Elementary 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 Smart Start Education is right for you!

Smart Start Education seeks a small group English Language Arts tutor to work with small groups of elementary 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 Kindergarten through 5th
.
The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a elementary school in Fort Washington, MD 20744
. 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).

The tutoring position begins promptly on October 8, 2026 and ends on April 15, 2027. The schedule will be 7:30 am through 1:30 pm.

Salary Range: $28.16 - $31.29 per hour.

• 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 elementary 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.

Smart Start Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.