Part-Time Academic Instructor (Remote)

Part-Time Academic Instructor (Remote)

Mindful Makers – Structured Homeschool Curriculum (K–8)

Mindful Makers is currently preparing content for the 2026–2027 academic year. We are hiring part-time academic instructors to assist with scripted content recording, platform training, and (after launch) grading and student communication.

This is a remote position with phased responsibilities.

Position Phases

Phase 1: Pre-Launch (Now – August 2026)

We are currently filming structured instructional content for the 2026–2027 school year.

During this phase, instructors will:

  • Record scripted academic lesson videos
  • Complete structured platform training
  • Participate in grading calibration sessions
  • Learn internal rubrics and feedback standards

Compensation:

  • Training time: $15–$18 per hour
  • Content filming: Paid per batch (rate discussed during interview; depends on grade band and video length)

Content is scripted. Academic alignment is predetermined.

Phase 2: Post-Launch (Beginning August 2026)

After student enrollment begins, instructors will transition into:

  • Grading assignments and projects
  • Reviewing AI-generated grammar feedback before release
  • Providing concise academic comments
  • Responding to parent and student messages in-platform

Compensation:

  • $15–$18 per hour for grading and messaging time
  • Assigned weekly hour targets based on enrollment

This is asynchronous instruction only. There are no live teaching requirements.

Responsibilities

Instructional Video Recording

  • Record clear, structured, academically neutral lesson videos
  • Follow provided scripts
  • Meet production deadlines
  • Maintain consistent tone aligned to grade band

Grading & Feedback

  • Grade submissions using structured rubrics
  • Confirm AI grammar checks before student release
  • Provide concise, constructive academic feedback
  • Meet 48–72 hour turnaround expectations

Communication

  • Respond to parent/student questions within assigned work windows
  • Maintain professional and structured tone
  • Escalate concerns to administration when necessary

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree (Education or related field preferred)
  • Strong writing and grammar skills
  • Experience teaching, tutoring, or homeschooling
  • Comfort recording instructional video
  • Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals

Preferred:

  • Experience with project-based learning
  • Experience grading upper elementary or middle school writing
  • Familiarity with homeschool families

Ideal Candidate

You are:

  • Structured and deadline-oriented
  • Calm and professional
  • Comfortable with rubric-based grading
  • Efficient with time management
  • Academically neutral in tone

Mindful Makers maintains structured academic standards and expects instructors to uphold consistency and clarity.

Time Commitment

  • Pre-launch: Flexible filming batches + scheduled training hours
  • Post-launch: Approximately 5–15 hours per week depending on enrollment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 15 per week

Work Location: Remote

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