Hourly English Learner (EL) Tutor/Mentor, 2026-2027

Lincoln Public Schools; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Veterans preference

Job summary

Lincoln Public Schools seeks an Hourly English Learner (EL) Tutor/Mentor for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves in-person tutoring and mentoring EL students in grades 9–12, in classrooms or school spaces, with LPS staff present.

Fluent in a non-English language is preferred to improve communication. Starting immediately, the position is hour-based, compensation at $25.00 per hour, and requires meeting education prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Academic requirement: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status in college, or a Bachelor degree or higher.
• Fluent in a language other than English to aid communication with EL students.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person tutoring and mentoring to EL students.
• Support students in 9th–12th grade classrooms, media centers, or other school spaces with LPS staff present.

Skills

Fluent in another language

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior in college

Bachelor degree or higher

Tools

Chromebook

Job description

Hourly English Learner (EL) Tutor/Mentor, 2026-2027

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Seeking individuals to assist and support students academically in a 9th through 12th grade setting.

Tutor/Mentors will provide in-person tutoring and mentoring services to Lincoln Public Schools students. Sessions will be in classrooms, school media centers, and/or other assigned school spaces with LPS staff present. Tutoring and mentoring will be with EL (English Learner) students with the goal of helping students increase academic proficiency, acclimate to education in the U.S., increase civic and social engagement, and connect with a positive and caring adult. Tutor/Mentors will be issued an LPS Chromebook.

The work schedule will be established by the English Learner Advocate Specialist at LPS. Training will also be provided and must be completed prior to working directly with students.

Academic Requirement: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status in college, or have a Bachelor degree or higher. Successful candidate for this position will be required to submit an official transcript to verify they have met the educational requirement posted.

Fluent in a language (speaking, reading, and writing), other than English that will be useful in communicating with students. (Language to be determined.)

Pay: $25.00 an hour

This position is subject to a veterans preference.

Job Description: Hourly English Learner (EL) Tutor/Mentor

Position Type: Hourly

Salary: $25 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Tutor

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required