 1 online tutoring. We believe that confidence, clarity, and genuine connection are the foundation of academic success. Our tutors support students across the United States through flexible, remote sessions that meet learners where they are.
Role Overview
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Science Tutors who can confidently support students from 6th grade through college level. Subjects may include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, and related areas. Tutors who understand the U.S. curriculum and who can tutor more than one science subject are able to connect with more students.
If you are also comfortable tutoring Math, that is a strong plus and can increase your schedule availability.
What We Offer
• Flexible remote work environment
• Ability to set your own schedule
• High quality student referrals
• Supportive community of tutors for collaboration and growth
• Professional development opportunities
• Compensation for student cancellations that occur within 24 hours
• Tutors retain 100 percent of their hourly rate
Important clarification about experience
TA experience, peer tutoring, grader roles, or lab assistant-only experience do not meet the experience requirements for this role. Applicants must have direct, professional teaching or tutoring experience with students.
To ensure the best experience for students, applicants must meet all requirements listed below.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years of professional teaching or tutoring experience
• At least 1 year of relevant U.S. teaching or tutoring experience
• Must have taught or tutored within the past 2 years
• At least 1 year of online tutoring experience
• Strong understanding of the U.S. curriculum and grading standards
• Ability to tutor a range of Science subjects between 6th grade and college level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Tutors with availability during peak hours (Monday through Thursday, 3 to 10 PM ET) can connect with more students. Broader weekday and weekend availability is a plus
• Fast and reliable internet connection
• Computer or laptop with microphone and camera. A stylus pen is highly recommended for clear annotations
• Quiet and professional environment
Onboarding & Activation Timeline
As we prepare for upcoming seasonal student demand, onboarding and tutor activation will take place on a staggered
schedule based on contract signing date.
• August 15• August 1 – August 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 1
• August 15 – September 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 15
Tutors will receive ongoing communication and updates throughout the waiting period.
Additional Content
Science Tutor (Contract)
Location: Remote
Hours: Set Your Own Schedule
Pay: $25.00/hr
About Learner Education
Learner Education is on a mission to help students reach their full academic potential through personalized 1 to 1 online tutoring. We believe that confidence, clarity, and genuine connection are the foundation of academic success. Our tutors support students across the United States through flexible, remote sessions that meet learners where they are.
Role Overview
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Science Tutors who can confidently support students from 6th grade through college level. Subjects may include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, and related areas. Tutors who understand the U.S. curriculum and who can tutor more than one science subject are able to connect with more students.
If you are also comfortable tutoring Math, that is a strong plus and can increase your schedule availability.
What We Offer
• Flexible remote work environment
• Ability to set your own schedule
• High quality student referrals
• Supportive community of tutors for collaboration and growth
• Professional development opportunities
• Compensation for student cancellations that occur within 24 hours
• Tutors retain 100 percent of their hourly rate
Important clarification about experience
TA experience, peer tutoring, grader roles, or lab assistant-only experience do not meet the experience requirements for this role. Applicants must have direct, professional teaching or tutoring experience with students.
To ensure the best experience for students, applicants must meet all requirements listed below.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years of professional teaching or tutoring experience
• At least 1 year of relevant U.S. teaching or tutoring experience
• Must have taught or tutored within the past 2 years
• At least 1 year of online tutoring experience
• Strong understanding of the U.S. curriculum and grading standards
• Ability to tutor a range of Science subjects between 6th grade and college level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Tutors with availability during peak hours (Monday through Thursday, 3 to 10 PM ET) can connect with more students. Broader weekday and weekend availability is a plus
• Fast and reliable internet connection
• Computer or laptop with microphone and camera. A stylus pen is highly recommended for clear annotations
• Quiet and professional environment
Onboarding & Activation Timeline
As we prepare for upcoming seasonal student demand, onboarding and tutor activation will take place on a staggered
schedule based on contract signing date.
• August 15• August 1 – August 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 1
• August 15 – September 15 contracts → Estimated onboarding begins September 15
Tutors will receive ongoing communication and updates throughout the waiting period.