High School ELA Tutor - Dorothy Kirby Camp
About The Position
Tutor Partners is seeking an experienced, qualified high school English Language Arts (ELA) tutor to provide in-person tutoring services in partnership with the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) at Dorothy Kirby Camp, one of its Juvenile Court Schools. The role provides small-group and push-in support during the school day, including reading, writing, and English language development. The tutor will track student progress, participate in instructional planning and assessments, coordinate with teachers and school leaders, and maintain a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., now through the end of the 2026–27 school year. Pay is $20–$30 per hour. Tutor Partners describes this as an opportunity to make a direct academic impact with students in a specialized educational setting.
Requirements
- Associate's degree or a minimum of 24 college credits.
- At least 1 year of experience working with students in grades 6–12.
- Strong content knowledge in high school ELA, including reading comprehension, writing, and grammar.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to pass required background clearances, such as LiveScan/fingerprinting, as required by LACOE.
- Reliable transportation to the assigned site.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience in juvenile justice or alternative education settings.
- Experience supporting English Learners (EL).
Responsibilities
- Provide small-group and push-in ELA support aligned to student needs during the school day, including reading, writing, and English language development.
- Track and report student progress.
- Participate in instructional planning with teachers and school leaders, administration of assessments, and coordination meetings.
- Collaborate with Tutor Partners staff and site personnel to coordinate scheduling and materials.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
