After School Tutor
About The Position
East Side House Settlement seeks an After School Tutor to provide structured academic support and guidance to high school students throughout the school year. The role supports the Neighborhood Development Area Educational Support Programs, which help students improve academically, prepare for college or advanced training, develop leadership and conflict-resolution skills, and explore career and education opportunities. Tutors help students meet or exceed grade-level standards while motivating them, maintaining their interest, and modeling timeliness, attendance, and professionalism. The position also requires taking an active and appropriate interest in students’ well-being. The Tutor works under the supervision of the Program Director at Bronx Design and Construction Academy and Bronx Haven High School in the Bronx. The work takes place in various school classrooms. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and may not exceed 15 hours per week. Minimal travel is expected.
Requirements
- Commitment to the mission and programs of East Side House.
- Familiarity with NYC Regents standards and strong knowledge of the NYC high school math and reading curriculum.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to create basic lesson plans.
- High school diploma at minimum.
- Must be enrolled in a college degree program.
- Must be available after school, Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; the schedule cannot exceed 15 hours per week.
- Must successfully complete required background checks and/or screenings, including DOE/PETS and NYS Statewide Central Registry clearance.
- Ability to talk or listen regularly and to carry, lift, and pull activity supplies to family homes.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred.
- Familiarity with Common Core Standards is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one and in small groups with students to provide academic intervention.
- Partner with the Academic Support Team to develop and implement instructional strategies.
- Regularly provide or exchange student information with Student Advocates and other program staff, as appropriate.
- Document tutoring sessions in the Tutor Log, including student interactions, achievements, and potential concerns.
- Periodically administer assessments and collaborate with staff to analyze scores.
- Motivate students, maintain their interest, and model timeliness, attendance, and professionalism.
- Take a sincere, active, and appropriate interest in students’ well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
