Private Tutor - Middle School Preparation
About The Position
Thrive Education Partners is seeking an exceptional private educator to work one-on-one with a bright, enthusiastic fifth-grade student preparing to transition into a more academically rigorous sixth-grade school environment. The student previously attended a rigorous international British/IB school and currently attends a Montessori-based school. She is curious and motivated, enjoys school, creative writing, drama, sports, and imaginative activities, and would benefit from consistent, structured instruction that preserves her enthusiasm for learning. The educator will assess the student’s current academic skills, address foundational gaps, and provide individualized instruction in mathematics and English Language Arts. Instruction will also include age-appropriate independent school entrance assessment preparation and engaging foundational U.S. history, geography, and social studies activities. The tutor will develop a cohesive plan to build academic confidence and support a successful transition to a traditional college-preparatory environment, monitor progress, and communicate regularly with the family and Thrive Education Partners. The anticipated schedule is Monday through Thursday afternoons, beginning around 2:30 p.m. for approximately 90 minutes per session, and Friday mornings beginning around 10:00–10:30 a.m. for approximately 3.5 hours. The family is flexible and willing to adjust the schedule for an exceptional candidate. Compensation is $60–$85 per hour, depending on experience and credentials.
Requirements
- Experience as an elementary or middle school educator, with expertise in fifth and sixth grades.
- Experience identifying and addressing academic learning gaps to support a successful transition from fifth to sixth grade.
- Highly organized, creative, and adaptable, with the ability to balance academic rigor and student-centered instruction.
- Ability to independently plan and deliver engaging instruction across multiple subject areas.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Singapore Math.
- Experience with independent school admissions preparation.
- Experience with ISEE preparation.
Responsibilities
- Assess the student’s current academic skills and identify gaps in foundational knowledge.
- Provide individualized fifth- and sixth-grade mathematics instruction emphasizing problem-solving, reasoning, and conceptual understanding.
- Strengthen English Language Arts skills, including reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and written expression.
- Incorporate age-appropriate preparation for independent school entrance assessments.
- Introduce foundational U.S. history, geography, and social studies through engaging, integrated activities.
- Develop a cohesive instructional plan that builds academic confidence and prepares the student for a transition into a traditional college-preparatory environment.
- Monitor the student’s progress and communicate regularly with the family and Thrive Education Partners.
- Independently plan and deliver engaging instruction across multiple subject areas.
Benefits
- Compensation of $60–$85 per hour, depending on experience and credentials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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