Elementary ELA/Math Tutor

SmartStart Education, LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC seeks an English Language Arts/Math tutor to work with small groups of elementary students in Dayton, OH. Groups of 1–4 students meet Tue, Wed and Thu in or outside classrooms, with attendance kept daily on a mobile device. The position runs 10/06/2026 through 4/29/2027, from 9 am to 4 pm EST, at a Dayton school and offers a pay range of $28.16–$31.29 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• At least 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience.
• Strong mastery of elementary ELA and math concepts.
• Excellent communication and punctuality are expected.
• Ability to commute to Dayton, OH.

Responsibilities

• Tutor small groups of 1–4 students in ELA and math.
• Take daily attendance and monitor student progress using a mobile device.
• Deliver services in classroom push-in or pull-out settings.

Skills

Tutoring experience

ELA mastery

Math mastery

Punctuality

Communication

Urban education awareness

Commute to site

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

The Job

SmartStart Education seeks a small group English Language Arts/Math tutor to work with small groups of elementary school students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental ELA and math skills. Students are from all grade levels, including K-5.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at an elementary school in Dayton, OH 45432. Groups will take place within the classroom (push-in services) or outside of the classroom (pull-out services). Tutors should be flexible and comfortable with both settings. Each tutor will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

Salary Range: $28.16 - $31.29 per hour.

Job Details

The tutoring position begins promptly on 10/06/2026 and ends on 4/29/2027. The schedule will be 9 am est through 4 pm est.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
• Mastery of elementary school ELA and math concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
• Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
• Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
• Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
• Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
• Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
• Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.

SmartStart Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.