In‑Person Private Reading Tutor for Ages 2.5–5 - Part-Time Contact Position

Job Summary

We are seeking exceptional early‑literacy tutors to join our team as part‑time 1099 contractors for the 2026/2027 school year

Our program specializes in teaching children ages 2.5 to 7 how to read and write using a structured phonics approach that builds confidence and prepares students to excel in 1st grade and beyond.

Tutors provide one‑on‑one, in‑home lessons for families in Manhatten NYC. Because this role involves working directly with our private clients, all tutors must sign a contract agreement that includes a non‑compete clause specific to private tutoring. This ensures that families remain within our program and that tutors do not offer competing services to current or prospective clients outside of the company.

We are looking for warm, reliable educators who are excited to work with young learners long‑term.

Part-time 1099 tutor details:

Minimum 8-10 classes a week

Availability: Monday - Friday from 3:30pm to 7 pm and Saturday or Sunday AM

Summer classes: Optional

This has the potential to grow into Full-Time

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education or Literacy
• Strong background in phonics instruction
• Must be able to commute to client homes
• Commitment to a long‑term school‑year schedule
• Ability to use creative, playful, and engaging teaching methods
• Completion of online Method Training and 16 in‑person training classes

Experience (Required)

• Experience teaching children ages 3 to 6
• Strong phonics foundation (required)
• Prior tutoring or preschool teaching experience is a plus

Skills & Qualities

• Warm, bubbly, patient, and kind
• Highly punctual and reliable
• Organized and strong communicator
• Comfortable working independently with families

If you are passionate about education and possess the skills to inspire and educate students, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding Tutor position.

Pay: $20,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Number of weekly classes you can commit to long term. - All of our students are required to book 2x a week Example: 4 students = 8 classes.
• Describe your experience teaching early phonics. Which phonics programs or methods have you used
• How do you handle behavior challenges during a 1:1 session
• Are you comfortable leading highly interactive, play‑based lessons for young children
• How would you describe your teaching personality
• Are you available Monday–Friday between 3:30 pm–7:00 pm and/Or weekends
• What area are you able to teach in Manhattan? UES, UWS, Downtown/Tribeca

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road