Academic Tutor

Crimson Education is the world’s leading college admissions consulting firm, with over 1,490 Ivy League offers and 2,410 to the US Top 15. We help ambitious students gain admission to the world’s top universities through expert-led guidance and proven, data-driven strategies. Crimson students are 7x more likely to get into the Ivy League than their peers. We were recently featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. Crimson is the only college admissions consultancy that brings together: Former Ivy League and Top 20 admissions officers to rigorously review and refine applications Professors and PhD teaching fellows from leading universities to guide students through original, independent research — with pathways to selective peer-reviewed publication or conference presentation Past ISEF winners and judges who coach students to compete for state, national, and international science fair awards Capstone project mentors who help students design and scale leadership initiatives with real-world impact, measurable outcomes, and credible external validation We’re backed by leading VC firms, including Tiger Global, Heal Partners, IceHouse Ventures, and Movac, and recently closed a USD $40M Series D funding round at a USD $640M valuation. We now operate across 21 markets worldwide, including the US, Canada, UK, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia, and New Zealand. The Team The Rise Team spans 3 continents, bringing together educators, innovators, artists, athletes, researchers, and advocates who believe every student deserves a personalized education experience regardless of where they’re coming from. Hailing from top institutions worldwide, our strategy consultants and academic tutors bring their personal experiences to the table as they invest in personalizing students’ education experiences and helping families navigate today’s increasingly complex education landscape. The Role As a Crimson Rise Strategic Academic Tutor, you will work directly with middle school and some elementary-aged students (ages 6-14) to analyze their academic performance, design personalized study plans, and execute strategic tutoring that builds both subject mastery and long-term academic confidence. You'll work directly with the student’s Strategist and will serve as both a technical subject expert and an academic overseer, translating school reports into actionable improvement plans while helping students develop the study skills and confidence to excel. You'll be responsible for: Analyzing academic transcripts to identify strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities Designing and executing strategic study plans tailored to each student's needs, learning style, and academic goals Delivering 1:1 tutoring across core courses (mathematics, science, humanities, social sciences) while building foundational study skills Adapting instruction to multiple curricula and grade standards based on student location Collaborating with Rise Strategists to ensure tutoring aligns with the student's broader roadmap Communicating progress clearly and regularly with parents and the student's strategy team WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Academic Analysis & Strategic Planning Review student reports and assessments to diagnose academic strengths and weaknesses Create customized study plans that address skill gaps and accelerate growth Set short-term and long-term academic goals with measurable outcomes Design learning pathways that prepare students for advanced coursework and competitive academic programs General Study Skills Development Organization and time management techniques Note-taking and active reading strategies Test preparation and exam strategies Memory techniques and retention methods Self-advocacy and learning ownership Growth mindset and academic confidence Subject-Specific & Study Skills Tutoring (≤G8 Level): Mathematics (across grade levels and curricula) Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) English Language & Literature History, Culture, & Social Studies Critical reading, writing, and analytical thinking WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 2+ years professional teaching experience at a top public/private high school in your region 1+ years experience educating, coaching, or working with 11-14 year-olds Deep familiarity with local grade standards and curricula in your region Deep familiarity with international curricula in your region (AP, IB, Cambridge, etc.) Experience with curriculum or lesson plan development Familiarity with adolescent brain development and age-appropriate pedagogical approaches Please keep an eye on your spam / junk email folder for correspondence from Team Tailor. Apply To This Job