Academic Tutor

Jovie of Michigan & Pittsburgh • Canton, MI

16h • Onsite

About The Position

College Tutors of Michigan is searching for organized, subject specific experts to work as dedicated part-time Academic Tutors for middle and high school students. The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage and connect with students, and a passion for helping them succeed academically. As a College Tutor, you will foster strong connections with students and their parents, provide academic assistance, plan and prepare for tutoring sessions, and evaluate student progress. Patience is key when working with middle and high school students.

Requirements

• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine interest in supporting middle and high school students.
• Ability to build rapport with students and adapt instruction to different learning styles and academic levels.
• Comfortable providing one-on-one support in person.
• Patient, encouraging, and student-centered approach to learning.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to tutoring locations as needed.
• Availability to work with students in person at one of our office locations.
• Daytime availability on two or more weekdays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or working with adolescents.
• For College Test Prep applicants: a score in the 90th percentile or above on college entrance exam(s).
• Virtual and in remote learning environments could be available but we are specifically seeking in-person tutors.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance to students.
• Plan and prepare for each tutoring session using student and learning center resources.
• Evaluate student progress toward goals and determine appropriate courses of action.
• Foster strong, honest connections with students and their parents.
• Provide one-on-one support in person.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed