Acadamia.net, Inc., Saint Paul

In order to be hired by Acadamia.net, Inc., prospective instructors can't just waltz in with college degree in their area of study and a score of at least 29 on the ACT, although those are both required. They also must pass the company's rigorous snoozology test. During the daunting exam, instructors are faced with a challenge most teacher dread: maintaining the interest of a tired, bored high schooler. The instructors who pass this exam eventually lead high schoolers through intense ACT test prep courses that take a variety of forms and match all types of schedules. Some classes meet once a week for six weeks; others consume students with information during two-day 8-hour crash courses.

When not teaching the secrets of the ACT, the instructors help students with their general scholarly pursuits. They offer K-12 tutoring for all subjects, as well as GED Test prep for students looking to meet high school equivalency requirements.