Lead Math Tutor

Job Title: Better Me Math Tutor

Job type: Part-time (10-20 hours per week)

Location: 1111 W El Camino Real Ste 217, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

Start Date: ASAP

Who we are: Better Me, part of the TAL Education Group, helps K–8 students build a strong math foundation through research-based instruction and engaging, student-centered learning.

We are looking for: A dedicated, dependable Lead Tutor to support and guide a team of tutors while directly impacting K–8 students in math. Skilled at breaking down complex concepts, adapting to diverse learning styles, and fostering a positive, growth-oriented environment.

What You Will Do:

• Provide high-quality math tutoring to K–8 students, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs.
• Support and mentor a team of tutors, offering guidance, feedback, and resources to help them grow professionally.
• Observe tutoring sessions and provide constructive feedback to ensure consistent, effective instruction.
• Lead training sessions or check-ins to reinforce best practices and share strategies for student success.
• Act as a point of contact for tutor questions, concerns, and day-to-day support.
• Collaborate with program staff to monitor student progress and address learning challenges.
• Model professionalism and positive communication, setting the tone for a collaborative, student-centered culture.

Qualifications:

• Strong math proficiency, with at least a high school diploma or equivalent; a degree in education, math, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience tutoring or teaching math to K–8 students, with the ability to simplify and clearly explain complex concepts.
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience, ideally within an educational or tutoring setting.
• Excellent communication skills to provide clear instruction and supportive feedback to both students and fellow tutors.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to foster a positive, encouraging learning environment for diverse learners.
• Skilled at adapting instruction to meet different learning styles, needs, and academic levels.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to balance tutoring responsibilities with team support and oversight.
• Confident in leading team check-ins, sharing best practices, and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Dependable, professional, and committed to delivering consistent, high-quality instruction.
• Passionate about math education and helping both students and tutors grow and succeed.

Availability: Seeking reliable individuals available to work 4–6 hours per day, three times per week — with a strong preference for weekend availability.

Pay Range: $19–$21 per hour

Career Growth Path:

• Tutor – Make a real difference in students’ lives through personalized, 1:1 math support.
• Lead Tutor – Mentor other tutors, share best practices, and take on added leadership.
• Assistant Manager – Support day-to-day operations, help train new team members, and ensure quality and consistency.
• Learning Center Manager – Own a center’s success, lead a team, manage performance, and shape an incredible learning experience.