In-Person Tutor: Staten Island

Braintrust Tutors • New York, NY

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Braintrust Tutors is seeking dedicated Reading and Math educators to provide in-person tutoring in Staten Island Public Schools, with the current opening at I.S. 051 Edwin Markham. Tutors work with students to strengthen reading comprehension, fluency, critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, number sense, and problem-solving skills. They deliver structured, high-impact interventions using Braintrust Tutors curricula and materials, adapting instruction to student needs and monitoring progress.

This is a part-time 1099 contractor opportunity. Engagements generally run 12–14 weeks, with opportunities during fall (October to December) and spring (January to May) semesters. Sessions take place during school-day hours, typically three or four days per week for 45 minutes per session. Applicants must be available for the full schedule. The rate is $60 per hour, prorated by session. In-person engagements are prioritized, though additional online roles may be available to tutors who want to fill out their schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• An active or expired teaching license, or at least five years of experience working with K–8 students in an educational environment.
• Reading instruction experience that includes morphology-based word study, vocabulary development, reading comprehension strategies, and writing skills covering grammar, syntax, and multi-paragraph composition using a structured scope and sequence.
• Knowledge of math instruction that builds number sense, procedural fluency, and problem-solving skills, with a scope and sequence from counting to multi-digit arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Comfort collaborating with teachers and staff.
• Punctuality, professionalism, and reliability for all scheduled sessions.
• Reliable transportation and/or appropriate technology for instruction.
• A laptop with Windows or macOS and a supported browser (Chrome/Edge Chrome 115+, Firefox 115+, or Safari 16+), or an iPad with iOS 17 or greater and an external keyboard.
• Availability for the entire assigned schedule.
• Reading and NYC PETs cleared.

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group reading and math tutoring to students developing literacy skills.
• Implement Braintrust Tutors intervention programs as designed and use all materials with fidelity.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and academic performance.
• Collaborate with the Braintrust Tutors Operations team and school staff to support student growth.
• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment that promotes focus and confidence.
• Follow school-site procedures and policies while maintaining a professional and dependable presence.
• Use provided assessments and progress-monitoring tools to guide instruction.
• Manage session time effectively to complete planned instructional activities.

Benefits

• Access to coaching, collaboration, and a community of educators.
• Turnkey technology and instructional resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time