High School Mathematics (Algebra 1) Tutor
We are seeking a talented Algebra I tutor to provide in-person support to students at a Brooklyn NYCDOE school. This role focuses on helping students build strong foundational skills, improve problem-solving, and prepare for exams through structured, skill-based instruction.
Tutors will work approximately 5 hours per day, over 3 days each week, on-site at the school during school hours. This is a W2 position that pays between $32 and $35 per hour, based on applicant experience (roughly equivalent to $37 - $40 per hour as a 1099 role once payroll taxes, paid sick time, and retirement match are factored in).
Responsibilities
- Provide structured, engaging Algebra I instruction to small groups of students using Toolkit Tutors or school-provided curriculum
- Review student baseline data to tailor instruction to students’ individual needs
- Help students deploy effective study skills, including personal organization, problem-solving strategies, and review techniques
- Take daily attendance and tutoring notes using a personal mobile device
- Communicate professionally with school staff and Toolkit Tutors leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, completed (or near completion) with strong academic performance
- At least one year of experience teaching or tutoring in a school setting
- Strong knowledge of Algebra I
- Experience working in urban school communities and an understanding of common student challenges
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to student growth
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage students
- Ability to commute to the school site in Brooklyn
- DOE fingerprint clearance strongly preferred
Benefits
- Hourly pay rate between $32 to $35 (W2 employee), paid bimonthly (comparable to approximately $37-$40/hr as a 1099 role when taxes, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits are considered)
- Paid sick leave
- Paid training and professional development
- All curriculum and materials provided
- Employee 401(k) plan with 50% employer match (up to 5% of wages), available after 6 months of employment.
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Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Education, Experience, Resume, Were you referred by a current Toolkit Tutors employee? If so, please provide their name., Please select all subjects you can confidently tutor:, Please select all languages in which you can confidently provide tutoring services:, Have you been fingerprinted and cleared to work in NYCDOE schools?, Please select your availability:
Short answers (2)
- What is your undergraduate major or field of study? If you have not completed or started a bachelor’s degree, you may list your associate degree field instead. Write N/A if not applicable.
- What is your graduate degree or field of study? For example: MA in Mathematics, MEd in Special Education. Write N/A if not applicable.
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- Previous in-person experience in tutoring or teaching?
- Please select all subjects you can confidently tutor
- Please select all languages in which you can tutor:
- Please select your availability:
- Please select the boroughs in which you are available to tutor:
- Have you been fingerprinted by the NYCDOE and cleared to work in schools?
- Do you have access to a vehicle to reliably commute to school sites across NYC?
- What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- What type of degree program are you currently enrolled in?
- Which college or university did you earn your bachelor’s degree from, or currently attend for your bachelor’s degree?
- Which college or university is associated with your current or highest completed graduate degree?