Part-Time Elementary ESL/ELA Tutor

Jackson Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson Public Schools is seeking a part-time Elementary Tutor to provide ESL support for elementary students. The role focuses on strengthening literacy, reading, writing, vocabulary, and language development while aligning with grade-level content.

The tutor will work with individuals and small groups, developing English language proficiency and supporting ELs through targeted instruction within the district’s standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate required.
• ESL or English as a Second Language endorsement required.
• Previous elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of English language acquisition strategies for ELs.
• Ability to differentiate instruction based on student language proficiency and academic needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction in ELA and ESL.
• Support English Learners in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Reinforce foundational literacy skills including phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency and comprehension.
• Differentiate instruction to meet language and academic needs of students.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, ESL staff, and administrators to support student achievement.
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and student participation.
• Establish a positive, supportive, and culturally responsive learning environment.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Michigan teaching certificate

ESL endorsement

Job description

Jackson Public Schools is seeking a part-time Elementary Tutor to provide ESL support for elementary students. The role focuses on strengthening literacy, reading, writing, vocabulary, and language development while aligning with grade-level content.

The tutor will work with individuals and small groups, developing English language proficiency and supporting ELs through targeted instruction within the district’s standards.