Part-Time Academic Tutor

Fessenden School; West Newton (MA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fessenden School in West Newton, MA invites applications for an Academic Tutor to provide one-on-one support for boys in grades 5–9, focusing on assignments, organization, and study skills. This short-term role runs from 12/7/2026 to 3/12/2027, with potential extension based on department needs.

Tutoring occurs during school hours and after school, with flexible afternoon/evening sessions. Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in education or related field, have strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related subject.
• Experience guiding children in one-to-one or small group settings.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to integrate educational technology in tutorials.

Responsibilities

• Meet individual students in a tutorial setting to support assignments and organization.
• Provide differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Communicate with parents and teachers through emails and reports.
• Attend department meetings and parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain attendance and professional certifications as required.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

About UsThe Fessenden School is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving 540 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. Our mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational and developmental needs of boys.Position SummaryThe Learning Resources Academic Tutor provides one-on-one support for boys in Grades 5–9 who have been identified as needing additional support in any of a variety of subject areas as well as organization, executive functioning, and study skills. Academic Tutors typically meet one-on-one with students. Among the needs for the department is a short-term assignment from 12/7/2026 to 3/12/2027 with the possibility of an extension.ScheduleAssignment start date of 12/7/2026 to 3/12/2027, with the possibility of an extension based on the needs of the departmentTutoring takes place when school is in session as well as in the afternoon and evening; hours are variable based on need and Tutor availabilityEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:Meet with individual students in a tutorial setting to provide support with assignments and organizationProvide differentiated instruction to meet the learning needs of a range of studentsCommunicate regularly and effectively with parents, both orally and in writing through emails and bi-annual reportsCommunicate and partner regularly and effectively with classroom teacher(s), both orally and in writingCollaborate with teachers and colleagues in the Learning Resources DepartmentFacilitate parent-teacher conferences and attend Student Support Team meetings as neededIncorporate educational technology in tutorial lessons and support student use of assistive technology in the classroomMaintain regular and reliable attendanceAttend Learning Resource Department meetingsAttend professional development meetings during scheduled tutoring daysMaintain current CPR/AED & first aid certification and child abuse prevention trainingExemplify the School’s mission and community principlesComplete other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support or the SchoolDesired QualitiesCommitment to inclusion, social justice, diversity, and equityEnthusiasm and skills to engage boys and build meaningful relationshipsStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to perform critical thinking, organization, collaboration, prioritization, and problem solvingAbility to serve among a diverse community of colleagues, students, and parentsCommitment to boys and boys’ educationCurrent with curriculum and 21st-century learning and teachingMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in education or related subjectExperience in supporting children in one-to-one or small group settingsSuccessful criminal background checkCompensation60-minute sessions are $105/hour. Most sessions are 45 minutes and paid at $77.75 per session.To ApplySubmit an application through Fessenden’s Career Site. Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.The Fessenden School encourages applications from candidates with diverse or minority backgrounds.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Fessenden School believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.