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SalaryAre you passionate about education and want to make a real difference in a child’s life? Here at The Sunshine Method we believe every child has the right to a quality education! We are searching for educators that want to make a difference not only through personalized tutoring but mentorship as well.If you are looking for meaningful and flexible part time work with competitive pay you are in the right place.
The Sunshine Method is actively seeking enthusiastic and experienced tutors to join our team and help close the Educational Achievement Gap. We truly believe that every individual student deserves to have access to a quality education. As a Sunshiner, you'll work one-on-one with our students, creating personalized lesson plans and providing academic support, mentorship, and personal advocacy for students in our underserved communities, such as:
- Foster Care Programs
- Children’s Hospitals
- Refugee Programs
- Students with special needs, learning disabilities, or emotional behavior disorders
- Title I and Low Income Families
Tutor Responsibilities:
- The ability to work autonomously to create personalized instruction and mentorship to young and struggling learners
- Conduct structured and organized lessons in your student’s home, in public locations, or over the internet (remote work only)
- Be an advocate for higher education, post secondary instruction, or career focused training
- Creating a safe and positive learning environment for your students
- Mentoring
Tutor Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or in progress of obtaining one. Prior experience in education or a related field will be considered in lieu of having a higher education degree
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching/tutoring or related experience
- Prior experience mentoring preferred
- Special Education, Bilingual, and other additional certifications a plus (but not required)
- Access to a computer or smart device with a webcam and microphone, and reliable internet access
- Must pass a level 2 background check allowing you to work with minors
- For in person tutoring positions, access to a reliable means of transportation
Tutor Compensation:
- Remote/online positions range from $15-18/hr
- In-person positions start at $22/hr
- Flexible after-school and weekend hours
Tutor Rewards:
- Lesson planning and curriculum building skills
- Networking opportunities
- Growth and development of interpersonal and other soft skills
- Flexible schedule, with after-school and weekend hours, and the autonomy to choose the students your work with.
- Work from home opportunities
- A supplemental income that is both rewarding and fulfilling
- Creating impactful change to the education of students in your local and national communities
Since 2012, The Sunshine Method has impacted the lives of over 25,000 students in 400+ communities, and we're just getting started. Join us in pursuit of Equity in Education and help change the world, one child at a time. Apply now and become part of our mission!
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What is your availability to work (Please list days and times for each)?
- What subjects can you teach and up to what Grade Levels for each?
- Do you have a computer or smart device with a camera, microphone, and reliable internet access (required for interview process and remote work)?
- After reviewing our pay rates in the job posting, will this compensation be adequate for your needs?
- What made you apply for the tutoring position at The Sunshine Method?
- Will you be available to tutor for at least 6 months?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Tutoring: 2 years (Required)
- Mentoring: 1 year (Preferred)
- Special education: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: On the road
