High School Algebra and ELA Tutor
About The Position
High School Algebra and ELA Tutor Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you! The Job: SmartStart Education seeks a small group Algebra and ELA Tutor to work with small groups of high school students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays . Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as students who are struggling with fundamental algebra and ELA skills. Students are from grade levels 9th through 12th . The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a high school in Dayton, OH . 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). Job Details: The tutoring position begins promptly on March 17 , 2026 and ends on May 14, 2026 . The schedule will be 8 am through 3pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays . Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable. Salary Range: $214.20 to $235.62 per day.
Requirements
- Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field
- Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting
- Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity
- Mastery of high school algebra and ELA concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter
- 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 navigate a school environment, including multiple classrooms, hallways and stairs
Responsibilities
- Work with small groups of high school students (1-4 students)
- Work with students struggling with fundamental algebra and ELA skills
- Work with students from grade levels 9th through 12th
- Provide tutoring services within the classroom (push-in) or outside the classroom (pull-out)
- Take daily attendance
- Monitor student progress using a personal device (mobile phone)
