SY26 Tutor, Math - Tutor Corps (Part-time/Temporary Role)

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks part-time Tutor Corps Tutors to provide targeted academic support in Math for grades 6-8. This temporary position involves working 20-30 hours weekly with responsibilities including tutoring, collaboration with educators, and maintaining student performance records. Ideal candidates are service-oriented individuals with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience providing tutor services and working with children in schools.
• Access to transportation for travel between assigned schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, targeted tutoring to students based on best-practice strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers to understand student needs.
• Participate in training and professional development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Technology proficiency

Math proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Suite

Windows operating system

Job description

CPS Careers | Search | Apply | Get Hired

Posting Date

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Central-42 West Madison Street (Student Assessment and MTSS)

Position Type : Temporary Position

Overtime Status

Overtime Status

: Non-exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Located within the Department of Student Assessment and MTSSin the Office of Teaching and Learning, Tutor Corps is an initiative focused on high-dosage, targeted tutoring in Math for grades 6-8.

Job Summary:

CPS Tutor Corps Tutors will be staffed at various schools across the district in order to provide targeted academic and social/emotional support through a holistic, equity-based approach. This part-time/temporary position will be compensated for time worked on an hourly basis. The work schedule for this role will consist of an estimated 20-30 hours per week for an anticipated period of 10 months, beginning in August of 2025 and ending in June of 2026. Due to the part-time/temporary nature of this work, this position is not eligible for health benefits. This role will report to the principal at the tutor’s placement school.

Part-time/temporary Tutor Corps Tutors will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Provide direct, targeted tutoring to students based on best-practice strategies and curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to understand student needs.
• Establish positive learning expectations and environments for all students.
• Measure student progress and maintain current and accurate records of students’ achievements.
• Encourage student growth and positive self-concept; exhibit understanding and respect for students.
• Participate in training and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, part-time/temporary Tutor Corps Tutors must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferred

Experience Required:

• Experience providing tutor services, working with children and in schools, strongly preferred

Other Requirements:

• Access to transportation to travel to/between assigned worksites/schools is required
• Must be able to commit to a consistent work schedule of for at least 4 weekdays (4 consecutive hours each day during the school hours)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong problem-solving abilities, combined with strong initiative and a team player attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to connect with a variety of stakeholders in a school community including students and staff
• Capable of adapting to shifting priorities and achieving success in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Strong service and support orientation towards schools and school communities.
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to effectively, efficiently support multiple workstreams at once.
• Strong technology skills; proficiency in Google suite, Windows operating system/Google Chrome, and familiarity with educational technology platforms, preferred
• Math proficiency of elementary math topics through Algebra 1

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

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