xAI AI Tutor jobs: what the official postings say
By SOJI Research · Updated November 9, 2026
By the SOJI editorial team · Reviewed 9 November 2026
xAI AI Tutor is a family of temporary, remote roles posted on xAI's official job board, where tutors review and improve the output of the Grok models in a specialty such as math, writing or design. This guide sticks to what the postings say, notes where they are silent and keeps third-party opinions out of the facts. Last checked: 9 November 2026.
Key takeaways
- xAI's job board lists AI Tutor postings by specialty, including Math, Writing, Physics, Design, Video and Legal & Compliance. Each is marked "Temporary" and "Remote, International".
- The two postings we read state six-month terms, full-time or part-time, with possible extension or conversion to a permanent role.
- Pay: the postings give US ranges (see the table) and say international pay is shared during recruitment. Rates elsewhere: n/d, and the SOJI Pay Index does not cover xAI.
- Both postings say no visa sponsorship, and eligible countries differ by specialty.
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What the official postings say
The AI Tutor, Math posting describes annotating and labelling data with proprietary software, solving pure math problems and critically assessing AI answers. It asks for a master's or PhD in pure mathematics, or a comparable competition medal, plus English at CEFR C1 or higher.
The AI Tutor, Writing posting asks for native or C2-level English and verifiable proof of a writing specialty. It also asks for two writing samples. Both postings name SpaceXSI as the hiring entity for the Grok work, and both say candidates must be willing to travel to a company site and must not work for a competitor at the same time.
Neither posting says whether the role is contractor or employee. Check that point in writing before you accept.
How applying works
| Step | What the postings say |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fill in the form on the job board: contact details, country, work authorization, employment type |
| 2 | Attach a resume and proof for your specialty (Writing also asks for samples) |
| 3 | Confirm you have no competing employer |
| 4 | Recruitment: benefits and international pay details are shared here |
Interview stages and assessment content are not described, and we do not guess at them.
Pay and status
| Item | Math posting | Writing posting |
|---|---|---|
| US hourly range | $45 to $75 | $35 to $75 |
| International pay | Shared in recruitment | Shared in recruitment |
| Eligible countries | US, UK, Canada, Australia, India | US, UK, Canada, Australia |
| Contractor or employee | Not stated | Not stated |
The postings say pay depends on experience, education and location, among other factors, so the top of a range is not a promise. For comparing pay structures see hourly vs per-task pay and how to set your hourly rate.
Is an xAI AI Tutor job legit? A checklist
- Start from the official board. Use job-boards.greenhouse.io/xai or the xAI site, not a message from a stranger. Never share ID documents or passwords by chat.
- No fee in the postings we read. The FTC job scams guide lists signs of fake offers, and our guide on spotting legitimate AI training jobs goes further.
- Check the posting is still open before you spend time on it; see how to tell if a listing is still open.
- Read the terms before accepting; see what to read before signing.
- Check eligibility against your country first; see US-only vs worldwide jobs.
Alternatives to compare
- Reviewed the same way: Mercor, Micro1, Outlier and Alignerr.
- Compare stated rates: browse /jobs and the /pay-index.
Frequently asked questions
Is the xAI AI Tutor job legit?
The postings sit on xAI's official job board and describe a defined role, location rules and a six-month term. We cannot verify anyone's personal experience, so read the terms of the specific posting.
How much does an xAI AI Tutor earn?
The two postings we read give US ranges of $45 to $75 and $35 to $75 per hour. International pay is not published. Ask for your rate in writing.
Can I apply from outside the US?
It depends on the specialty. The Math posting lists India and the Writing posting does not, so check the posting for your field.
Limitations
We are an independent site. We read two public postings and the job board listing only, not application portals, assessments or contracts, and we cannot guarantee any outcome. xAI is not a SOJI partner and SOJI earns nothing if you apply. Postings and rates change, so the live page is the right source.
Sources and further reading
- xAI job board: xAI's official job board listing temporary remote AI Tutor roles by specialty.
- AI Tutor, Math posting: Temporary six-month role with requirements, eligible countries and a US pay range of $45 to $75 per hour.
- AI Tutor, Writing posting: Temporary six-month writing role with requirements, eligible countries and a US pay range of $35 to $75 per hour.
- FTC: Job Scams: how to spot and avoid job scams
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