Online Reading Tutor (Fall 2025)

BookNook ?; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for passionate educators to join their tutoring community as independent contractors. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on K-8 students' learning journeys through engaging online tutoring sessions. As a tutor, you will work with students using an innovative platform, focusing on building meaningful connections and fostering a motivating environment. If you have a background in education and a desire to help young learners succeed, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to closing the early-learning gap and inspiring the next generation!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and reside in the US.
• Experience with K-8 students and reading instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform.
• Manage student behavior and create a safe learning environment.

Skills

Reading Instruction Knowledge

Student Engagement

Creativity and Flexibility

K-8 Teaching/Tutoring Experience

Education

Completed or Enrolled in Teacher Credential Program

Tools

BookNook Platform

Video Conferencing Software

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Overview

BookNook is seeking passionate educators to join our tutoring community as independent contractors, working up to 30 hours per week. BookNook Tutors are on the front lines of closing the early-learning gap for K-8 students during a key period of their educational journey.

Our Online Reading Tutors work in live, synchronous online tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform and video conferencing software. This is an exciting opportunity to have a direct, positive impact on students.

As we near the end of the school year, BookNook is seeking to hire tutors for programs scheduled to begin in the Fall of 2025. We will be reviewing applications on an as-needed basis leading up to and through the summer. Please note that response times will be longer than usual. We are NOT currently hiring for immediate work.

Position Specifics

• Position Type: 1099-eligible independent contractor
• Pay Rate: $20 per hour ($10 per 30-minute session)
• Timeline: Programs begin Fall 2025
• Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week based on availability provided and the number of active tutoring programs. Schedules may vary based on school requests.
• Sessions are held only on weekdays (no weekends) and can be before school, during school, or after school.
• Program duration varies. Tutors are expected to commit to a full program with the same group of students throughout (duration will be known when series are offered).

Learn more about what it's like to be an online tutor at BookNook here.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform—no lesson planning required!
• Manage student behavior and engagement throughout sessions.
• Create a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with students.
• Document observations for each session in the session notes.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must reside in and work from the United States, with a US mailing address.
• Please note: BookNook is unable to engage with tutors who reside in California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, or US territories.
• Knowledge of and experience with reading instruction based in the science of reading.
• Ability to build meaningful connections with students to create a motivating and encouraging environment.
• Creativity and flexibility to meet students where they are.
• Experience teaching/tutoring K-8 students, which may include holding a current/previous teaching license, serving as a substitute teacher or teaching assistant, paraprofessional, professor, instructor, or tutoring for another company.
• Classroom experience preferred.
• Online teaching/tutoring experience preferred.
• Completed or enrolled in a teacher credential program preferred.
• Access to a computer, webcam, and reliable, high-speed internet connection of at least 10 Mbps.

Our Hiring Process

• Apply — Submit an online application and receive a decision within 1-2 business days regarding the next steps.
• Interview — Invited applicants will complete a one-way interview with video responses, taking less than 30 minutes.
• Qualification Decision — Notify applicants within 5 business days of the decision to proceed.
• Onboarding — Starting August 2025, qualified individuals will receive instructions for onboarding, including setting up payment, background check, and online training.

Equality in Hiring

BookNook does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected class. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.