Organization: East Palo Alto Tennis & Tutoring (EPATT)

Position Title: Tutor

Summary:

Do you want to equip youth for college and career readiness?! Then EPATT tutoring wants you! MUST BE IN CALIFORNIA TO APPLY!

EPATT tutors are responsible for the 1:1 tutoring of a Kinder - 12th grade student. This role requires a desire and commitment to instruct students while adhering to EPATT curriculum implementation resulting in measurable impact.

About EPATT: The East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring program (EPATT) is an established non-profit organization that has made a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of students from East Palo Alto since 1988. Using a unique mix of one-on-one academic tutoring, tennis, and enrichment activities. EPATT strives to equip students to be college and career ready.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS -

MUST BE IN CALIFORNIA TO APPLY!

EPATT is seeking energetic, committed, motivated, organized, and creative Tutor Specialists. This role requires comprehension of math, reading and writing at the elementary, middle, or high school level. The ideal candidate is interested in education or the non-profit sector. Experience working with youth from under-resourced communities a plus.

-College degree or in progress strongly preferred
-Some high school seniors accepted, but must show proof of a minimum 3.5GPA
-Authorized to work in the USA
-Creativity and flexibility in order to personalize instruction for individual students
-Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain challenging concepts, provide instructions and deliver feedback
-Openness to feedback and desire to grow professionally
-Strong organization skills and attention to detail
-Strong interpersonal skills
-Excellent work ethic
-A high level of energy and enthusiasm
-Must pass a background check. (fingerprinting must be completed in California)

Location: This is primarily a remote position, but in-person options are available for candidates close to the East Palo Alto community.

Dates: Ongoing! Fall tutoring = September - December 2024; Spring tutoring = January - May 2025

Hours & Schedule: Tutoring schedule depends on age group of the student. Once a tutor is matched, the schedule is constant. Tutors commit to at least 2, 40 minute sessions per week.

Topics: Reading, Math, SAT prep, and/or Science for grades K-12th.

Compensation: The EPATT Tutor is an academic year position and does not include benefits. This position is contracted quarterly (fall, winter, spring, summer). There are also volunteer (unpaid) opportunities.

Stipend of $400.00 awarded at the end of the quarter only if all duties are met. Potential for $200 bonus if you implement the curriculum with fidelity and effectively. Most tutors receive $600 at the end of 2.5 months of tutoring.
-Expected hours: 3-4 hours per week (tutoring time + professional development/training)
-May use hours towards Federal Work Study
-This is a part-time position
-MUST be located or get fingerprinted IN CALIFORNIA to apply

To apply, please complete the following items:
1. Complete the application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScT9bZzjMMmwPP36VQ8qrwoi7MzAZbVpp9B1JQL751AmJwOVA/viewform
2. Submit your "interview" - be prepared to record yourself: https://www.videoask.com/fk63qws4b

EPATT is an equal opportunity employer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-Ability to see, hear, and speak
-Ability to type, write, and read