AP Literature & AP Language Tutor

Who We Are

Top Score Education is a leader in personalized, private, and small-group education programs. Our innovative curricula blend analytical and creative thinking to develop strong learners and leaders. We're growing rapidly and seeking new team members to teach, mentor, and guide bold, exceptional students while growing professionally as we build an education movement.

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The Position

We are seeking a part-time, 1-1, in-home high school tutor in Northern Virginia, DC, or Maryland. To be competitive, it would be ideal if you have past experience teaching/tutoring AP Literature and Composition and AP Language and Composition . Bonus points if you also have experience teaching or tutoring honors English, creative writing, or college essay prep.

How To Apply

Please fill out the Google Form linked below to apply.

Ideal Candidate

• Instructional Expertise: Experience tutoring or teaching AP Literature, AP Language, and high school English courses. We value tutors with a strong grasp of rhetorical analysis, literary critique, and essay composition skills.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required (English, Humanities, Education, or a related field preferred).
• Background: Current or former AP Literature and/or AP Language classroom teachers are highly encouraged to apply!
• Interpersonal Skills: Energized to foster positive relationships with our client families.
• Organization: Highly focused and organized, with strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to follow processes.
• Communication: Fast, consistent, and direct communication.
• Collaboration: Committed to ongoing collaboration with students, tutors, and teams.

Duties

• Academic planning and instruction (including AP exam strategy, essay drafting/editing, and literary analysis).
• Conduct 90–120-minute private individual lessons in students' homes on weekdays (4–10 pm) and/or weekends.
• Develop and maintain genuine, positive, and consistent communication with parents and students.

Compensation

Top Score Education offers highly competitive compensation. The starting pay range for this role is $55–$75 per hour .

Logistical Requirements

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• A minimum commitment of 8 teaching hours per week (for example, 1–2 weekday evenings and one weekend day).
• Consistent access to a car (work is primarily 1:1 in students’ homes) and willingness to drive up to 30 minutes to a lesson (travel bonus for longer travel).