Spring 2027 Merced County After School Tutor

California Teaching Fellows Foundation; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekends Off

Personal and Professional Development

Scholarship Opportunities

Sick Pay

Transferability across 6 counties

Job summary

California Teaching Fellows Foundation (CTFF) offers part-time Teaching Fellow positions in Merced County, CA. Fellows work in expanded learning programs, tutoring and guiding students after school hours in a structured, safe environment.

Responsibilities include daily monitoring of activities, lesson planning, and individual/group tutoring, with reports on progress and adherence to standards. A focus on safety and collaboration with staff defines the role.

Qualifications

• 18 years old or older.
• Have obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Completion of 48 college units or passage of an approved exam, to meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements.
• Proficiency in the English language, including spelling, grammar, and composition.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and Tuberculosis exam.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and mentor student learning activities daily.
• Develop lesson plans and establish clear objectives for each day.
• Submit lesson plans to Teaching Fellows, ensuring target standards are met.
• Provide individual and group tutoring.
• Prepare reports to track student progress and accomplishments.
• Enforce behavioral rules and procedures to maintain order.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and behavior.
• Ensure equipment and materials are used properly.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings.
• Adhere to directives from site lead and supervisors.

Skills

English proficiency

Time management

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college units completed or NCLB equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Merced County - Fresno, CA 93720, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: 2:00PM - 6:00PM, Job Category: Education, Cities served: Atwater, Los Banos, Livingston, Merced

Hourly Pay Range per District

• Atwater Elementary School District - $20.00
• Los Banos Unified School District - $20.00
• Merced Union High School District - $20.00
• Merced City School District - $20.00
• Weaver Union School District - $20.00
• Substitute Position* - $18.00

Note: If you have fewer than five day availability (Monday-Friday), your application will be considered for a substitute tutor position. Substitute tutors are placed on an on-call basis according to the schedule preferences indicated on your application.

About California Teaching Fellows Foundation

California Teaching Fellows Foundation (CTFF) is a nonprofit dedicated to developing passionate individuals into expanded learning tutoring roles that directly support TK-12th grade students across the 6 counties we serve. By investing in our Teaching Fellows' growth, we build a sustainable pipeline of future educators who are deeply rooted and committed to the communities they call home.

Our Mission

ELEVATE and EQUIP educators to EMPOWER youth, communities, and themselves.

Our Vision

Teaching Fellows emerge as credentialed teachers and leaders in education and beyond. Students feel seen, supported, and inspired to build their own path. Communities are rooted in the belief that education creates opportunities and hope.

What it’s like to be a Teaching Fellow

As a Teaching Fellow, you'll work directly with students in expanded learning programs. Tutoring, guiding, and supporting young learners through hands-on activities while ensuring a safe, structured, and positive environment for every student in your classroom.

The Opportunity

• Monitor and mentor student learning activities daily.
• Develop lesson plans and establish clear objectives for each day.
• Submit lesson plans to Teaching Fellows, ensuring target standards are met.
• Provide individual and group tutoring.
• Prepare reports to track student progress and accomplishments.
• Enforce behavioral rules and procedures to maintain order.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and behavior.
• Ensure equipment and materials are used properly.

Communication & Safety

• Foster good communication with fellow tutors, teachers, and with the California Teaching Fellows Foundation.
• Collaborate with other tutors on lesson planning and program goals.
• Ensure student safety and supervise all of their activities.
• Follow emergency procedures set forth by Teaching Fellows and/or school districts.
• Report any incidents promptly to the site lead, school administration, or local authorities.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned

• Attend monthly staff meetings (Teaching Fellow Academies) once a month and training as scheduled
• Offer opinions and suggestions on program decisions.
• Adhere to any directives given by site lead, assistant site lead, or liaison.

Benefits of Becoming a Teaching Fellow

• Weekends Off (excluding one Saturday out of the month for Teaching Fellow Academies designed to get you paid professional development)
• Personal and Professional Development
• Scholarship Opportunities available for Teaching Fellows interested in pursuing a career in education.
• Sick Pay
• Transferability across the 6 counties we serve.

Qualifications

• 18 years old or older
• Have obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Completion of 48 college units or passage of an approved exam, if applicable, to meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements.
• Proficiency in the English language, including spelling, grammar, and composition; ability to speak multiple languages is recognized as beneficial but not required.
• General understanding of educational standards and the public school system.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and Tuberculosis exam.

Additional Desired Attributes

• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• High ethical standards and cultural sensitivity.
• Desire to foster educational aspirations and goals in youth.

Important Note for Applicants

The California Teaching Fellows Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

California Teaching Fellows Foundation engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process with qualified individuals who request reasonable accommodation. This process may include discussion of job-related limitations, potential accommodations, and documentation limited to what is job-related and consistent with business necessity, in accordance with EEOC and ADA requirements.

Please review the ADA and Essential Functions Document before applying: CTFF ADA and Essential Functions Document - Tutor