What are the responsibilities and job description for the Southfield ELA In-Person Tutors '26/'27 position at HeyTutor?
About the Role
HeyTutor has partnered with a local school district in Southfield Michigan to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring to Elementary School students. Applicants must have completed an Associate’s degree or higher, or be currently enrolled in college.
We are hiring ELA Tutors to support students in grades 6th-8th. This is a great opportunity for college students, aspiring educators, and education professionals looking for consistent hours, competitive pay, and meaningful work in their community.
An in-person background check is required.
Pay & Benefits
- $24-$28 per hour, based on education and experience
- Attendance-based pay incentives
- Voluntary health benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity)
- 401(k) retirement plan
Schedule
- Monday–Friday availability required
- Must be available from 8:00am-5:00pm
Requirements
- Completed AA degree or higher, OR currently enrolled in college (required)
- Experience working with children or tutoring preferred
- Comfortable tutoring Middle School ELA
- Ability to manage large groups of students independently
- Comfortable working in a classroom setting
- Ability to pass an FBI-DOJ in-person background check (provided by HeyTutor)
Key Responsibilities
- Tutor groups of students without direct teacher supervision
- Deliver lessons using provided curriculum and materials
- Create an engaging, welcoming learning environment
- Support positive student behavior and participation
- Track attendance and student progress using the HeyTutor Dashboard
- Assist with student assessments when requested
- Escort students to and from designated areas on campus
- Clock in/out daily using Deputy
- Complete additional duties as assigned
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Make a meaningful impact in local schools
- Consistent weekday schedule
- Competitive pay with growth opportunities
- Ideal for education majors, aspiring teachers, and experienced tutors
- Structured curriculum, paid training, and ongoing support
Who We Are
HeyTutor is a leading EdTech company partnering with over 50 school districts nationwide. In 8 years, we’ve supported 400,000 students and delivered 1M tutoring lessons. Our high-dosage tutoring model is proven to improve student outcomes, and we’re proud to be ranked #28 Best Startup Employer by Forbes.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HeyTutor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Salary : $24 - $28