Education Manager - Site Director, Test Prep & Tutoring
About the job
- Have at least two years of teaching or tutoring high school students after college.
- Demonstrate strong SAT proficiency.
- Communicate effectively, especially with parents.
- Be organized, reliable, and detail-oriented.
- Take initiative and follow through.
- Teach SAT classes and tutor students in test preparation and academic subjects.
- Adapt instruction to different learning styles.
- Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction.
- Speak with prospective families and guide them toward the appropriate program.
- Help students get started with tutoring and classes.
- Build relationships that support student retention and referrals.
- Manage class schedules and student enrollment.
- Coordinate day-to-day logistics and program execution.
- Support and mentor tutors.
- Contribute to outreach and local growth efforts.
About the company
What AJ Tutoring does: It offers one-on-one tutoring for test preparation and academics, plus college admissions counseling, primarily serving students in the Bay Area. How its products work: It provides personalized, one-on-one sessions taught by professional educators and tutors who adapt to each student’s learning style, using targeted strategies forStandardized tests, coursework, and college applications to build skills, confidence, and readiness. How it differs from competitors: AJ Tutoring emphasizes tailored, individual instruction through a team of educators and counselors, aiming for efficient progress by customizing approaches to fit each student rather than a one-size-fits-all method. What its goal is: To give students the tools and confidence to succeed in any school or class and on any standardized test, and to help with the college admission process.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Palo Alto, California
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AJ Tutoring opened 2026 SAT classes through March 2027 across Orinda, Danville, and Palo Alto.
- September 2026 job boards list 24-37 openings, signaling active growth and turnover absorption.
- Recent reviews praise tutors like Megan Chan and Caecilia for score gains and fit.
What critics are saying
- Bay Area centers and in-person classes expose AJ Tutoring to California rent and commute-sensitive demand.
- Job listings require 15 weekly hours and one-year commitments, limiting hiring flexibility.
- A prolonged SAT volume decline breaks the company’s core acquisition funnel.
What makes AJ Tutoring unique
- AJ Tutoring runs 16+ Bay Area centers plus in-home and online tutoring as of 2026.
- Its 2026 job posts promise paid admin time, merit raises, and professional offices.
- The company sells 1-on-1 SAT, ACT, and academic coaching, not generic homework help.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Paid Training
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Remote Work Options