Online Technical Tutor
Washington, DC
Part Time to Full Time
Entry Level
Position: Online Technical Tutor (STEM / FAA Courses)
Location:
Remote (U.S.-based or approved international support), supporting FAA users nationwide
Job Type:
Part-Time / On-Demand
Job Summary
The Online Technical Tutor provides one-on-one, on-demand tutoring support to FAA Airway Transportation System Specialists (ATSS) in advanced technical subject areas, including mathematics, electronics, antennas, transmission systems, and Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). Tutoring is delivered through a web-based platform and supports FAA training programs designed to prepare personnel for technical operations roles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in:
- Mathematics
- Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related)
- Physics or closely related technical field
- OR:
- Valid teaching certification in a relevant technical subject
- Demonstrated proficiency in:
- Algebra, trigonometry, logarithms
- Electronics fundamentals (Ohm’s Law, AC/DC circuits)
- RF systems, antennas, or transmission lines (preferred)
- Ability to use web-based tutoring tools (video, chat, whiteboard, file sharing)
- Strong communication and instructional skills
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Availability during:
- Monday–Friday, 0700–1530 Central Time
Responsibilities
- Deliver one-on-one tutoring sessions (up to 60 minutes per session) via online platform
- Assist students with course materials through:
- File uploads (PDF, DOC, images, etc.)
- Real-time problem solving using whiteboard/drawing tools
- Provide instruction in FAA technical training subjects, including:
- Mathematics refresher topics
- Environmental/electronics concepts
- Antennas and transmission lines
- Instrument Landing Systems (ILS)
- Record and document all tutoring sessions for archiving and review
- Provide feedback on student performance and learning progress
- Maintain professional communication with students and program staff
- Support scheduled and on-demand tutoring requests
- Participate in performance evaluations and quality assurance processes
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