What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary & Middle School Tutor (English & Math Focus, Grades 2–8) position at Coherence Learning?
About Coherence Learning
Coherence Learning is seeking motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as academic tutors supporting students in grades 2–7. While our core emphasis is on English Language Arts (reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing), tutors will also support students with foundational Elementary and Middle School Math. We offer a supportive environment where developing educators and tutors can build strong teaching experience, refine student feedback techniques, and make a direct impact on student achievement.
Position Summary
As a Tutor & Academic Assistant, your main responsibility will be directly tutoring students in small groups and 1-on-1 settings, delivering Coherence Learning’s established, in-house curriculum. A core component of the role includes thorough essay reviews and writing evaluations, grading weekly assignments, and providing administrative support to keep classes running smoothly.
This role is ideal for college students, recent graduates, or early-career tutors who excel in English, feel comfortable assisting with foundational math, and are looking to gain hands-on instructional experience with guided support.
Hours & Availability
- Part-Time Schedule: Position availability varies based on student enrollment, typically starting at 6 to 12 hours per week (with potential for additional hours as enrollment grows).
- General Class Windows:
- Monday–Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Sessions are scheduled within these windows based on student demand and your availability.)
Compensation
- $16 – $22/hr depending on education, relevant coursework, and prior tutoring or evaluation experience.
- Periodic rate reviews based on tutoring performance, quality of essay feedback, and student progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct Student Tutoring: Conduct small-group and 1-on-1 tutoring sessions for grades 2–8, with a primary focus on English Language Arts and supplementary support in foundational math skills.
- Essay Reviews & Editing: Review, annotate, and evaluate student essays and paragraph drafts, offering detailed, constructive feedback on structure, grammar, style, and mechanics.
- Grading & Assessment: Grade student workbooks, comprehension quizzes, and math practice assignments using provided answer keys and rubrics.
- Instructional Support: Guide students through paragraph/essay outlines, active reading strategies, grammar rules, and step-by-step math problem-solving.
- Administrative & Prep Tasks: Assist with organizing learning materials, tracking student attendance, recording grades, and preparing student workbooks for upcoming sessions.
- Communication: Provide concise, written feedback on student work to keep parents and lead staff informed of progress.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a structured, focused, and encouraging learning environment during all tutoring sessions.
Qualifications
- Education: Pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, Mathematics, Humanities, or a related field.
- Subject Proficiency: Excellent writing, editing, and grammar skills, combined with a solid command of elementary and middle school math concepts (up to Pre-Algebra).
- Experience: Prior experience working with youth (e.g., peer tutoring, writing center assistance, camp counseling, or grading support) is preferred, but formal classroom teaching experience is not required.
- Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
- Willingness to commit through the current academic term.
Key Qualities
- Versatile & Adaptable: Comfortable moving between evaluating English essays and explaining math concepts.
- Detail-Oriented: Thorough when reviewing writing assignments and checking student work for accuracy.
- Patient & Encouraging: Skilled at explaining concepts clearly and helping young learners build confidence.
- Eagerness to Learn: Open to feedback, instructional coaching, and learning our curriculum methods.
Benefits
- Paid Training & Mentorship: Receive direct guidance and structured, pre-planned lesson plans and grading rubrics.
- Flexible Part-Time Hours: Great fit for university students or individuals looking for targeted evening/weekend tutoring hours.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities or higher-level tutoring sessions as experience grows.
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $22