High School Algebra 1 Tutor

SmartStart Education, LLC; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC seeks a High School Algebra 1 Tutor to support small groups of 1–4 students. The role runs Monday through Friday at a Torrington high school, with attendance tracking and progress monitoring using a personal device.

The position begins 10/26/2026 and ends 3/12/2027, from 7:10 AM to 2:10 PM, offering a hourly rate of $30.60–$34.00. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and relevant tutoring experience, and be able to commute to the school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• At least 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience.
• Mastery of Algebra 1 concepts for high school level.
• Ability to commute to Torrington, CT and work in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups of 1–4 students in Algebra 1 tutoring sessions.
• Take daily attendance and monitor student progress using a mobile device.
• Support push-in and pull-out tutoring settings in a high school.

Skills

Teaching

Punctuality

Communication

Attendance tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

High School Algebra 1 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 Algebra 1 tutor to work with small groups of high school students Monday through Friday. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental Algebra 1 skills. Students are from all grade levels, including grades9-12.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a high school in Torrington, CT. 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 10/26/2026 and ends on 3/12/2027. The schedule will be 7:10 AM through 2:10 PM

Salary Range: $30.60 per hour to $34.00 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 high school Algebra 1 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.