After-School Academic Tutor (K-8)

Tutor Me Education; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 300 - 420; Part time

Job summary

Tutor Me Education is seeking a dedicated Group Tutor to provide in-person, after-school academic support for K-8 students at a single school site. You will deliver group instruction, tailor activities to grade levels, and collaborate with site staff to align tutoring with the curriculum.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Education or related field, with teaching credentials or active enrollment. At least two years of group tutoring experience and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, or related field required.
• Teaching credential or active enrollment in a teacher preparation program is a strong plus.
• Minimum of two years of tutoring/teaching experience with elementary/middle school students in groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group tutoring to small groups of students (K-8).
• Implement age-appropriate lessons reinforcing core subjects (reading, writing, math).
• Maintain a positive, organized classroom environment for students.
• Monitor progress, adapt instruction, and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with school-site coordinators and classroom teachers to align tutoring with curriculum.

Skills

Group tutoring

Classroom management

Communication

Curriculum delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Teaching credential or active enrollment in teacher preparation program

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and experienced Group Tutor to join our team at a single, dedicated school site.

In this role, you will provide vital academic support to elementary and middle school students (grades K-8) in an engaging, in-person group setting.

Our ideal candidate is passionate about youth education, skilled at managing diverse group dynamics, and committed to helping students build confidence and academic strength in a collaborative, after-school environment.

Schedule & Logistics

• Hours: After-school hours (potentially 3 to 3.5 hours per day).
• Commitment: 3 to 4 days per week (final schedule TBD).
• Start Date: Likely beginning in September.
• Location: Single, dedicated school site (final school assignment TBD).

Key Responsibilities

• Group Instruction: Deliver high-quality academic tutoring and enrichment to small groups of elementary and/or middle school students (grades K-8).
• Curriculum Delivery: Implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that reinforce core subjects (reading, writing, and mathematics) tailored to respective grade levels.
• Group Management: Maintain a positive, organized, and encouraging classroom environment that keeps both young learners and adolescents focused and motivated.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor student progress, adapt instruction to meet group learning needs, and provide constructive feedback.
• On-Site Collaboration: Work closely with school-site coordinators and classroom teachers to align tutoring efforts with current school curriculum.

Educational Background

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, or a closely related field (Required).
• Preferred Education: Current teaching credential or active enrollment in a teacher preparation program is a strong plus.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing academic tutoring, teaching, or similar instructional support (specifically working with elementary and/or middle school-aged youth in group environments).
• Delivery Mode: Must be available to work strictly in-person at our designated school site.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to connect naturally with children, teenagers, parents, and school staff.

Tutor Me Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

• Must clear FBI-DOJ background check that is taken in-person.
• Negative TB Test Result.
• Previous tutoring/teaching experience highly preferred.
• Ability to make learning fun and interactive, with the focus of the tutoring often determined by student questions and comments.
• Comfortable working in a classroom setting.