Math Tutor

Math Tutor (part-time)

Atrium School (PreK – Grade 8), Watertown, MA

Atrium School currently seeks a part-time (3 or 4 days per week) math tutor who would be paid privately by families. The hours would be negotiable, ideally within school hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. With a passion for and specialization in mathematics, you would work with students individually or in small groups, providing them with support and guidance to improve their understanding and skills in mathematics. Your primary responsibility will be to assist students in comprehending mathematical concepts, solving problems, and developing effective study strategies. Atrium teachers will work in partnership to support that goal.

As a self-employed tutor, this would naturally involve invoicing and collecting payment directly from families, who will welcome this support for their child. As a service provider who works on the school site, you would also be required to secure liability insurance and a background check. At the same time, Atrium will provide an already established clientele, facilitate and encourage connections with families, offer contact information regarding insurance and background checks, and ensure that an appropriate space is available to work in the school.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions with elementary and middle school students.
• Assess students' math proficiency and identify areas for improvement.
• Create personalized learning plans tailored to each student's needs and learning style.
• Teach fundamental math concepts and skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, geometry, and algebra.
• Provide clear explanations and examples to help students grasp difficult concepts.
• Offer guidance and assistance with homework assignments, projects, and test preparation.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies as necessary to ensure comprehension and improvement.
• Foster a supportive and encouraging learning environment that promotes confidence and academic success.
• Communicate regularly with students' parents or guardians to discuss progress, challenges, and goals.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support students inside and outside of class.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, education, or a related field (preferred).
• Previous experience working as a math tutor or teacher.
• Strong understanding of elementary and middle school math curriculum and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Reliable and punctual with a commitment to maintaining scheduled tutoring sessions.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Relevant certifications may be required.

Join our team and make a positive impact on students' academic success and confidence in math!

We seek candidates who will add to the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of the school community. Additionally, we seek candidates who are committed to building and sustaining a community that is richly diverse and includes a wide range of family structures, and racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.  

For further information about the mission, program, and community at Atrium, please visit www.atrium.org. To apply for this position, please submit a resume, a cover letter, and the names of three references to Nicole Moran at nmoran@atrium.org. Please mention in your cover letter where you learned about this position.