Certified Tutor

Richland County School District One; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One is seeking a Certified Tutor (Hourly) at HEYWARD GIBBES MIDDLE SCHOOL in Columbia, SC. The role supports teachers with academic assistance for at least two hours daily, two days per week, with a strong emphasis on mathematics.

U.S. hourly position, non-exempt, $30.00 per hour, and requires valid South Carolina educator licensure. Join a team dedicated to student guidance and academic growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid S.C. Educator licensure.
• Two hours of tutoring per day, two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Develop the academic and personal strengths of students.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to students.
• Determine concepts to teach or retouch from notes and discussions.
• Evaluate student binders and calendars.
• Familiarize with library and textbook materials.
• Conduct tutoring sessions in mathematics with a strong math focus.
• Lead mini-lessons for writing and study skills across subjects.
• Set high expectations and model personal excellence.
• Support students through the writing process (brainstorming, drafting, editing).
• Communicate progress and concerns with the coordinator/teacher.

Skills

Strong math background

Mentoring/role model

Education

SC Educator licensure

Job description

Certified Tutor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955918

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 3:25 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Richland County School District One, South Carolina

Classification Description

Job Title:Certified Tutor (Hourly)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hourly

$30.00 per hour

General Statement of Job

Certified Tutors works closely with teachers to provide academic assistance and guidance to students for a minimum of two hours a day, two days a week.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

Under direct supervision of the principal, certified tutors will perform the following tasks:

• Take an active role in developing the academic and personal strengths of students.
• Serve as a role model/mentor to students by being a lifelong learner, demonstrating appropriate academic and social behaviors, and wearing appropriate attire at all times.
• Determine from student's notes and discussions, the concepts that need to be taught or retaught.
• Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, etc.
• Become familiar with the materials in the Libraries.
• Become familiar with the textbooks and materials used by students.
• Conduct tutorial sessions in all areas of mathematics; therefore, a strong math background is mandatory.
• Conduct mini-lessons in the process of writing in all subject areas, study skills, and other aspects of college preparation.
• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for students to follow.
• Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing.
• Communicate frequently and honestly with the coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.

Qualifications

Must possess valid S.C. Educator licensure.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Tutor

Contact Information

• Latoya Curry
• 1616 Richland Street
• Columbia, South Carolina 29201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]