Employment

General Description of Responsibilities:The Math Tutor position is a part-time position that supports in-school math tutoring offered through the EUREKA! Science Museum and School District 51.The incumbents will be responsible for engaging and supporting 3rd-5th or 6th-7th grade students in their D51 math classes with the guidance of their classroom teacher, through small group instruction support. Available math tutoring hours will be during the school day between the hours of 8:30-3:00PM. This position requires a strong leader who is passionate about education, has a desire to work with youth, and who can provide meaningful, fun learning experiences to participants. The purpose of this tutoring program is to close the achievement gap and increase math success and self-efficacy in students. Schools will customize their tutoring model based on their specific math needs and equity challenges. Position requires continual data tracking of student outcomes for grant stipulations.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Support math teachers in local schools through instruction support
• Building connections with students
• Assisting with student accountability
• Communicate with the classroom teacher regarding schedule and student check ins
• Interact with student participants in a positive manner
• Communicate with EUREKA! Supervisor(s) regarding schedule and feedback

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience working with students ages 8-13
• 1 year of classroom experience
• Comfortable with elementary and/or middle school math concepts
• Commitment to equity, growth mindset (for self and students), high expectations
• Successful outcomes on a criminal background check

Desired Qualifications / Experience:

• Prior tutoring experience
• Education related to math or education
• Clear communicator
• Engaging and relatable to students

Additional Information:

Wages are dependent on the applicant's qualifications. Hourly wages start at $20.00/hour. To apply, submit this application. Our hiring team will reach out to you within seven days. If you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to our hiring team at hiring@eurekasciencemuseum.org.
The EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This policy applies to the entire duration of employment or possible employment. EUREKA! is an equal opportunity employer.