SmartStart Education
Junior High ELA Tutor
Bronx, New York, US
Role snapshot
SmartStart Education is hiring a Junior High ELA Tutor on a full-time basis. This is an on-site role based in Bronx, New York, US.
- Company
- SmartStart Education
- Location
- Bronx, New York, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
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About the role
Job Description
Job Description Junior High ELA TutorJunior High ELA Tutor
Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!
The Job:
SmartStart Education seeks a small group English Language Arts tutor to work with small groups of middle school students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental ELA skills. Students are from all grade levels, including sixth (6th) through eighth (8th).
The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week on-site at a middle school in Bronx, NY, 10453 (Morris Heights area). Groups will take place within the classroom (push-in services) or outside of the classroom (pull-out services). Tutors should be flexible and comfortable with both settings. Each tutor will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).
Job Details:
The tutoring position begins promptly on January 5, 2027 and ends on April 8, 2027. The schedule will be 8:30 am est through 2:50 pm est. Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.
Salary Range: $29.11 - $32.34 per hour.
Qualifications:
If you believe that this position aligns with your qualifications and showcases your exceptional skills, we kindly request your confirmation regarding your ability to meet the following minimum requirements:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
- Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
- Mastery of middle school ELA concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
- Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
- Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
- Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
- Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
- Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
- Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.
SmartStart Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation details: 29.11-32.34 Hourly Wage
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