After-School Tutor: Inspire Learning in NYC Libraries

nypl; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 38,573,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York Public Library is hiring Tutors for the NYPL After School program, which provides free, drop-in homework help and enrichment activities for school-age children across Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

The 2025-2026 program term runs from September 14, 2026 to June 9, 2027, with orientation August 31–September 11. Tutors work Monday-Thursday, 16 hours weekly, with 2:00–7:00 PM shifts, and may be asked to cover other nearby branches as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidate should be able to assist with homework help across math, reading, and science.
• Strong communication with parents and caregivers.
• Ability to engage children aged 6-12 in group activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NYPL After School's homework help & enrichment service at designated program locations M-Th between 2-7 PM
• Welcome and engage children ages 6-12 in homework help and enrichment activities on a drop-in basis during busy after school hours in the library
• Work with students individually and in groups to deliver flexible academic support and promote learning across subject areas including math, reading, social studies, and science across elementary grade levels
• Share program information and expectations with parents/caregivers and refer patrons to branch staff for additional resources and assistance
• Manage administrative tasks including student attendance, statistics, and organization and distribution of program supplies
• Communicate proactively with branch and central staff to provide feedback and identify challenges and successes
• Design and implement engaging enrichment activities for children that inspire a love of reading and learning
• Provide supportive guidance and model best practices for youth employees from the Teen Reading Ambassadors program
• Work alongside the Children's Librarian and other branch staff to provide assistance for programs in the library
• Attend periodic meetings and trainings to facilitate information exchange among program staff and promote professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

The New York Public Library is hiring Tutors for the NYPL After School program, which provides free, drop-in homework help and enrichment activities for school-age children across Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

The 2025-2026 program term runs from September 14, 2026 to June 9, 2027, with orientation August 31–September 11. Tutors work Monday-Thursday, 16 hours weekly, with 2:00–7:00 PM shifts, and may be asked to cover other nearby branches as needed.