Bilingual STEM Tutor Remote $22/hr

About the Role

As part of a distributed team, the successful candidate will be expected to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that all educational materials meet the highest standards of scientific rigor and linguistic clarity. Given the nature of the role, the ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines is crucial.

What You Will Do

• Design and optimize STEM-based prompts in Portuguese and English, ensuring scientific accuracy and linguistic clarity.
• Define and document evaluation standards for STEM contexts to maintain consistency and quality across all materials.
• Conduct thorough model testing and grading, comparing outputs in Portuguese and English for accuracy and clarity.
• Support benchmarking and quality assurance processes to ensure consistency across Portuguese-language benchmarks.
• Collaborate in QA processes to guarantee that tasks meet the required scientific rigor before integration into official benchmarks.
• Participate in the development of educational materials that cater to diverse learning needs.
• Engage with the team to identify areas for improvement in current materials and processes.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of work, including project updates and challenges faced.

What We Are Looking For

• Native-level fluency in Portuguese (written) with strong English reading and writing abilities.
• A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, or a related STEM field.
• Familiarity with undergraduate-level biology, physics, and chemistry topics.
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills, with the ability to work on complex educational materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team, with excellent time management skills.
• Experience with digital tools and platforms used in remote education and collaboration.

Nice to Have

• 2+ years of experience in teaching, research, or an applied STEM discipline field.
• Experience with bilingual or multilingual educational projects.
• Familiarity with AI-led educational platforms and tools.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly rate of $22/hr.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge education technology company.
• Collaborative and dynamic remote work environment.
• Professional development opportunities in the field of STEM education.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones and schedules.
• Access to state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms for education and collaboration.

• Ensure your portfolio includes samples of STEM-related educational materials you've developed or worked on, especially those showcasing your bilingual skills.
• Practice your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as these are key areas of assessment in the application process.
• Familiarize yourself with common educational technologies and platforms used in remote learning environments.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with undergraduate-level STEM topics and how you can adapt these for educational materials.
• Highlight any experience you have with quality assurance processes and how you ensure the quality of educational content.
• Research Mercor and its mission to understand how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and values.