Homebound Instruction Tutor-Scituate School Department

Hope Elementary School; Hope (RI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Hope Elementary School in Scituate, RI seeks a part-time Homebound Instruction Tutor to provide targeted instruction for an elementary student. The role is after school/evening hours with an approximate commitment of five hours per week.

The tutor will be paid $50 per hour and scheduling is coordinated with the district and family based on student needs. Applicants must meet background and certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Valid Rhode Island Teacher Elementary Certification or ability to obtain it.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide homebound instruction to an elementary student for approximately five hours per week.
• Schedule tutoring outside of the school day in coordination with the district and family.
• Complete assignments and coordinate with the district based on student needs and tutor availability.

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Rhode Island Teacher Elementary Certification

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Homebound Instruction Tutor-Scituate School Department

Scituate School Department (RI) Hope Elementary School - Hope, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job ID: 5977882

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Application Procedure

The Scituate School Department actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates.

If selected for hire, you will be required to provide the following items in person:

• W-4
• Federal BCI (Done through your local police department or State Attorney General's Office)
• I-9 (Must be filled out in person). Please bring appropriate documentation.

About Scituate, Rhode Island

Nestled in northwestern Rhode Island, just 12 miles west of Providence, Scituate is a scenic, historic town of about 10,300 residents. It is known for its rolling woodlands, pristine lakes and reservoirs, classic New England charm, and the Scituate Reservoir, Rhode Island’s largest source of drinking water. The community maintains a close‑knitted family‑oriented atmosphere that balances rural tranquility with easy access to nearby cultural and economic opportunities, and takes pride in its heritage, natural beauty, and high‑quality schools.

More About the Scituate School Department

The Scituate School Department is a public school district serving approximately 1,200 students across five schools: three elementary schools (Clayville, Hope, and North Scituate Elementary Schools, PreK–5), Scituate Middle School (grades 6–8), and Scituate High School (grades 9–12). Our dedicated educators, support staff, and administrators work as a professional learning community, sharing responsibility to ensure that every student is engaged, challenged, and supported in reaching their full potential. With about 150 certified and non‑certified staff members, Scituate’s schools provide a personalized educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, innovation, and strong community connections. We are committed to college and career readiness, social‑emotional well‑being, inclusive learning environments, and close partnerships with families and the wider community. For additional information, please visit www.scituateschoolsri.net. We invite you to explore our schools, meet our learning community, and discover why Scituate is such a special place to work and learn.

Position Summary

The Scituate School Department is seeking qualified educators interested in providing homebound instruction to an elementary school student for approximately five hours a week.

A Few Important Details

Compensation: Homebound instruction tutors are paid $50 per hour.

Scheduling: Homebound instruction takes place outside of the school day. Schedules are coordinated with the district and the student's family based on student needs and tutor availability.

Assignments: Homebound tutoring assignments and instructional hours are approved by the district and based on student needs, grade levels, subject areas, and tutor availability.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Scituate School Department does not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation, or disability in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, contact:

Equal Employment Officer

P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, RI 02857

Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Inquiries may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education (Boston Office)

5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Position Type

After school/Evening

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Tutor

Welcome to Hope Elementary School

Hope Elementary School Mission StatementThe mission of the Hope Elementary School communityis to provide all students with a strong foundation ofknowledge and skills by creating a safe and nurturingenvironment to become responsible, successful andcontributing citizens in a continually changing world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation or disability in any of its educational programs and activities, and in employment and application for employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies: Equal Employment Officer, P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, Rhode Island 02857, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]. You may also direct inquiries directly to: Office for Civil Rights (Boston Office), U.S. Department of Education, 8th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: [phone]; Facsimile: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]. If you require an accommodation to attend a meeting or program at a school, call the Equal Employment Officer at least two business days in advance of the meeting or program.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. Valid Rhode Island Teacher Elementary Certification Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required state and federal background investigations, including fingerprint‑based criminal history checks. Citizenship, legal residency, or authorization to work in the United States is required.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephanine Russo , HR Assistant
• 3 George Washington Highway
• Clayville, Rhode Island 02815
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]