Homebound Tutor

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 4,660,868 - 6,638,206; Part time

Job summary

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 is seeking Home Bound Tutors to provide educational services to students unable to attend school due to medical conditions. Tutors will work an average of 5-10 hours per week, offering instruction at students’ homes. Candidates must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educators Teaching License and have the ability to communicate effectively. The position requires flexibility in working with the students' schedules.

The rate of pay is $41.01/hour for the 2025-2026 school year. This role is essential for assisting students to maintain their educational progress during challenging times.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a current valid Illinois Professional Teachers License.
• Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work flexible hours Monday-Friday when school is in session.
• Travel to students' homes to provide tutoring.
• Teach prescribed academic coursework in students' homes.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexibility with medical issues

Education

Valid Professional Educators Teaching (PEL) License

Job description

Home Bound Tutors Needed For Elmhurst School District 205

Average of 5-10 hours per week

Licensure

Candidates must have a current valid Illinois Professional Teachers License

Summary

The Homebound Services program provides tutoring for students whose classroom activities have been disrupted by a medical condition. Homebound services are provided to a student when a licensed medical physician determines that the student will be out of school due to a medical condition for a minimum of two consecutive weeks or more or on an ongoing intermittent basis, with the expectation to equal or exceed 10 school days during one school year. Homebound services provide instruction at home by an Illinois certified licensed teacher. The goal of Homebound Services is to afford the student learning opportunities at the same grade level and is designed to prepare the student to return to the classroom upon recovery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to work flexible hours Monday-Friday when school is in session.
• Travel to students' homes.
• Coordinate and collaborate with students and parents to schedule sessions.
• Collaborate with colleagues regarding student assignments.
• Teach prescribed academic coursework in students’ home when a parent or caretaker is present.
• Communicate with students’ teachers about progress and/or assignment completion.
• Maintain accurate records on students’ progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Certification, and Experience

• Valid Professional Educators Teaching (PEL) License with endorsements based on the age of the student

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English.
• Has flexibility in working with students who have medical issues.
• Works within student attendance days for the school year.

Rate of pay

$41.01/hour for the 2025-2026 school year

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.