Tutor 4th-12th Grade

Are you a retired or current teacher?

Are you looking to make some extra money, but need a flexible schedule?

Are you willing to travel between the South Side and South Suburbs for scheduled sessions?

Do you have a love for helping children learn and families grow?

If so this may be the job for you!

Droppin' J.E.M.S is hiring for in person tutors for the South Side and South Suburban areas! Here's what you need to know.

Job Overview:
We are seeking dedicated and experienced Tutors to join our team. As a Tutor, you will be responsible for providing academic support and guidance to students of various ages and skill levels. Your role will involve creating lesson plans, implementing effective teaching strategies, and fostering a positive learning environment. You will also be responsible for helping parents to learn skillsets that can help them to advocate for their children in school and work with them along side you or any teacher, while working with their child regarding their education. In addition to this, you will required to work at designated tutoring locations with partner schools, organizations and sports groups. We are looking for tutors who can work in group sessions and also one on one. Being able to tutor online when needed is a plus. We want to reiterate that this position requires you to travel!

Duties:
- Assess students' individual learning needs and develop personalized tutoring plans
- Conduct one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions
- Assist students in understanding subject matter and improving their academic performance
- Utilize various teaching methods and resources to enhance learning
- Help students develop effective study skills and time management techniques
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to parents or guardians
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to address student challenges and develop strategies for improvement
- Stay updated on educational trends, curriculum changes, and learning technologies

Experience:
- Experience working with children in an educational setting (preferably within the ages of 8 to 16 years old) Any other age group is a bonus, ask how in the interview.
- Strong classroom management skills (Must be able to clearly manage, teach, diversify lessons for at least 15-20 children at a time if not working one on one.
- Proficient in lesson planning and curriculum development (Must be able to meet child where they are at and bring them up to speed! Creativity is a must!)
- Knowledge of special education principles and practices and social and emotional development practices
- Familiarity with learning technology tools and resources
- Experience in preschool or early childhood education (preferred)
- Previous teaching experience is a plus

Requirements:
- Associates degree in Education or related field (preferred)
- Relevant certifications or licenses (if applicable)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and encourage students
- Flexibility to adapt teaching methods based on individual student needs

Ability to relate to the children and the people in the community is a MUST!

Droppin' J.E.M.S is dedicated to helping as many families as possible within all realms of education. We need serious and dedicated teachers who see the issues in our school systems and family structures and who are not afraid to make a change!

An individual who is willing to grow and learn, stands out in their thinking and the way they teach children is what we are looking for. The more creative you are in making learning fun for our youth, and making a difference in our communities, the more we want you on the team!

As a Tutor, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' academic growth while gaining valuable experience in the field of education. Join our team today and help shape the future of our students!

Will need open availability for in person schedules between the hours of 9am-9pm when needed, and on weekends when needed. Bilingual is an added plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• Tutoring: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

• Chicago, IL (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL