Tutor

ACCEL Schools; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Basic Life/AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Discounted childcare

Medical insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

ACCEL Schools seeks a dedicated Student Tutor for Barber Preparatory Academy in Highland Park, MI to provide focused tutoring and academic support for PK–8 students. The role emphasizes reinforcing classroom learning and tailoring instruction to meet individual needs within a supportive environment.

Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, meet paraprofessional requirements, and demonstrate strong reading, writing, mathematics, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet Michigan Title I instructional paraprofessional requirements: 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution; or Associate degree or higher; or Michigan-approved paraprofessional assessment.
• Previous experience tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or working with school-age children preferred.
• Strong reading, writing, mathematics, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups.
• Patient, encouraging, and able to build positive relationships with students of varying academic abilities.
• Ability to properly manage confidential information.
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring based on identified student needs.
• Reinforce classroom instruction in reading, literacy, writing, mathematics, and other academic areas.
• Adapt tutoring strategies to meet varying student needs and skill levels.
• Monitor and document student participation and academic progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to support student growth.
• Create a positive, supportive, and focused learning environment.
• Maintain student confidentiality and accurate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Patience

Student engagement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

60 semester credit hours

Associate degree or higher

Michigan-approved paraprofessional assessment

Job description

About The Team

ACCEL Schools is hiring a dedicated Student Tutor at Barber Preparatory Academy in Highland Park, MI. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about helping students strengthen their academic skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

Barber Preparatory Academy is a public charter school serving PK–8 students with a well-rounded education that includes community service learning and competitive sports. Known for its welcoming school community, Barber Prep is part of ACCEL Schools, a network of public charter schools serving K–12 students across the United States.

About The Opportunity

The Student Tutor provides targeted individual and small-group academic support under the direction of certified instructional staff. The Tutor works closely with teachers and school leadership to reinforce classroom learning, address skill gaps, and support student growth.

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring based on identified student needs
• Reinforce classroom instruction in reading, literacy, writing, mathematics, and other academic areas
• Adapt tutoring strategies to meet varying student needs and skill levels
• Monitor and document student participation and academic progress
• Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to support student growth
• Create a positive, supportive, and focused learning environment
• Maintain student confidentiality and accurate records
• Perform other duties as assigned

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must meet Michigan Title I instructional paraprofessional requirements through at least one of the following:
• 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution; or
• Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution; or
• Successful completion of a Michigan-approved paraprofessional assessment
• Previous experience tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or working with school-age children preferred
• Strong reading, writing, mathematics, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups
• Patient, encouraging, and able to build positive relationships with students of varying academic abilities
• Ability to properly manage confidential information
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

About Us

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ public charter schools serving PK–12 students across the United States. Our schools reflect the unique communities they serve and are committed to expanding educational opportunities and helping students reach their full potential.

Life Benefits – Time & Peace Of Mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health Benefits – Stay Well & Thrive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance

Career Benefits – Keep Growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools and our network of 4,000+ education professionals

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.