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About the Opportunity
We are seeking passionate and dependable individuals to provide in-person academic support to elementary students in schools throughout the Nashville area. Tutors will work directly with students to help strengthen foundational reading skills while building confidence, engagement, and a positive learning experience.
This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and want to make a meaningful impact in their local community. Prior teaching experience is helpful but not required. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds including tutors, substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, college students, aspiring educators, retired educators, youth program leaders, coaches, and professionals seeking meaningful part-time work.
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Nashville, TN (Multiple School Locations) Schedule: School-day hours; mornings and/or afternoons depending on school placement; Approximately 5-10 hours per week
Position Overview
As an In-Person Elementary Tutor, you will work with students during the school day in a structured educational environment. You will provide academic support, encourage student participation, and help create a positive and engaging atmosphere that supports learning and growth.
Tutors will serve as mentors and academic partners, helping students build skills and confidence through consistent support and relationship-building.
Responsibilities
Provide academic support to elementary students in small groups (3:1 ratio) in a school setting
- Deliver tutoring and learning support using a structured, easy-to-follow curriculum provided by the program.
- Encourage student participation and maintain a positive learning environment
- Build strong, supportive relationships with students
- Track attendance and complete required documentation as needed
- Communicate professionally with school staff and program leadership
- Maintain reliability and consistency with assigned schedules
- Follow all school and program procedures and expectations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or degree in progress is preferred
- Experience working with children, students, or youth preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Dependable, professional, and able to maintain a consistent schedule
- Comfortable working in school environments
- Ability to engage and motivate students
- Must be able to meet all school-based onboarding requirements, including background screening requirements if applicable
Preferred Experience
- Experience in any of the following is helpful but not required: Tutoring Teaching Mentoring Childcare Summer camps Coaching Youth organizations After-school programs Classroom support Volunteer work with children
Schedule Information
- School-day schedule; mornings and/or afternoons depending on location
- Opportunities available multiple days each week
- Consistent scheduling based on school calendars
- Multiple school locations throughout the Nashville area
Why Join Us?
- This is an opportunity to do work that matters. Every session has the potential to positively impact a student’s confidence, growth, and educational journey.
- Join a team focused on helping students succeed while giving back to your local community.
- Apply today and help make a difference for students across Nashville.
Compensation: $50/hour
The company does not provide benefits for this position.
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
Please note that the above-referenced position can be performed anywhere in the United States except in the following states: Arkansas, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota and Wyoming.
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