Language Arts Tutor & Teen Development Mentor

YMCA of Honolulu; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Referral bonuses

Discounts on Y programs and camps

Job summary

The YMCA of Honolulu invites applications for a Language Arts Tutor to support student growth and provide mentorship in our Hawaii program. The role focuses on making reading and writing approachable, engaging, and fun while building positive relationships with youth.

You will develop lesson plans, create enrichment activities, mentor junior staff, and help promote academic success in alignment with HIDOE standards. The position reports to the Site Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience with youth requiring academic intervention.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Current certification in language arts or mathematics education preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (training available upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with program goals.
• Engage students with innovative academic activities for enrichment.
• Foster a positive, collaborative learning environment for youth.
• Mentor junior staff and support program activities.
• Coordinate events to promote student engagement.

Skills

Youth instruction

Group/classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Current certification in language arts or mathematics education

CPR, AED, and First Aid certification

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Canva

Windows 10+

Job description

The YMCA of Honolulu invites applications for a Language Arts Tutor to support student growth and provide mentorship in our Hawaii program. The role focuses on making reading and writing approachable, engaging, and fun while building positive relationships with youth.

You will develop lesson plans, create enrichment activities, mentor junior staff, and help promote academic success in alignment with HIDOE standards. The position reports to the Site Coordinator.