Tutor - MS 331X

Fordham; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Fordham University invites applications for a Tutoring position reported to the Community School Director. In this in-person role, you will deliver personalized instruction to middle school students in Math and ELA, during the school day (Mon-Fri 8AM–2PM) in preparation for NY State exams.

The ideal candidate is a current Fordham student (junior/senior/graduate) with prior tutoring experience and the ability to work at least 6 hours weekly. Start ASAP; End Date 06/04/2027.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Fordham Junior, Senior or Graduate student.
• Prior tutoring experience.
• Available to work a minimum of 6 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Tutors Middle School students in Math and ELA (Mon-Fri 8AM–2PM).
• Monitor student progress and adapt strategies as needed.
• Meet regularly with Community School Director and ELT coordinator.

Skills

Tutoring experience

Communication skills

Education

Current Fordham student

Job description

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Tutors Reporting to Community School Director, tutors will inspire and empower students. In this in-person role, you will deliver personalized, engaging instruction tailored to each student’s unique learning style and academic needs. Your enthusiasm for education and commitment to student success will help foster confidence and achievement.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in learners’ lives while honing your teaching skills in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will ensure that students meet or exceed grade-level standards and expectations within a given subject area. Tutors must be able to motivate and maintain the students’ interest while setting a positive example in all areas, including timeliness, attendance, and professionalism. Additionally, Tutors must take a sincere, active, and appropriate interest in the well‑being of all students.

No after school. No holidays. No summer.

Essential Functions

• Works with students from diverse cultural backgrounds and varying educational needs.
• Provides tutoring to Middle School children (Monday-Friday 8AM-to 2PM) in the subjects of Math and ELA in preparation for the NY State exams during the school day.
• Monitors student progress regularly, offering constructive feedback and adjusting strategies as needed.
• Meets with the community School Director and ELT coordinator regularly.
• Excellent communication skills to engage students of all ages and backgrounds.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 6 hours per week.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Additional Functions

NYC DOE fingerprinting clearance.

The cost will be $107.50 – which will be reimbursed with proof of payment.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Must be a current Fordham Junior, Senior or Graduate student.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Prior tutoring experience.

Minimum Hourly Salary

Minimum Hourly Salary 25

Maximum Hourly Salary

Maximum Hourly Salary 25

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation N/A

Start Date

Start Date ASAP

End Date

End Date 06/04/2027

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Please check the level of frequency that best describes the physical demands that are required for the position.

• Sitting Not Required
• Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)
• Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Not Required
• Hearing, Listening, Talking Not Required
• Standing
• Standing Not Required
• Walking
• Walking Not Required
• Running
• Running Not Required
• Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling
• Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Not Required
• Climbing stairs Not Required
• Climbing ladders
• Climbing ladders Not Required
• Reaching overhead
• Reaching overhead Not Required
• Pulling, pushing
• Pulling, pushing Not Required
• Shoveling
• Shoveling Not Required
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds Not Required
• Lifting – up to 50 pounds
• Lifting – up to 50 pounds Not Required
• Lifting – over 50 pounds Not Required

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current Fordham Junior, Senior or Graduate student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to work a minimum of 6 hours per week?
  • Yes
  • No