Reading and Math Tutor K-8

MLS Educational Consultants • McLean, VA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

For over 40 years, MLS Educational Consultants—a small, woman-owned business—has been a trusted part of the McLean educational community. We proudly serve second-generation clients and have been repeatedly recognized as the Best Tutoring, Test Prep, and College Admissions Advising Company in Arlington, McLean, and Falls Church by Arlington Magazine readers. At MLS, we believe in more than tutoring—we foster a culture of care where every student’s success is our priority. Our team is collaborative, compassionate, and committed to making a difference in students’ lives.

We serve students ages 5–21 through customized one-on-one and small-group sessions. Every educator on our team is a compassionate professional who helps students strengthen academic skills, build confidence, and develop strategies for lifelong learning.

We are seeking a reading and math tutor to work with children, some of whom may have learning differences.
This is an on-site, part-time role ideal for a Special Education teacher, Reading Specialist, or experienced Learning Coach. You will work with students in grades K-8, some of whom have specific learning diagnoses (such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or Processing Speed challenges). Your goal is to translate their unique learning styles into academic success and self-confidence. Sunday availability is required.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education or Psychology (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 2 years working specifically with students
• Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with students who may have anxiety surrounding schoolwork, in addition to a warm, welcoming personality

Nice To Haves

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with reading intervention programs and behavior management strategies preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Specialized Instruction: Deliver 1:1 intervention strategies for students with specific learning disabilities.
• Executive Function Coaching: Explicitly teach organizational habits, task initiation, and self-regulation skills to students with ADHD and executive dysfunction.
• Parent & Team Communication: Write professional progress notes that help parents understand their child's growth and collaborate with the MLS team to adjust learning plans as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level