Online Elementary Math Tutor Jobs in San Rafael, CA

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Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Chinese Tutor is responsible for leading
focused academic tutoring sessions and enrichment activities for youth in YMCA After School
Programs. With the goal of fostering Chinese language acquisition and confidence, the Chinese Tutor will develop and implement lesson plans tailored to support and supplement school-wide efforts in language acquisition.
The Chinese Tutor is responsible for creating and leading Chinese-focused sessions weekly for elementary school-aged youth (K-5th), as directed by the Site Coordinator and program
team. Sessions must be engaging, align with YMCA curriculum guidelines, and incorporate
Youth Development Principles to support students' academic growth and personal
development.
After School Program Dates
• San Francisco Sites: August 11, 2025 - June 3, 2026
• Marin Sites: August 18, 2025 - June 13, 2026
Job Responsibilities
1. Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans for elementary school
students (K-5th) to strengthen language skills and confidence.
2. Provide individualized and group tutoring support to meet diverse learning needs
and promote academic growth.
3. Design and facilitate math-focused enrichment activities that encourage critical
thinking, problem-solving, and a positive attitude toward learning.
4. Create an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters participation and self-confidence in mathematics.
5. Incorporate Youth Development Principles into activities to support students' social,
emotional, and academic development.
6. Follow YMCA policies and safety guidelines during all tutoring sessions and
activities.
7. Maintain an organized and clean learning space to ensure a productive
environment.
8. Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development
opportunities to improve teaching practices.
9. Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support program goals.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The Math Tutor will work in an active after-school program environment, which may include
classroom, outdoor, and recreational spaces.
Disclaimers
• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
Salary Description
The Chinese Tutor position offers a compensation range of $20.00 - $40.00 per hour. This rate is based on salary benchmarking for similar roles and is aligned with grant fund approvals and requirements for the position.
Qualifications
• 18 years or older.
• Meets school district Instructional Aide requirements of:
• High school diploma or equivalent AND passed District Instructional Aide
Exam; OR
• High school diploma or equivalent AND passed California Basic Education
Skills Test (CBEST); OR
• High school diploma or equivalent AND 48 college units (transcript verification
required); OR
• Associate's degree or higher
• Demonstrated proficiency in mathematics, including but not limited to foundational
arithmetic, algebra, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be available Monday-Friday, between 1:00-6:00 pm for scheduled enrichments.
• Able to supervise and guide youth.
• TB Test clearance within the last 2 years.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience tutoring or teaching Chinese to elementary-aged children.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages.