Middle School Math Tutor

Putnam Public Schools; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Grant-funded position

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Putnam Public Schools in Putnam, CT seeks a knowledgeable Math Tutor for grades 6–8. This part-time role delivers targeted one-to-one and small-group tutoring, explains math concepts clearly, and supports student growth and persistence. The successful candidate collaborates with middle school teachers to align instruction and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Hourly pay is $60.00; schedule is 3 hours per day between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Strong background and mastery of middle school mathematics concepts (Grades 6–8).
• College-level coursework or degree preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to use instructional technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear math instruction to students in grades 6–8, in 1:1 and small groups.
• Reinforce core concepts and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with middle school math teachers to align tutoring with standards.
• Foster growth mindset and reduce math anxiety.

Skills

Middle school math

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Instructional technology

Interpersonal skills

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/22/2026
• Location:
  Putnam Middle School

Putnam Middle School is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging, and dependable Math Tutor to join our team. This part-time position supports students in grades 6–8 by delivering targeted individual and small-group tutoring, explaining mathematical concepts clearly, and promoting academic growth and persistence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in mathematics, collaborate closely with classroom teachers to align instruction, and foster an inclusive environment where adolescents can build confidence and master essential math skills. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Targeted Academic Tutoring: Deliver clear, content-focused individual and small-group math instruction to students in grades 6–8, adapting explanations to diverse learning styles.

Concept Mastery & Problem Solving: Reinforce core mathematical concepts, problem-solving strategies, and critical thinking skills to promote student independence and persistence.

Teacher Collaboration: Work in close partnership with middle school math teachers to align tutoring sessions with classroom curriculum and specific learning standards.

Student Engagement & Growth: Build supportive academic relationships with adolescents to build confidence, reduce math anxiety, and foster a growth mindset.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Content Knowledge: Strong background and mastery of middle school mathematics concepts (Grades 6–8); college-level coursework or degree preferred.

Experience: Prior experience tutoring or providing academic instruction to middle school-aged students preferred.

Skills: Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; proficient in using instructional technology.

Personal Attributes: Demonstrated patience, dependability, adaptability, and empathy when supporting learners.

Background Check: Eligibility to work in a school setting, including successful completion of required DCF and criminal background checks.

RATE OF PAY: $60.00 per hour

SCHEDULE & BENEFITS:

• Schedule: Part-Time | 3 hours per day (scheduled between 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. based on programming needs)
• Funding: This is a grant-funded position
• Benefits: This part-time position is not eligible for benefits.

START DATE:

Immediate Opening