Tutor: Middlesex County Stem Charter School

Job Description

Job Description

School Year Tutor: Middlesex County Stem Charter School

Reports To: On-site Leader

Location is Eligible for Tutor Apprenticeship Program

SITE INFORMATION

• Location:

  • 351 Mechanic Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

• Embedded School Day

• Tutoring schedule: 5 days a week, hours 9am-3pm

• Up to 26 hours per week; work hours are subject to change based on the partnership's needs.

• Program end date: May 29, 2026

BASIC FUNCTION

The New Jersey Tutoring Corps Inc. provides high-impact tutoring for K through Grade 8 students in math and literacy to close learning gaps. The New Jersey Tutoring Corps seeks to hire tutors to work with scholars in partnership with local education agencies (LEAs). Tutors will work with small groups of scholars, typically in groups of 1-4, in grades 3-8, in building skills in math and literacy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Complete all on-the-job competencies as outlined in the On-the-Job Training Checklist, including but not limited to the following tasks:

• Engage and communicate instructions with scholars in grades 3-8 to build on existing mathematics and/or literacy skills;

• Complete daily records, including attendance (digitally) on scholar progress and site needs using the tools provided;

• Tutors must be able to sit with scholars for 4-6 hours a day;

• Prepare lessons digitally, use the data to drive instruction, and maintain respect for the confidentiality of all program data;

• Have proficient technology skills;

• Communicate regularly with your site coordinator to provide optimum learning experiences for scholars;

• Participate in coaching from an instructional coach and demonstrate the ability to receive and act upon feedback;

• Possess the desire to continuously grow and learn;

• Use an asset-based approach in working with scholars, “glass half full”;

• Be responsive and work collaboratively with a team-oriented mindset; this includes, but is not limited to, collaborating with classroom teachers and building administration;

• Complete all training;

• Arrive to work on time,

• Complete other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Individuals must have at least 60 college credits,

• tutoring experience or obtain a substitute certificate is optional, but a plus.

• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for Math & ELA; optional, but a plus.

• Maintain integrity, resilience, trustworthiness, and patience with scholars and teammates;

• Espouse the belief that all scholars deserve the highest-quality education;

• Professionalism—We do critical work to help grow scholars skills and confidence, and we do it with the highest degree of professionalism;

• Professional skills include attention to detail, timely and proactive communication, and job preparedness;

• MUST have a Gmail email address or be willing to create a Gmail account; and experience with Google Suite applications: Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms;

• Employees are encouraged to use their private computer device(s) to perform work-related assignments. If necessary, employees can ask for a company loaner;

• Genuine desire to work with young children in a small group tutoring/academic intervention capacity, building on foundational skills and closing learning gaps using formative and summative data and strong teaching pedagogy;

• New Jersey or Pennsylvania Fingerprint Certificate and Background Clearance- The final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment authorization verification;

• Must adhere to local health department and school district requirements for the site at which you are working, including any mask rules that must be followed, if applicable.

• Reliable transportation to travel to sites;

• Bilingual (optional, but a plus).

EMPLOYER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must adhere to local health department and school district requirements for the site at which you are working, including any mask rules that must be followed if applicable.

• Some knowledge of instructional frameworks such as Danielson, Marzano or Strong.

• Undergo a background check for I9 status to work in the United States.

Optional: Apprenticeship Program: The Tutoring Corps is proud to offer employees the opportunity to participate in our Tutor Apprentice Program. As an apprentice, you’ll play a vital role in supporting scholars through high-impact tutoring while simultaneously advancing your education and career goals. This unique program allows you to earn a higher wage upon completion and close education gaps towards earning a teaching certificate all while gaining instructional experience that strengthens your professional skills.

APPLICATION

• Please submit your resume via the online platform you are using to apply.

• Upon accepting an offer with NJTC, you are required to have an active NJ or PA (depending on work site) Criminal Background Fingerprint Certificate AND list NJ|PATC as an active vendor/employer.

  • As part of onboarding, you will be asked to upload your teaching certification and one professional letter of reference, and other supporting documents to the self-service portal.

  • If you do not have a certificate, and you are applying to work at a NJ site, you may use this link to apply for one:

  • Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.

• The final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful uploading of required documents and completion of background and reference checks.

JOB DISCLAIMER

Please note, our tutoring schedule is based on the school calendar for the partners we serve. These calendars include predictable break periods during which OnSite staff may not be required to work. The predictable vacation periods include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Winter break (mid-December to mid-January)

• Spring break (mid-March to mid-April)

• Summer break (mid-May to mid-September)

• Detailed dates to follow

Employees have reasonable assurance of returning to work after a predictable vacation period unless otherwise informed.

COMPANY: New Jersey Tutoring Corps Inc.

DEPARTMENT: Field Staff – Tutors

COMPENSATION: $30- 40/hrs. Vary; Semi-monthly; Paid Training

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

New Jersey Tutoring Corps, Inc. makes reasonable accommodations wherever necessary for all employees or applicants, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that the accommodations do not require significant difficulty or expense.