Homebound Tutor

Central School District 51; United States; On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Homebound Tutor for an 8th-grade student, offering a rate of $27/hr for 5 hours per week. The role involves providing quality instruction tailored to individual educational needs in a homebound setting. Successful candidates must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and will collaborate with teachers to facilitate student progress. The position is available immediately and provides a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Professional Educator License in Illinois.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check is required.
• Ability to provide individual instruction tailored to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored instruction in a homebound setting.
• Collaborate with teachers to select appropriate materials.
• Maximize student educational achievement through effective teaching methods.

Skills

Valid Illinois licensure

Experience with individual instruction

Effective communication skills

Education

Professional Educator License

Job description

Title

Homebound Tutor (8th Grade Student) – rate $27/hr, 5 hrs/week

Position Details

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 9/25/2025
• Location: Central Intermediate School
• Date Available: ASAP

Qualifications

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure – Professional Educator License.
• Successful completion of fingerprint-based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.

Job Goal

Under limited supervision, provides high-quality, standards-based instruction in a homebound setting for a student qualifying for services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Addresses specific educational needs of an individual student by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• In collaboration with the student's teacher(s), selects appropriate instructional materials and media to achieve the goals and objectives specified for the student.
• In collaboration with the student's teacher(s), strives to maximize the educational achievement of the student.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media which are appropriate to the achievement of the student.
• In collaboration with the student's teacher(s), assesses on an ongoing basis student progress toward the acquisition of goals and objectives.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by district policy and administrative regulations.
• Utilizes current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Note

The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:55:17 PM CST.