Academic Tutor

Research Foundation of the City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

RFCUNY's Brooklyn College COMPASS program seeks part-time Academic Tutors to support middle school students in Math and English/ELA after school. Tutors provide individualized and small-group instruction, assess needs, and help students build study and organizational skills.

Undergraduate students in Math or English with at least two years of tutoring experience are encouraged to apply. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration with teachers, and compliance with NYC regulations; work 2–3

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduates in Math, English, or related field; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of tutoring/teaching experience with middle school students.
• Content expert in the designated subject area.
• Strong knowledge of the NYC DOE Public School system.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in Math and ELA.
• Assist students with homework, class assignments, projects, test preparation, and skill development.
• Assess students' academic needs and adjust instructional approaches to address individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with school day teachers to ensure alignment with classroom learning.
• Help students develop study skills, organization, time-management, and problem-solving strategies.
• Maintain appropriate records of tutoring activities, student participation, and academic progress.
• Communicate relevant student needs and progress to the Program Director.
• Comply with NYC DOE, DOHMH, DYCD, and NYS SACC regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tutoring

Math tutoring

ELA tutoring

Communication

Youth development

Equity & inclusion

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).

The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.

We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location:

BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Bargaining Unit: No

Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP) seeks part-time Academic Tutors for its DYCD-funded COMPASS middle school program. The Academic Tutors provide individualized and small-group academic support to middle school students participating in BCCP's after-school program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in Math and ELA
• Assist students with homework, class assignments, projects, test preparation, and skill development
• Assess students' academic needs and adjust instructional approaches to address individual learning needs
• Collaborate with school day teachers to ensure alignment with classroom learning
• Help students develop study skills, organization, time-management, and problem-solving strategies
• Maintain appropriate records of tutoring activities, student participation, and academic progress
• Communicate relevant student needs and progress to the Program Director
• Comply with NYC DOE, DOHMH, DYCD, and NYS SACC regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current college undergraduate students majoring in Math, English, or a related field; bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience tutoring, teaching, mentoring, or working with middle school students
• Content expert in the designated subject area
• Strong knowledge of the NYC DOE Public School system
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interest in community work and youth development
• Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace
• Commitment to equity and to implementing culturally responsive teaching practices

Work Schedule:

2 - 3 days per week, from 3 - 4 PM (up to 3 hours per week)

Employment date:

October 2026

About BCCP:

The Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP), operating under the fiscal sponsorship of RFCUNY, is a community-based organization that provides youth development programs connecting Brooklyn College with surrounding neighborhoods. Through after-school and extracurricular initiatives in NYC Public Schools and at the Brooklyn College Art Lab (BCAL), BCCP offers holistic, interdisciplinary programming rooted in the principles of Positive Youth Development. Our activities empower students, spark creativity, and support their academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth while strengthening connections among youth, families, and the broader community.

Pay Range:

$50 to $50 per hour

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.