Elementary Math Tutor Jobs in Dallas, TX (NOW HIRING)

Mission Statement:
Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.     

Primary Purpose:

Tutors in our secondary school program and support scholars in reaching their full potential. Tutors will work with scholars in 6th grade providing individualized and small group instruction in math, reading and blended learning. Tutors help scholars become independent learners of reading and mathematics by assisting with the development of their critical thinking skills and elevating their confidence and ability to solve math problems on their own.
*Positions that are a Charter School Growth Fund grant are not guaranteed to be available beyond Spring 2027.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Individualized and/or Small Group Instruction: Develop and deliver engaging and effective lesson plans tailored to address each student's specific needs and learning styles in math and reading.
• Skill Development: Utilize a variety of instructional methods to improve students' foundational skills in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
• Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Conduct regular assessments to track student progress and adjust tutoring plans accordingly.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with teachers, PYP deans, and Curriculum and Instructional Specialists to ensure a cohesive learning experience for each student.
• Positive Learning Environment: Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment that motivates students and builds their confidence.

Qualifications:
Education, Experience, and/or Certification(s)

• Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Bachelor's Degree preferred; may substitute equivalent work experience for degree preference.
• Experience Requirements: Previous work with children preferred but not required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Bilingual Skills: Spanish speaking, a plus.
• Technology: Basic use of Microsoft Suite, i.e., Teams, Word, PPT

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook). Ability to use basic office equipment. The ability to learn and use other software, as necessary.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours will be necessary.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is low to high and may have frequent interruptions. There may be activity from other employees and students of a distracting nature.
Starting pay: $19.80/hr
Hours: 8am-4pm
Application Procedure:
Apply online
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.