Tutor

Children's Aid; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

Children's Aid is seeking a Tutor for their Afterschool in Action Program at the Salome Urena Campus in New York. The role involves assisting with educational instruction, engaging children in activities, and providing tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills.

The ideal candidate should be a high school student or pursuing a degree in Education or Social Work, with prior experience working with children. This is a part-time position operating Monday through Friday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, offering a pay of $17.00/hour.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with children, tutoring, or teaching is highly preferred.
• Field of study in Education or Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilitator with the supervision and care of up to 20 children.
• Teach by modeling and demonstrate characteristics that participants can learn from.
• Engage children in fun learning activities while providing a safe environment.
• Provide individual and group tutoring in various subjects.
• Attend regular staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Experience working with children

Tutoring or teaching experience

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

High School student or pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Summary

The Children’s Aid Afterschool in Action Program/Teen Program at the Salome Urena Campus is an afterschool enrichment program operating Monday through Friday, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. The Tutor will assist the group Facilitator to provide tutorial help with homework, additional educational instruction, social emotional learning, and opportunities to engage middle school age children in sports and art-based activities.

Salary

$17.00/hour

Essential Duties

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist the Facilitator with the supervision and care of up to 20 children, forming a group or club.
• Teach by modeling and demonstrate characteristics that participants can learn from.
• Engage middle school age children in fun learning activities while providing a safe and respectful environment.
• Provide individual and group tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills.
• Assist in the design, planning, and execution of special projects in and out of the program.
• Maintain punctuality, responsibility, a positive attitude, and encouragement for children.
• Support orderly program operation by supervising children during supper, ensuring proper sign‑out of CA devices, cleaning and returning equipment, and organizing games.
• Attend regular staff meetings, trainings, and collaborate with other staff members in the program and schools.
• Be available from September through June for the after‑school enrichment program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School student or pursuing an associate or a bachelor’s degree.

Key Competencies

• At least one year of experience working with children, tutoring, or teaching is highly preferred.
• Field of study in Education or Social Work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in‑person or hybrid, as determined by the department’s needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position’s requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.