Tutor Instructor

Carnegie Learning; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Carnegie Learning is seeking Part-Time Tutor Instructors to provide virtual academic support for K-5 Math and ELA in a remote USA setting. Sessions run Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5:00pm–7:30pm EST, with onboarding starting January 4, 2027 and tutoring beginning January 19, 2027.

You will use Carnegie Learning materials to deliver one-on-one or small-group instruction, build positive connections with students, and check understanding throughout lessons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM- or literacy-related field.
• Current, valid teaching license or certification in the United States (US).
• Experience teaching or supporting grades K-12.
• Experience using Common Core State Standards in Mathematics or ELA.
• Student-centered teaching style with relationship-building and adaptability.
• Professional communication, dependable follow-through, and openness to feedback and coaching.
• Reliable access to a computer, high-speed internet, webcam, and microphone.
• U.S. residency and work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare to Teach: Review provided lesson materials and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction.
• Connect With Students: Create a welcoming virtual environment and build relationships with K-5 learners.
• Deliver Virtual Instruction: Lead Math and ELA sessions using Carnegie Learning lessons and virtual tools.
• Check for Understanding: Use questions to assess understanding and adjust instruction.
• Support Different Learning Needs: Provide encouragement, scaffolding, and extension as needed.
• Use Data and Feedback: Use student information and coaching feedback to improve instruction.
• Communicate and Follow Through: Maintain attendance, complete documentation and training on time.
• Grow With Coaching: Participate in onboarding, observations, and coaching to improve student experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or literacy-related field

Teaching license or certification (US)

Experience teaching or supporting grades K-12

Experience with Common Core State Standards in Mathematics or ELA

Student-centered teaching style

Professional communication and dependability

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Remote in USA - Pittsburgh, PA 15219, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $20.00 - $35.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: Tutoring,

Tutor Instructor

What We Seek

At Carnegie Learning, we believe educators are the key to creating the next generation of great thinkers. We are looking for experienced, engaging educators to provide virtual academic support to K-5 students in Mathematics and English Language Arts.

Tutor Instructors deliver lessons and materials provided by Carnegie Learning in one-on-one and small-group settings of up to six students. You will use your instructional expertise to bring the lesson to life, build strong connections with students, check for understanding, and adjust your approach based on the learners in front of you.

We are currently hiring for a cohort of tutors, who can consistently work Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5pm-7:30pm EST. Availability during these times on all three days is strongly preferred. Candidates with partial availability may be considered for substitute opportunities. This hiring group is expected to begin onboarding on January 4th, with tutoring sessions beginning on January 19th, 2027.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Prepare to Teach: Review the provided lesson materials before each session and arrive ready to deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction.
• Connect With Students: Create a welcoming virtual environment and build relationships that help K-5 learners feel comfortable, motivated, and ready to participate.
• Deliver Virtual Instruction: Lead one-on-one or small-group Math and ELA sessions using Carnegie Learning lessons, materials, and virtual tools.
• Check for Understanding: Use purposeful questions and student responses to identify what learners understand, address misconceptions, and adjust instruction in the moment.
• Support Different Learning Needs: Provide appropriate encouragement, scaffolding, and extension for students who need additional support or greater challenge.
• Use Data and Feedback: Use available student information and coaching feedback to strengthen instruction and support student progress.
• Communicate and Follow Through: Maintain dependable attendance, complete required documentation and training on time, and communicate promptly about questions, technology issues, or changes that may affect scheduled sessions.
• Grow With Coaching: Participate in onboarding, periodic observations, and coaching, and apply feedback to continuously improve the student experience.

What Should Be In Your Bookbag

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM- or literacy-related field
• Current, valid teaching license or certification in the United States
• Experience teaching or supporting grades K-12
• Experience using Common Core State Standards in Mathematics or ELA
• A student-centered teaching style, including the ability to build relationships, check for understanding, and adapt when students need a different approach
• Professional communication, dependable follow-through, and openness to feedback and coaching
• Reliable access to a computer, high-speed internet, webcam, and microphone
• A quiet, professional, distraction-free environment for virtual tutoring
• U.S. residency and work authorization
• Ability to complete required training, employment documentation, background checks, and fingerprinting by established deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher
• Experience supporting struggling and/or advanced learners
• Special education experience or certification
• Experience supporting English language learners or multilingual learners
• Bilingual instructional ability
• Familiarity with school district technology systems, learning management systems, or virtual instructional platforms

What Gives Us Purpose

Others teach what; we teach why. For over 25 years, Carnegie Learning has developed solutions that help students achieve Aha moments and set them up for long-term learning success. We're driven to find new, better ways to support teachers and reach more students, so we put our leading cognitive science research and real-world insights into solutions for how students think, learn, and do their best. This is a key part of our commitment to helping teachers spark student curiosity. As a Carnegie Learning team member, you'll work alongside a team of passionate individuals dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of students and educators.

What We Believe

We celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that define each person's individuality. This fusion of perspectives enriches our collective knowledge, fosters innovation, and empowers us all. Together, we can collectively and more effectively address issues that face our business and industry.

Carnegie Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.