Math Tutor - Elementary School

SmartStart Education, LLC; Shaker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC seeks a Math Tutor for elementary school students in Shaker Heights, OH. The tutor will conduct small-group sessions (1–4 students) on Tue, Wed and Thu, in both push-in and pull-out formats, supporting kindergarten through 5th grade.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, at least one year of teaching or tutoring, and strong math mastery. Daily attendance and progress tracking are required, with punctual, reliable performance expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory; anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• At least one year of teaching or tutoring experience required, in school or educational settings.
• Mastery of elementary school math concepts and skills.
• Understanding urban student challenges including racial, socio-economic, and cultural disparities.
• Demonstrated passion and commitment to students' success.
• Exemplary punctuality and dependable attendance.
• Strong communication with students, peers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to commute to the designated location and navigate a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups (1–4 students) in basic math tutoring.
• Tutor in push-in and pull-out settings within the elementary school.
• Attend scheduled groups on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at the Shaker Heights school.
• Take daily attendance and monitor student progress using a mobile device.

Skills

Punctuality

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Math Tutor - Elementary School

Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

The Job:

SmartStart Education seeks a small group math tutor to work with small groups of elementary school students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental math skills. Students are from all grade levels, including kindergarten to 5th grade.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at an elementary school in Shaker Heights, OH 44122. Groups will take place within the classroom (push-in services) or outside of the classroom (pull-out services). Tutors should be flexible and comfortable with both settings. Each tutor will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

Job Details:

The tutoring position begins promptly on November 11th, 2026 and ends on April 8th, 2027. The schedule will be 8:05 AM through 2:50 PM. Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.

Salary Range: $28.16 - $31.29 per hour.

Qualifications:

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
• Mastery of elementary school math concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
• Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
• Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
• Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
• Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
• Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
• Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.

SmartStart Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.