Elementary Early Literacy Tutor

Toolkit Tutors; Brooklyn (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Training & development

Curriculum provided

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Toolkit Tutors seeks an Elementary ELA tutor to provide in-person support at a Brooklyn NYCDOE school. You will deliver structured, skill-based instruction to small groups, review baseline data, and help students build strong problem-solving and study skills during school hours.

The role is a W2 position, paying $32–$35 per hour, with benefits like paid sick leave, training, and a 401(k) plan. Applicants must be eligible to commute to Brooklyn and ideally have fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, completed (or near completion).
• At least one year of experience teaching or tutoring in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of Elementary ELA.
• Ability to commute to the school site in Brooklyn.
• DOE fingerprint clearance strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured, engaging Elementary ELA instruction to small groups using Toolkit Tutors or school-provided curriculum.
• Review student baseline data to tailor instruction to students' individual needs.
• Help students deploy effective study skills, including personal organization, problem-solving strategies, and review techniques.
• Take daily attendance and tutoring notes using a personal mobile device.
• Communicate professionally with school staff and Toolkit Tutors leadership.

Skills

Elementary ELA

Strong communication

Urban school experience

Punctual and reliable

Problem-solving

Study skills instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

We are seeking a talented Elementary ELA tutor to provide in-person support to students at a Brooklyn NYCDOE school. This role focuses on helping students build strong foundational skills, improve problem-solving, and prepare for exams through structured, skill-based instruction.

Tutors will work approximately 5hours per day, over 3 days each week, on-site at the school during school hours. This is a W2 position that pays between $32 and $35 per hour, based on applicant experience (roughly equivalent to $37 - $40 per hour as a 1099 role once payroll taxes, paid sick time, and retirement match are factored in).

Responsibilities

• Provide structured, engaging Elementary ELA instruction to small groups of students using Toolkit Tutors or school-provided curriculum
• Review student baseline data to tailor instruction to students' individual needs
• Help students deploy effective study skills, including personal organization, problem-solving strategies, and review techniques
• Take daily attendance and tutoring notes using a personal mobile device
• Communicate professionally with school staff and Toolkit Tutors leadership

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, completed (or near completion) with strong academic performance
• At least one year of experience teaching or tutoring in a school setting
• Strong knowledge of Elementary ELA
• Experience working in urban school communities and an understanding of common student challenges
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to student growth
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage students
• Ability to commute to the school site in Brooklyn
• DOE fingerprint clearance strongly preferred

• Hourly pay rate between $32 to $35 (W2 employee) (comparable to approximately $37-$40/hr as a 1099 role when taxes, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits are considered)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid training and professional development
• All curriculum and materials provided
• Employee 401(k) plan with 50% employer match (up to 5% of wages), available after 6 months of employment.