What are the responsibilities and job description for the West Valley - Sistema Homework Mentor position at American Preparatory Academy?
School Year: 2026 - 2027
Location: West Valley City, UT
Job Summary: We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about teaching to support our after-school program. Sistema Utah partners with American Preparatory Academy to provide free music and homework assistance classes to under-resourced students. Patterned after the El Sistema movement that originated in Venezuela, the program seeks to empower students through education, music, and academic support
Duties & Responsibilities:
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:
- Mentor elementary students in grades 2-6 with homework and academic support in most subjects
- Provide assistance in an after-school classroom setting
- Support students during three daily instructional periods, each approximately 40 minutes in duration
- Provide guidance with effective study skills and techniques
- Participate in required training prior to beginning the position
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment
- Other duties as assigned
Schedule:
- Expected hours are up to 20 hours per week from August - May
- Typical part-time schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 3:15 pm - 7:00 pm; Wednesday and Thursday, 2:15 pm - 6:00 pm (schedule may vary by approximately 15 minutes based on campus needs)
Pay:
- $14.00 - $17.00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
- School and Summer breaks off
- Professional development and training opportunities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success
- Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments
- Able to work well in a teamwork environment
- Proficiency in writing, mathematics, and Google applications including Docs, Sheets, and Forms
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate patience and work effectively with elementary students
- Ability to support students with a variety of academic needs
- Strong reliability and punctuality
- Effective study skills and ability to teach or reinforce study techniques
- Bilingual (Spanish) skills are preferred but not required
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience working with elementary-aged students or providing academic support is preferred
Salary : $14 - $17