Middle School Math Tutor

SmartStart Education, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartStart Education seeks a small group math tutor to work with middle school students in Manhattan, NY. The role targets students in grades 6–8, with groups of 1–4, in push-in or pull-out settings, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

You will take daily attendance and monitor progress using a personal device. The position runs from 9/28/2026 to 1/15/2027, with a workday 8:00 a.m.–2:20 p.m., at a salary of $30.60–$34.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• At least one year of teaching or tutoring experience.
• Mastery of middle school math concepts.
• Understanding urban student challenges including disparities.
• Passion and commitment to student success.
• Punctuality and adherence to schedule.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to commute to the designated location.
• Ability to navigate a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Take daily attendance and monitor student progress using a personal device.
• Work with small groups of 1–4 students on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
• Tutor in a middle school in Manhattan, NY, in either push-in or pull-out settings.

Skills

Punctuality

Communication skills

Commute to location

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Middle School Math Tutor

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 middle school students on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 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 6-8. The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a middle school in Manhattan, NY. 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 9/28/2026 and ends on 1/15/2027. The schedule will be 8:00 a.m. through 2:20 p.m. Salary Range: $30.60 - $34.00 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 middle 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.