Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

About Us:

So, why choose SmartStart Education? SmartStart Education, LLC is an academic solutions company led by experienced educators. We provide educational staffing solutions for grades K-12. SmartStart partners with districts and schools to provide the best education professionals to fill long-term substitute and administrative staff vacancies.

In addition, SmartStart offers comprehensive tutoring programs including in-class, face-to-face high-dosage tutoring to help struggling students close the learning gap.

SmartStart Education also offers the following:

• Growth opportunities within the company
• A culture and company built by educators

The Job:

SmartStart Education seeks a ELA Provider to work with groups of high school students 5 days a week. Students are from all grade levels, including 9th-12th grade. The teacher will work with students at a high school in the Bronx, NY. Candidates should have experience in the following areas.

• Media Design (including, but not limited to photoshop, graphic designing etc.)
• Experience working with students new to the country (bilingual preferred)

Job Details:

The tutoring positions begin ASAP and run through to June 21, 2024. The schedule will be Monday-Friday 8:20-2:40.

Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.

Hiring Process:

As part of our hiring process, we kindly request your adherence to the following steps:

• Timely and transparently respond to the screening questions sent by the Talent Acquisition Manager, ensuring your answers accurately reflect your qualifications and suitability for the position.
• Promptly schedule an interview and demonstrate a commitment to punctuality by attending as scheduled or proactively rescheduling if necessary.
• Participate in a Zoom interview with a specialized talent acquisition coordinator who will assess your suitability for the role.
• Provide professional references, if applicable, for thorough review and verification of your qualifications and work experience.
• Responsively reply to any extended offer in a timely manner, indicating your acceptance or need for further clarification.
• Complete all onboarding tasks promptly, which may include tasks such as accessing email accounts, providing fingerprints for security purposes, uploading personal information, and completing any required training, as specified.

By meticulously following these steps in a prompt and professional manner, you will contribute to a streamlined and efficient hiring process.

Qualified Candidates:

If you believe that this position aligns with your qualifications and showcases your exceptional skills, we kindly request your confirmation regarding your ability to meet the following minimum requirements:

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
• Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
• Mastery of math concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
• Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, although not required.
• Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
• Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
• Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.

If you are confident in meeting these minimal qualifications, we encourage you to proceed with your application.

Pay Rate: $35.52/hourly