High School Algebra 1 Tutor

SmartStart Education • Torrington, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SmartStart Education seeks a small group Algebra 1 tutor to work with small groups of high school students Monday through Friday. Each small group consists of 1-4 students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental Algebra 1 skills. Students are from all grade levels, including grades 9-12. The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a high school in Torrington, CT. 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 and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
• Mastery of high school Algebra 1 concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
• Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
• Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
• 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.
• Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of 1-4 high school students who are struggling with fundamental Algebra 1 skills.
• Work with each group several times throughout the week at a high school in Torrington, CT.
• Provide services within the classroom (push-in) or outside of the classroom (pull-out).
• Take daily attendance.
• Monitor student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level