Lead Math Tutor

Saga Education • Chicago, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Math Tutor manages a small caseload of middle or high school students and delivers daily, high-dosage math tutoring using Saga’s curriculum and instructional model. The role provides individualized instruction during multiple class periods and facilitates small-group learning, independent practice, assessments, progress monitoring, and high-rigor math activities for students who are not in direct tutoring sessions. Lead Tutors build supportive relationships with students as mentors and advocates and help lead day-to-day operations at the school site. They provide backup site coverage when the Site Coordinator is absent.

The position also contributes to tutor onboarding and development, data-informed instructional planning, family and school engagement, and consistent implementation of the tutoring program. The Lead Tutor works with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager, participates in regular observations and professional development, and may lead professional development sessions and contribute resources to a tutor best-practices library.

This is an in-person, full-time role scheduled Monday through Friday for 37.5 hours per week during traditional school hours. The stated start date is August 17, 2026. The role ends in June 2027, with the specific end date based on the assigned school district calendar. Compensation is $23 per hour. A $500 relocation assistance payment is available to those relocating more than 50 miles.

Requirements

• Be a current Saga Tutor in good standing with demonstrated leadership abilities, or have one year of prior experience as a tutor working directly with middle or high school students.
• Demonstrate proficiency in high school mathematics, including Algebra I and II and Geometry.
• Be authorized to work in the United States and reside in one of the 50 states during background screening, onboarding, and employment; Saga does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
• Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Clear a Criminal History Check and all other security and health requirements set by Saga Education and the school district before training begins.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily math tutoring to an assigned caseload of middle or high school students for at least three class periods per day, using Saga’s curriculum and instructional model.
• Facilitate pull-out learning groups, independent practice, progress monitoring, assessments, and mixed-review activities for students during non-tutoring periods.
• Prepare for tutoring sessions using Saga curriculum materials and data-informed lesson planning.
• Build consistent relationships with students, set expectations, foster engagement, and manage behavior effectively.
• Enter, analyze, and use student academic data to differentiate instruction and adjust lesson plans to address individual learning needs.
• Partner with the Site Coordinator or Site Director to review student performance, identify learning gaps, and develop instructional and programmatic solutions.
• Maintain student attendance records, monitor academic progress, and provide timely, actionable feedback.
• Assist with onboarding and developing new tutors, including lesson planning, modeling effective instructional practices, and leading team-building activities.
• Participate in weekly observations, feedback sessions, reflections, evaluations, and professional development, and implement feedback to improve practice.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and guardians using their preferred method and document outreach efforts.
• Build working relationships with teachers, school staff, and community partners to support student success.
• Partner with site leadership to develop student incentives, progress trackers, celebrations, awards, and recognition activities.
• Provide on-site program coverage during absences of the Site Coordinator or other key staff, maintaining instructional continuity, program expectations, and communication with tutors and school partners.
• Address or help de-escalate routine on-site issues involving tutors or students and escalate concerns to the Site Coordinator or Program Manager as appropriate.
• Maintain site operations and program fidelity during Site Coordinator absences, supporting tutors and serving as the primary on-site lead.
• Support site operations as needed, including STAR assessment implementation and facilitation of mixed-review sessions.
• Check and respond to email and Slack communications daily and consult regularly with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager.
• Lead professional development sessions in an area of interest and contribute resources to the tutor best-practices library.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by site leadership or the school site.

Benefits

• Paid time off and sick leave
• Volunteer day
• Access to comprehensive health benefits
• Paid pre-service training
• Consistent professional and leadership development training
• Employee Assistance Program access, with mental, physical, and financial wellness benefits
• Access to Saga 360 Wellness Program
• Ability to participate in a 401(k)
• Monthly cell phone allowance
• Company-provided technology
• Public transit pass
• $500 relocation assistance for those relocating more than 50 miles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED