AP020 - Part-Time Tutor - Larchmont, NY

British American Household Staffing • Larchmont, NY

3d • $75 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

A family in Larchmont, New York, is seeking a warm, engaging, and experienced academic tutor to support two high-school-aged children, primarily their 14-year-old daughter in ninth grade. The student earns generally A and B grades and has ADHD; she is finding the transition to high school challenging, especially with organisation, time management, and planning assignments and larger projects. The tutor will provide homework support across high school subjects while helping her build effective study habits, independence, and confidence. The family hopes to establish a positive, consistent relationship that can continue throughout the student’s high school years.

The schedule is three days per week for two hours per session, ideally Monday through Thursday, with a preferred time of approximately 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Earlier hours may be possible for the right candidate. The role is in person at the family’s home. Occasional academic support for the family’s tenth-grade student may also be needed. Compensation is $75–$100+ per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, for an anticipated six hours per week.

Requirements

• Previous experience tutoring or providing academic support to middle-school or high-school-aged students.
• Strong academic background and confidence assisting with a broad range of high school subjects.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, patient, and engaging manner, with the ability to build positive relationships with teenagers.
• Ability to provide structure and accountability while encouraging independence and self-confidence.
• Background in teaching, education, or private tutoring is required.
• Legally authorised to work in the United States.
• Available to work in person at the family’s home in the New York area.
• Available three weekday evenings per week, preferably Monday through Thursday, for two hours per session.
• Some scheduling flexibility is appreciated.
• Seeking a long-term position.
• Excellent, verifiable professional references.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting students with ADHD and developing organisational and study skills is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework assistance and general academic support across high school subjects, including English, science, mathematics, and humanities.
• Help the student develop organisational skills, time management, and independent study habits.
• Monitor assignments, upcoming tests, and project deadlines using school platforms such as Google Classroom.
• Help break larger projects into manageable steps, prioritise tasks, and plan ahead.
• Provide structure, encouragement, and accountability, adapting support to the student’s ADHD and individual learning style.
• Offer occasional academic support to the family’s tenth-grade student as needed.
• Collaborate with the family and existing subject-specific tutors, and provide regular updates on academic progress and areas needing additional support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed