Bridges Tutor

HEART OF LOS ANGELES YOUTH INC • Los Angeles, CA

5d • $25 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bridges Tutor will support youth ages 10–18 with school assignments and special projects, providing academic guidance and resources to help students succeed. This role fosters academic discipline and encourages student commitment to improving homework completion and overall performance across school subjects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a college degree, with successful completion of college-level English and Math coursework (grade of B or higher)
• Experience working with middle- and high school-aged youth, modeling positive and compassionate behavior as a mentor and role model
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• A genuine enthusiasm for engaging and connecting with youth
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Experience supporting marginalized communities, and students from historically underserved or underrepresented communities
• Must pass CA DOJ Background check

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitate small groups and/or one-on-one reading, math or/and science comprehension sessions for students struggling in those subjects when necessary
• Plan and teach an academic enrichment class once a week
• Check students' homework to ensure they have completed their assignments adequately
• Be cooperative with managing students and be prepared at all times to work diligently for the betterment of Heart of Los Angeles’ youth
• Be punctual and communicate any concerns or questions to the Bridges Staff
• Create and foster a positive academic/career-enriching environment for all youth (grades 6th-12th)
• Support Heart of Los Angeles in all areas of after-school programming
• Develop and implement academic assignments for students with low academic performance in order to enhance their learning and interest in the subject
• Gain and maintain knowledge of current educational issues/trends
• May perform other relevant duties as assigned

Benefits

• Employer-covered mental wellness benefit, including free virtual therapy, through First Stop Health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree