Academic Coach - Tutor

Openwork; Dayton (TX); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible after-school schedule

Impactful work

Training provided

Supportive team

Experience in education

Job summary

Openwork is partnering with a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting youth and young adults in foster care. As an Academic Coach – Tutor, you’ll provide tutoring, academic support, and life-skills coaching to youth ages 14–25 who are currently in foster care or have aged out of the system.

This temporary, part-time role requires travel to Liberty County and surrounding areas, with after-school hours (approximately 6–10 hours per week).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; some college coursework considered.
• Experience tutoring, mentoring, or working with youth ages 14+.
• Strong knowledge of math, science, and language arts.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students one‑on‑one and in small groups.
• Assist with homework, assignments, and test preparation.
• Help students build study, organization, and time‑management skills.
• Provide coaching in person, virtually, or through a hybrid format.
• Travel to tutoring locations throughout Liberty County and surrounding areas.
• Track student attendance and academic progress.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Attend trainings, team meetings, and HAY Center events as needed.

Skills

Tutoring

Mentoring

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Seeking: Academic Coach - Tutor

Location: Liberty County & Surrounding Areas (Travel Required)

Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly Pay

Start Date: August 25 (School Year Begins in August)

Schedule: Part-Time | Monday–Thursday | After‑School Hours (Approximately 6–10 hours per week)

Employment Type: Temporary

Openwork is partnering with a mission‑driven organization dedicated to supporting youth and young adults in foster care. We’re looking for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about education and helping students succeed.

As an Academic Coach – Tutor, you’ll provide tutoring, academic support, and life‑skills coaching to youth ages 14–25 who are currently in foster care or have aged out of the system.

What You’ll Do:

• Tutor students one‑on‑one and in small groups.
• Assist with homework, assignments, and test preparation.
• Help students build study, organization, and time‑management skills.
• Provide coaching in person, virtually, or through a hybrid format.
• Travel to tutoring locations throughout Liberty County and surrounding areas.
• Track student attendance and academic progress.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Attend trainings, team meetings, and HAY Center events as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; some college coursework considered.
• Experience tutoring, mentoring, or working with youth ages 14 and older.
• Strong knowledge of math, science, and language arts.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
• Availability Monday–Thursday during after‑school hours.
• Access to a personal computer and experience using Microsoft Teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, dependable, and passionate about helping young people succeed.
• Willingness to travel throughout Liberty County and surrounding areas.

Why Join Openwork?

• Weekly pay.
• Flexible after‑school schedule.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth.
• Training provided.
• Supportive, mission‑driven team.
• Valuable experience in education, mentoring, and youth development.

Assignment Details:

This temporary position is expected to begin on August 25 and supports youth through individualized and group academic coaching. Services may be provided in person, virtually, or through a hybrid format. A proprietary agreement will be required as part of the onboarding process.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)