Afterschool Group Tutor

SUPPORT LEARNING. BUILD CONFIDENCE. MAKE CONCEPTS CONNECT.

Now Hiring: Afterschool Group Tutors

Do you enjoy helping students understand new concepts and feel more confident in school?
Are you patient, encouraging, and motivated by seeing young people grow academically and personally?

The YMCA Y Scholars Program is hiring Afterschool Group Tutors to provide academic support and guided learning experiences for middle school students during afterschool hours. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working closely with students, reinforcing classroom learning, and helping youth build strong study habits in a supportive group setting.

About the YMCA Y Scholars Program

At the YMCA Y Scholars Program, we envision a world where every student discovers their purpose and achieves their full potential.

Each day, we elevate youth voice by offering enrichment opportunities that foster leadership learning and healthy habits.

Does your mission align with ours?

Role Summary

Start Date: Immediate
End Date: June 2026 (summer work may be available)
Compensation: $26/hour - part-time, non-exempt
Schedule: Minimum 2 days/week, Monday to Friday
Daily Hours: Typically 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Weekly Hours: Approximately 4–10 hours
Pay Rate: Up to $26/hour (part-time, non-exempt)
Sites: DeJean Middle School or Soskin Middle School
View all sites: http://map.ymcayscholars.org

What You’ll Do

As an Afterschool Group Tutor, you will support students’ academic growth while helping create a calm, focused, and encouraging learning environment. Responsibilities include:

• Providing small-group academic support to 15–20 middle school students
• Assisting students with homework, assignments, and skill-building activities
• Reinforcing foundational skills in literacy, math, organization, and study habits
• Encouraging student participation, effort, and perseverance
• Creating a welcoming, inclusive space where students feel supported and capable
• Taking accurate daily attendance and monitoring engagement
• Collaborating with site staff to align academic support with program
• expectations
• Serving as a consistent mentor and positive adult presence
• Supporting additional program needs as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• 48 completed college units or passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam
• (We will support you if you need to take the exam.)
• Ability to clear DOJ/FBI background checks
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within 30 days of hire
• (Provided at no cost to you.)

Strong Candidates Will Also:

• Have experience in tutoring, especially in different subjects
• Enjoy working with middle school students in group settings
• Communicate clearly and work well with a team
• Be reliable, organized, and consistent
• Have patience and a supportive teaching style
• Feel comfortable encouraging students who may struggle academically
• Value feedback, growth, and continuous learning

Physical Expectations

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities
• Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
• Frequent bending & standing
• Able to walk for long periods of time
• Visual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies

Why Join the YMCA Y Scholars Program?

• Make a direct impact on students’ academic confidence and success
• Gain experience in tutoring, education, and youth development
• Access training, mentorship, and growth opportunities
• Join a collaborative, mission-driven team
• Be part of a program where consistency and care truly matter

Ready to Support Student Success?

Your patience could help students make meaningful changes.
Your encouragement could keep a student from giving up.
Your presence could make learning feel possible again.

If you’re excited to support students, build relationships, and grow alongside young people, we invite you to apply.

Apply today to become a General Group Tutor with the YMCA Y Scholars Program and help students succeed — one afternoon at a time.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $27