What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELA/Math Tutor position at Smartstart Education Llc?
ELA/Math Tutor
Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!
About Us:
So, why choose SmartStart Education? SmartStart Education, LLC is an academic solutions company led by experienced educators. We provide educational staffing solutions for grades K-12. SmartStart partners with districts and schools to provide the best education professionals to fill long-term substitute and administrative staff vacancies.
The Job:
SmartStart Education seeks a small group ELA/Math tutor to work with small groups of elementary school students Monday - Thursday. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as students who are struggling with fundamental ELA and Math skills. Students are from all grade levels, including Kindergarten through 5th grade.
The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at an elementary school in the Gary, IN. Groups will take place within the classroom (push-in services) or outside of the classroom (pull-out services). Tutors should be flexible and comfortable with both settings. Each tutor will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance using a personal device (mobile phone) or a school issued laptop. Tutors are required to track student progress.
Job Details:
The tutoring position begins promptly on January 14, 2024 and ends on February 25, 2025. The schedule will be 7:15 am through 2:45 pm. Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.
Qualified Candidates:
If you believe that this position aligns with your qualifications and showcases your exceptional skills, we kindly request your confirmation regarding your ability to meet the following minimum requirements:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
- Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
- Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
- Mastery of elementary ELA and Math concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
- Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, although not required.
- Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
- Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
- Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
If you are confident in meeting these minimal qualifications, we encourage you to proceed with your application.
Pay: $29.21/hour
Salary : $29
