Volunteer Math Tutor Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Overview
This tutoring position pays $20/hour, 7 hours per week on Fridays only, 8:30am-3:30pm. The primary focus of this role is to support K-5 students who process at a slower pace to access grade level content standards through scaffolded supports for math and reading tasks.
Nolan Elementary School is a high achieving PK-5 community school with robust related arts enrichment programming located on Signal Mountain, TN. In December of 2025, Nolan was named the 9th highest performing public elementary school out of 1542 schools in the state of Tennessee by USNEWS. Nolan was recognized as a 2025 & 2024 ASCA School of Excellence, 2023 National Blue Ribbon School for exemplary achievement, a 2022-2024 National PTA School of Excellence, and was awarded the 2025, 2024, 2023, & 2022 TN Governor's Civil Seal. Nolan has been designated as a state of Tennessee Reward School numerous times.
Nolan offers extensive special education programming, advanced studies to challenge high achievers, and additional support throughout the school day including reading and math tutors and interventionists to ensure students have every opportunity to experience success.
Nolan has an active volunteer base through its thriving PTA and is in a community that rallies resources for students and staff through the Mountain Education Foundation (MEF). Related arts classes: visual arts, physical education, music, STEM VW eLab, Spanish, technology, library and guidance are well funded through a partnership with the MEF.
Additionally, MEF and PTA encourage and support teachers by providing additional funding for educational resources, and volunteers actively give their time and talents to the school house. Nolan's rich traditions include a daily Nolan Character Pledge and the Nolan Song. We hold character education in high regard and have two counselors, a social worker, and student success coach to focus on the hearts, emotional well-being, and character development of our students. Nolan offers before and after school clubs sponsored by staff for an additional stipend such as academic quiz bowl, math club, science olympiad, visual art, creative writing, Nolan newspaper, Sports trading card club, handbells, drama, chorus, cross country, & Greenspaces go-kart. Student leaders serve as Kindness Ambassadors, Student Council Representatives, Safety Patrol, and Recycling Captains.
We are looking for enthusiastic applicants who are eager to join a team where a creative, collaborative, and caring environment will enable all children to become successful, independent, and lifelong learners, as well as a supportive work environment where colleagues are friendly, helpful, and enjoy coming to work each day. We have a Nolan induction specialist and mentors for new-to-Nolan staff. At Nolan, we value shared leadership; therefore, every staff member is seen as a leader.
Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.
Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.
To provide small group and/or individual instruction in academic content areas. To provide assistance as needed in non-academic areas such as graduation rate, behavior and attendance.
Responsibilities

• Provides supplemental instruction and support to selected students.
• Attends training in the appropriate model(s) implemented in the school.
• Keeps accurate records of student work and academic support provided.
• Provides classroom teacher(s) and/or administration with regular progress reports on students.
• Follows established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe.
• Works collaboratively with administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Complies with accounting and financial policies and procedures involving the handling of money and property, as well as other Board policies.
• Uses computers and other technology to enter and access information related to essential job functions.
• May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities for content area(s) to be addressed.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students and staff.