Lead Math Tutor

About the role

The Lead Tutor at Saga Education is responsible for managing a small caseload of middle or high school students and delivering high-dosage, high-impact daily math tutoring using Saga's curriculum and instructional model. This role involves providing individualized instruction, facilitating small-group learning, and managing student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Directors with creating new tutor orientation supports
• Provide daily math tutoring to your assigned caseload of students for a minimum of 3 class periods per day
• Facilitate pull-out learning groups, independent practice, assessments etc. for students working on adaptive math platforms when not directly tutoring
• Prepare thoroughly for tutoring sessions using Saga curriculum materials and data-informed lesson planning
• Build strong, consistent relationships with students to set clear expectations, foster engagement, and manage behavior effectively
• Manage the accurate entry, analysis, and use of student academic data to differentiate instruction and adjust lesson plans to address individual learning needs
• Partner with the Site Coordinator to regularly review student performance data, identify learning gaps, and contribute to instructional and programmatic solutions
• Maintain student attendance records, monitor academic progress, and provide timely, actionable feedback
• Support the onboarding and development of new tutors by assisting with lesson planning, modeling effective instructional practices, and leading team-building activities
• Participate in weekly observations, feedback sessions, reflections, evaluations, and professional development with the Program Manager, and consistently implement feedback to improve practice
• Maintain regular, ongoing communication with parents/guardians via email, text, or phone, based on family preference, and document outreach efforts
• Partner with the Site Coordinator to develop and implement student incentives, progress trackers, and recognition activities, including celebrations and awards
• Provide on-site program coverage during absences of the Site Coordinator or other key staff, ensuring instructional continuity, adherence to program expectations, and effective communication with tutors and school partners
• Address and help de-escalate routine on-site issues or questions involving tutors or students, escalating concerns to the Site Coordinator or Program Manager as appropriate
• Maintain site operations and program fidelity during Site Coordinator absences, supporting tutors and serving as the primary on-site lead
• Engage in additional duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator, Program Manager, or school site to ensure smooth program operations
• Lead team-building activities and assist new tutors with lesson planning
• Partner with the Site Director to review and analyze data and contribute to finding solutions to fill student knowledge gaps
• Maintain attendance records, monitor student academic progress, and provide feedback
• Engage and assist with other duties as assigned by your Site Director and school site

Qualifications

• You are a current Saga Tutor in good standing and have demonstrated you have leadership abilities to perform the role or have 1 year of prior experience as a tutor, working directly with middle or high school students
• You are authorized to work in the United States and reside within the U.S. (50 states) during the background screening, onboarding processes, and while you work as a Tutor with Saga
• You are age 18 or over with a high school diploma or GED
• You must clear a Criminal History Check and all other security and health requirements set forth by Saga Education and the school district in which you serve before the start of training