Careers for High Performers

General Academic continuously seeks outstanding intellectuals to join our team. We are brilliant, charismatic, and accomplished–and we want you.

In spring of 2020, 100% of our staff had scored in the top 5% on the SAT or ACT; 40% were Rice affiliated; 30% were UH affiliated, 23% were graduate students, and 40% were experienced professionals.

Founded in a Rice University dorm room in 2003, we are one of Houston’s largest, most respected, and established integrated tutoring, test prep, enrichment and publishing companies. More than 100k students referenced our e-learning materials during the 2020-2021 academic year.

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We are actively hiring for the following positions:

Our Peer & Pro Tutors comprise the majority of our staff and tutor students in everything from 1st grade reading to linear algebra and organic chemistry. They possess raw brilliance but also empathize and communicate well.

One-to-one private tutoring is usually in a client’s home but may also take place in-office. Study Lounge and course instructors work out of our office.

This position benefits from flexible hours and assignments. If hired, Tutors can decide when, how long, and with whom they want to work.

Note that we do not hire summer-only tutors.

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K12 Instructional Content Writer (Science and Math)

Overview

The Writer reports to the Manager for Curriculum Development and participates in the creation, review, and management of educational instruction material for K12 test prep and core academic subjects:

  • Write K12 science and math instructional material
  • Edit instructional material from subordinate writers
  • Assist in project management

While not required, the Writer may optionally tutor students.

Candidate Profile and Required Skills

General Academic seeks a self-motivated, fastidious, and creative individual to write and edit content and help manage projects. They must have an interest in education, technology, and publishing.

The ideal candidate is very academically accomplished, a strong writer, and comfortable with K12 science including biology, chemistry, and physics plus be proficient in math through at least Algebra II but preferably calculus.

A college education is required, but no previous work experience is necessary.

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We want you for you.

General Academic does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis covered by local law.

In spring of 2020, our staff was 40% female, 35% white, 32% Asian, 23% Hispanic, and 13% African American. 10% identified as being LGBTQ.

Why Choose General Academic

Knowledge Leadership

General Academic is a global leader in academic publishing:

  • Houston School Survey informs and advises more than 50k parents a year;
  • We have written nearly 30 practice tests for the ISEE,
  • And 10 practice tests for the ACT,
  • And 10 practice tests for the SAT;
  • Plus we’re writing digital content lessons.

Leading Compensation

We value your talent and compensate accordingly:

  • Undergraduates and recent alumni (Peers) start at $26/hr
  • Experienced hires (Pros) start at $33/hr
  • Promotion levels can increase pay by over 100%
  • We pay tutors’ W2 payroll taxes
  • Available health insurance & retirement plans

Excellent Support

Working with General Academic means joining a supportive team:

  • Extensive training and internally developed teaching materials
  • Cloud-based, easy to use administrative tools
  • Team of 40+ collaborative tutors
  • Experienced and professional managers
  • Awesome loft study space

Fun and Flexible

We want you to be successful and enjoy your work:

  • Set the schedule and take the clients that you want
  • No car is required when tutoring in-office
  • Virtual meeting software for remote lessons
  • Social game nights and holiday parties
  • Access to our Study Lounge for your own studies

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