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ELA Tutor - High School

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Salary: $29 – $32 per hour

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Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

The Job:
SmartStart Education seeks a small group ELA tutor to work with small groups of high school students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Each small group consists of 1-4 students. Each group consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental ELA skills. Students are from all grade levels, including 9th - 12th grade.

The tutor will work with each group several times throughout the week at a high school in Dayton, OH, 45416. Groups will take place within the classroom (push-in services) or outside of the classroom (pull-out services). Tutors should be flexible and comfortable with both settings. Each tutor will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

Job Details:
The tutoring position begins promptly on November 3rd, 2026 and ends on April 1, 2027. The schedule will be 9:15 AM through 4:15 PM. Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.

Salary Range: $29.11 - $32.34 per hour.

Qualifications:
If you believe that this position aligns with your qualifications and showcases your exceptional skills, we kindly request your confirmation regarding your ability to meet the following minimum requirements:
  • Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
  • Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
  • Mastery of high school ELA concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
  • Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
  • Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
  • Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
  • Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
  • Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.
If you are confident in meeting these minimal qualifications, we encourage you to proceed with your application.

SmartStart Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Compensation details: 29.11-32.34 Hourly Wage





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Title
ELA Tutor - High School
Employer
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Location
Dayton, Ohio, United States
Published
Oct 2, 2026
Closes:
Dec 1, 2026
Job type
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Field
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Salary

Salary: $29 – $32 per hour

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