About the role
Position Overview
Upswing is seeking an experienced remote instructor to deliver a live, interactive workshop series designed to help students prepare for the TEAS and HESI entrance exams. The ideal candidate has strong content expertise in nursing entrance exam preparation and can engage students in a virtual classroom environment through structured, high-impact sessions.
This instructor will lead a series of six live workshops via Zoom, helping students build confidence in core exam areas including reading, math, science, and English/language usage. Workshops should be interactive and student-centered, incorporating practice questions, strategy coaching, and opportunities for live Q&A. Total compensation is $600 - $1,200 for designing and presenting six workshops + some email communication with Upswing Tutor Management.
Workshop Schedule: Wednesdays at 6:00 PM CST - 7:00 PM CST
Series Dates:
September 2, 2026
September 9, 2026
September 16, 2026
September 23, 2026
September 30, 2026
October 7, 2026
Key Responsibilities
Design and facilitate six live online workshops for students preparing for TEAS and/or HESI exams
Deliver engaging instruction covering key exam subjects, including:
Reading comprehension
Mathematics
Science (biology, anatomy & physiology, chemistry)
Grammar and language usage
Test-taking strategies
Create an interactive virtual learning experience using polls, multiple choice questions, chat, breakout activities, and guided practice
Adapt instruction to meet varying student skill levels
Provide students with actionable study strategies and exam preparation techniques
Share supplemental practice resources or study recommendations as appropriate
Collaborate with program staff on workshop scheduling, curriculum alignment, and student engagement goals
Track attendance and provide brief post-session summaries when requested
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in education, nursing, health sciences, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
3+ years of prior teaching, tutoring, or workshop facilitation experience for TEAS and/or HESI preparation
Demonstrated expertise in nursing school entrance exams
Experience teaching in a remote environment using Zoom
Strong presentation and group facilitation skills
Ability to explain complex concepts clearly to adult and college-level learners
Reliable internet connection and professional remote setup
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field
Experience working with college students, adult learners, or academic support programs
Familiarity with standardized test prep curriculum development
Previous experience leading multi-session online workshops
Nursing, pre-health, or allied health academic background
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a dynamic educator who can make exam prep approachable and motivating. They are comfortable presenting to groups online, encouraging participation, and breaking down difficult concepts into practical strategies students can immediately apply.