Tutor & Advocate for Foster Youth

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling seeks a tutor to mentor students in the foster care system, providing academic support and advocating for needed resources. You will help students with schooling and coordinate with caregivers and program staff.

Responsibilities include leading tutoring sessions, creating individualized plans, reviewing content and IEPs, and supporting students toward their educational goals with regular progress updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 1-2 years of tutoring with students
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience working with foster care or school settings is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead individual tutoring sessions and document progress twice monthly.
• Communicate with students, caregivers, and staff to align on service plans.
• Prepare tutoring plans; review IEPs and supports holistically.
• Attend professional development and trainings to improve tutoring techniques.
• Advise on high school and college applications to support academic growth.

Skills

Tutoring

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The New York Foundling seeks a tutor to mentor students in the foster care system, providing academic support and advocating for needed resources. You will help students with schooling and coordinate with caregivers and program staff.

Responsibilities include leading tutoring sessions, creating individualized plans, reviewing content and IEPs, and supporting students toward their educational goals with regular progress updates.