E-structor Position FAQ
- How do I know that SMARTHINKING received my emailed application?
- When should I expect to hear from SMARTHINKING regarding my application?
- Do tutors work from home?
- Do tutors have to work from the same place on every shift?
- What are the technical requirements for tutors?
- What software do tutors need?
- Does SMARTHINKING hire tutors based outside of the U.S.?
- How much time do I need to commit to this position?
- How are tutors scheduled?
- Are tutors paid according to student usage?
- When/how are tutors paid?
- Is training required to become an tutor?
- Do I get paid for training?
1. How do I know that SMARTHINKING received my application?
You will receive an email from jobs@smarthinking.com indicating that we have received your application. If you do not receive this automatic reply, please email your materials again.
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2. When should I expect to hear from you regarding my application?
SMARTHINKING hires on a regular basis, but the peak season for hiring is May-August and November-December every year. Due to the high volume of applicants, it may take a number of weeks before we contact those individuals who pass our initial screening.
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3. Do tutors work from home?
Yes-tutors can work from any location where they have reliable access to the Internet.
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4. Do tutors have to work from the same place on every shift?
No-tutors can work from any location where they have reliable access to the Internet.
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5. What are the technical requirements for tutors?
Click here for specific technical requirements.
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6. What software do tutors need?
No special software is required, all tutoring takes place through our website. Although tutors must have compatible browsers-see item #5 (above) for specifics.
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7. Does SMARTHINKING hire tutors outside of the U.S.?
Yes, all that is needed is a reliable Internet access and a U.S. based bank account.
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8. How much time do I need to commit to this position?
We prefer that tutors commit to a minimum of 9 hours per week.
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9. How are tutors scheduled?
Tutors work a fixed weekly schedule that is set at the beginning of each academic term. Daily shifts typically range from 2 - 4 hours in length. Moreover, we typically offer additional reserve or substitute hours on a weekly basis.
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10. Are tutors paid according to student usage?
Most, tutors are paid an hourly wage irrespective of student usage.
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11. When/how are tutors paid?
Tutors are paid on the 15th and 30th of each month. We prefer tutors take advantage of our direct deposit payment options. Please note: because tutors are classified as part-time employees, appropriate state and local taxes are withheld.
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12. Is training required to become an tutor?
All tutors must successfully complete E-structor® Certification -- an online, discipline specific training program. The training programs are 10-15 hours in length. They consist of self-paced and guided online modules which are facilitated through our website.
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13. Do I get paid for training?
Yes.
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