HS Math Tutor (Grades 9-12): Boost Grades & Confidence

Derby Public Schools; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Derby Public Schools is seeking a Math Tutor for Grades 9-12 on a grant-funded basis. The role focuses on providing individualized and small-group support to strengthen mathematical understanding and confidence, aligning with classroom instruction using Illustrative Mathematics resources.

Candidates should have strong high school math knowledge, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse learners both individually and in groups.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of high school mathematics.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work individually and in small groups.
• Experience with Illustrative Mathematics (IM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group mathematics tutoring.
• Support conceptual understanding, problem solving, and procedural fluency.
• Utilize Illustrative Mathematics lessons and resources to reinforce instruction.
• Collaborate with math teachers to align tutoring with coursework.
• Monitor participation and communicate progress to teachers.
• Maintain documentation and student confidentiality.

Skills

Math knowledge

Communication skills

Student engagement

Small group facilitation

Illustrative Mathematics familiarity

Tools

Illustrative Mathematics (IM)

Job description

Derby Public Schools is seeking a Math Tutor for Grades 9-12 on a grant-funded basis. The role focuses on providing individualized and small-group support to strengthen mathematical understanding and confidence, aligning with classroom instruction using Illustrative Mathematics resources.

Candidates should have strong high school math knowledge, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse learners both individually and in groups.