Elementary ELA Tutor

SmartStart Education, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC is seeking an Elementary ELA Tutor to work with small groups of 1-4 students in Manhattan, NY. The role includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m., with push-in or pull-out sessions in classrooms.

Beginning 9/28/2026 and ending 1/15/2027, the position requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of teaching or tutoring experience, with a salary range of $28.16–$31.29 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• At least one year of teaching or tutoring experience.
• Mastery of elementary ELA concepts and skills.
• Understanding of challenges faced by urban students and communities.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Excellent communication with students, colleagues, and others.
• Ability to commute to Manhattan, NY and navigate a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups of 1-4 students in ELA tutoring.
• Attend to daily attendance and monitor student progress using a personal device.
• Provide push-in and pull-out tutoring sessions in a Manhattan elementary school.
• Coordinate schedule and adhere to the 8:00 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. shift.

Skills

ELA mastery

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Punctuality

Urban education awareness

Attendance tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Elementary ELA Tutor

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 tutor to work with small groups of elementary school students on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 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 skills. Students are from all grade levels, including K-2.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at an elementary school in Manhattan, NY. 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).

Job Details:

The tutoring position begins promptly on 9/28/2026 and ends on 1/15/2027. The schedule will be 8:00 a.m. through 2:20 p.m.

Salary Range: $28.16 - $31.29 per hour.

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 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.