Elementary K-2 ELA Tutor

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

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC seeks an Elementary K-2 ELA Tutor to work with small groups (1–4 students) of Kindergarten to 2nd grade in Bronx, New York. Sessions run Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, either in-class or pull-out, with daily attendance and progress tracking via a mobile device.

The role begins 10/14/2026 and ends 4/7/2027, from 8:00 AM to 2:20 PM. Salary ranges from $28.16 to $31.29 per hour; E-Verify participation and EO employer statement noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree mandatory; applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• At least one year of teaching or tutoring experience in a school or educational setting.
• Mastery of elementary school ELA concepts and skills.
• Understanding of challenges faced by urban students, including racial and socio-economic disparities.
• Genuine passion and commitment to student success.
• Exemplary punctuality and adherence to schedules.
• Strong communication with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Ability to commute to the designated location.
• Ability to navigate a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups of 1–4 elementary students in ELA.
• Attend and monitor attendance daily using a personal device.
• Deliver tutoring sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Bronx, NY.
• Support groups either in classroom push-in or pull-out settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Attendance

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Job description

Elementary K-2 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 ELA 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 Kindergarten through Second grade.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at an elementary school in Bronx, New York. 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 10/14/2026 and ends on 4/7/2027. The schedule will be 8:00 AM through 2:20 PM.

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.