Enrichment Saturday School Tutor

Position Title: Enrichment Saturday School Tutor

Summary: The Enrichment Saturday School Tutor provides small-group instruction in ELA and Mathematics to Middle School students in grades 5–8 enrolled in the Saturday Scholars program. Tutors work with students, delivering targeted test-preparation and skill-building instruction using materials and plans provided by the program. The program runs on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, October 31, 2026 through May 2027 (19 Saturdays), at the Middle School campus.

Compensation: Hourly Rate $35 per hour for uncertified tutors; $45 per hour for certified teachers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required for paid tutor positions. (Fieldwork/student-teaching placements: current enrollment in an accredited teacher-preparation program, with a placement letter from the university.)
• NYS teaching certification is required for the certified-teacher rate.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Understand the requirement to maintain confidentiality concerning charter school-related matters.
• Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the CEO finds appropriate and acceptable.

Prior to Employment:

• NYSED criminal background clearance (fingerprinting). No tutor may begin working with students until clearance is complete.
• Health Physical including Tuberculosis/PPD test, Current Tdap (Tetanus), and proof of current immunity to MMRV (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, & Varicella).
• Completion of all onboarding paperwork.

Performance Responsibilities:

The Tutor shall:

• Deliver small-group ELA and/or Mathematics instruction to assigned students, following the plans and materials provided by the program.
• Take accurate attendance each session and report absences to the Lead Person.
• Monitor student progress, complete brief session notes, and communicate student needs or concerns to the Lead Person.
• Maintain a positive, structured learning environment consistent with the school's expectations and PBIS practices.
• Arrive no later than 7:45 AM for each scheduled Saturday and attend required orientation and training sessions.
• Notify the Lead Person as early as possible if unable to attend a scheduled session; consistent attendance across the program season is an essential expectation of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information; tutors may not photograph students or communicate with students through personal phones or social media.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Person in support of the program.

Work Environment: Works in standard office and school building environments

Reports to: Ms. Bethzaida Lappe, Assistant Director of Operations (Middle School) — Lead Person, Saturday Scholars program. Academic oversight is provided by Ms. Deborah Natko, Academic Director.

Supervise: Students

Terms of Employment: Part Time Employee