Kumon is the world’s largest and most successful after-school math and reading program. Our location, Kumon Math and Reading Learning Center of Wayne, is currently seeking a Kumon Math and Reading Assistant to join its team.

Kumon Assistant is a vital contributor to the success of our students, and the Kumon Center, itself. Help with assisting the Instructor in the development of our youngest students, the Early Learner Assistant will work with one to two students at a time, implementing our proprietary worksheets properly at every step along the way. An individual in this role will learn from students, complete training, and communicate frequently with the Instructor to ensure that each learning experience is a valuable one for the child(ren)’s growth and development. In order to succeed in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Enjoy working with young children, especially those aged 3 to 7.
• Be a natural motivator, with a high level of energy and an encouraging demeanor.
• Have patience when interacting with very young children.
• Demonstrate a commitment to making a difference in the community and a belief that all children have the potential to achieve academic excellence.
• Be reliable; arriving to work each day, on time, so that he/she can work with assigned students.
• Provide attention, structure, and instructions to young students, while also fostering a positive attitude toward the study.
• Assist the Instructor with various daily responsibilities, including but not limited to: preparing materials for class, maintaining a clean/orderly classroom, and grading assignments.
• Work well as part of a team, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess a strong grasp of basic mathematics and reading
• Be available to work on Monday: 3:45 PM - 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 3:30 - 8:00 PM, and/or Thursday: 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
• Be available for training, outside of the hours listed above, so long as he/she is provided with reasonable notice of the date and time.
• Interested candidates should be aware that:
• The starting hourly rate for this position at $10.00.
• After submitting a resume, you will still be required to complete an application for employment.
• Anyone 15 years of age, or older, applying for this position, must submit to a full background check prior to being formally hired.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 15 per week

Grade school specialties:

• Elementary school
• English
• ESL
• Kindergarten
• Math
• Middle school
• Pre-Kindergarten
• Reading

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person