What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Tutor: Eden Prairie position at Learning Designs Learning Services LLC?
Job Overview
We are seeking a patient, knowledgeable, and compassionate academic tutor to support a 12 year old student with special education needs. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse learners, a strong foundation in elementary math and reading, and the ability to adapt instruction to meet the student’s individual learning style. This role requires excellent communication, creativity, and a passion for helping students build both skills and confidence in math.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one math and reading instruction.
- Adapt lessons to meet the student’s individualized education plan (IEP) goals and learning needs.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies, including visual supports, manipulatives, and structured practice, to reinforce math concepts and fact fluency.
- Break down complex problems into manageable steps to build understanding and confidence.
- Track progress, celebrate successes, and adjust instruction as needed to ensure ongoing growth.
- Collaborate with parents/guardians (and school staff if needed) to share updates, strategies, and progress.
- Foster a supportive, encouraging environment that emphasizes persistence, effort, and growth mindset.
Qualifications
- Experience working with elementary students, preferably with SpEd or diverse learning needs.
- Strong understanding of elementary aged math skills, including multiplication, division, fractions, and problem-solving.
- Strong understanding of elementary aged reading skills and phonetic based reading methods.
- Familiarity with evidence-based math and reading interventions and strategies for struggling learners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both students and families.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate students who may feel challenged by math.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, or a related field preferred (or equivalent tutoring/teaching experience).
Why Join Us?
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact in a student’s academic growth and confidence. If you are passionate about helping learners overcome challenges and discover their strengths, we invite you to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)
- Special Education : 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Eden Prairie, MN 55347 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $45