Accelerated Charter Elementary Schools Bilingual In-Person Tutor '26/'27
About the Role
HeyTutor is seeking dedicated and dependable ELA & Reading Tutors to provide high-impact, in-person academic support to students in grades 3–5. Tutors will work approximately 20 hours per week and provide small-group instruction focused on Reading, Writing, Phonics, and literacy intervention. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about education and wanting hands-on experience working directly with elementary students. If you are pursuing a career in education or hope to become a teacher, this is a valuable opportunity.
Tutors selected for this program will receive Orton-Gillingham training provided by the District, giving you exposure to a highly structured, evidence-based approach to literacy instruction that can strengthen your instructional skills and future career in education. Consistency is extremely important to student progress, relationship-building, and the overall success of the intervention, so we are looking for tutors who can commit to staying for the entire duration of the program.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-person, high-dosage tutoring to students in grades 3–5, primarily in ELA and Reading
- Support students in Reading, Writing, Phonics, foundational literacy skills, and literacy intervention
- Lead small-group center rotations based on individual student needs
- Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student needs, District curriculum, and intervention goals
- Complete District-provided Orton-Gillingham training/certification before beginning intervention with students
- Implement the District's Orton-Gillingham curriculum and instructional strategies with students
- Use District-approved curriculum, intervention plans, and instructional resources
- Work with students who may have learning gaps or require additional academic support
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other school staff to ensure tutoring aligns with classroom instruction and student academic goals
- Assist with required program documentation, including student attendance, enrollment records, sign-in/out sheets, and other ELOP documentation
- Conduct parent outreach when needed, including phone calls and communication regarding schedules, pick-up procedures, and program information
- Greet students and families and help direct parent questions to the appropriate school or program staff
- Communicate student concerns or urgent issues to the appropriate ELOP Site Lead or program staff
- Maintain professionalism and comply with all District policies, procedures, documentation requirements, and student confidentiality standards
Requirements
- Passionate about working with elementary-aged students
- Interested in education, teaching, literacy, child development, or a related career field
- Excited about receiving Orton-Gillingham training and developing specialized literacy-intervention skills
- Comfortable supporting students in ELA, Reading, Writing, and Phonics
- Able to communicate professionally with students, families, teachers, and school staff
- Organized and comfortable maintaining accurate attendance and program documentation
- Reliable, punctual, patient, and able to build positive relationships with students
- Able to work approximately 20 hours per week
- Able to commit to the entire program
Schedule
Tutors will work approximately 20 hours per week.
About the Company
HeyTutor is a leading EdTech company partnering with over 50 school districts nationwide. In 8+ years, we’ve supported 400,000+ students and delivered 1M+ tutoring lessons. Our high-dosage tutoring model is proven to improve student outcomes, and we’re proud to be ranked #28 Best Startup Employer by Forbes.