Elementary & Middle School Academic Tutor (K–8)

Tip-Top Brain; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tip-Top Brain in New York, NY is seeking an Elementary & Middle School Academic Instructor to support students in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies during after-school and Saturday sessions, with a mix of in-person and Zoom-based online instruction.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or current status in Education or a related field, plus proven teaching/tutoring experience with elementary and middle school students and strong subject knowledge.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or current junior/senior standing in Education, Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching, tutoring, or instructing elementary and/or middle school students.
• Strong knowledge in one or more academic subjects, including ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies.
• The ability to explain concepts clearly and check for student understanding.
• Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills.
• A warm, patient, dependable, and student-centered teaching style.
• The ability to work independently, multitask, and manage multiple student needs.
• Availability during weekday after-school hours and Saturdays.

Responsabilidades

• Teach and support academic subjects: Instruct students in one or more subject areas, including ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies, using grade-appropriate instruction aligned with school expectations and Common Core standards where applicable.
• Deliver engaging instruction: Create and deliver interactive lessons, tutoring sessions, and academic activities that support each student’s needs and help make learning clear, meaningful, and engaging.
• Assess and track student progress: Monitor student understanding, assess progress regularly, and keep detailed student progress records using Tip-Top Brain’s forms and systems.
• Communicate with families and staff: Maintain professional communication with parents, provide timely feedback on student progress, and work closely with the Center Director and teaching team to support student goals.
• Adapt to different learners: Adjust communication, pacing, explanations, and instructional methods based on each student’s skill level, confidence, learning style, and academic needs.
• Support in-person and online instruction when needed: Use digital platforms such as Zoom when online lessons are scheduled, while primarily supporting students through in-person instruction.
• Collaborate with the team: Attend teacher team meetings when scheduled and provide academic or curriculum support to the teaching team when needed.

Conocimientos

Patience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Explain concepts clearly

Student-centered teaching

Independence

After-school availability

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or current student in Education or related field

Herramientas

Zoom

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Tip-Top Brain is looking for a committed, knowledgeable, and engaging Elementary & Middle School Academic Instructor to support students in ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies.

This role may include private tutoring, small-group instruction, homework support, test preparation, and academic skill-building during after-school and Saturday hours. The ideal candidate is passionate about education, able to connect with students, and confident adapting instruction to different learning needs, grade levels, and academic goals.

You will work closely with the Center Director and teaching team to help students build stronger skills, confidence, and independence as learners.

What You'll Do

• Teach and support academic subjects: Instruct students in one or more subject areas, including ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies, using grade-appropriate instruction aligned with school expectations and Common Core standards where applicable.
• Deliver engaging instruction:Create and deliver interactive lessons, tutoring sessions, and academic activities that support each student’s needs and help make learning clear, meaningful, and engaging.
• Assess and track student progress: Monitor student understanding, assess progress regularly, and keep detailed student progress records using Tip-Top Brain’s forms and systems.
• Communicate with families and staff: Maintain professional communication with parents, provide timely feedback on student progress, and work closely with the Center Director and teaching team to support student goals.
• Adapt to different learners: Adjust communication, pacing, explanations, and instructional methods based on each student’s skill level, confidence, learning style, and academic needs.
• Support in-person and online instruction when needed: Use digital platforms such as Zoom when online lessons are scheduled, while primarily supporting students through in-person instruction.
• Collaborate with the team: Attend teacher team meetings when scheduled and provide academic or curriculum support to the teaching team when needed.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with elementary and middle school students and can bring patience, clarity, structure, and encouragement to each session.

The right candidate does not need to be an expert in every subject, but should have strong academic foundations, the ability to explain concepts clearly, and the flexibility to support students across different grade levels, learning needs, and subject areas.

Strong candidates will have:

• Education required: A bachelor’s degree or current junior/senior standing in a degree program in Education, Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching, tutoring, or instructing elementary and/or middle school students
• Strong knowledge in one or more academic subjects, including ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies
• The ability to explain concepts clearly and check for student understanding
• Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills
• A warm, patient, dependable, and student-centered teaching style
• The ability to work independently, multitask, and manage multiple student needs
• Availability during weekday after-school hours and Saturdays

Preferred, but not required

• AP-level knowledge in Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or English
• Teaching certification or certification in progress
• Experience supporting students with IEPs or diverse learning needs
• Experience with online tutoring or digital teaching platforms

Why Work With Us

At Tip-Top Brain, you will join a thoughtful, education-focused team that values strong instruction, patience, creativity, and genuine care for students.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys helping students build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and develop better learning habits over time. You will have the opportunity to work with students across different grade levels and subjects while being part of a supportive teaching team.