About the Role
The High School Division at Grace Church School seeks part-time Math & Science Center consultants to provide tutoring and support to students. Consultants emphasize encouraging student initiative and may also have substitute-teaching opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Tutor students in math and/or science, primarily one-on-one and occasionally in small groups.
- Work approximately 3–12 hours per week.
- Apply creative and flexible approaches in response to students’ diverse learning needs.
- Complete online summary reports regarding student progress following tutoring sessions.
- Respond quickly to communications from the Math & Science Center Director.
- Collaborate with fellow Math & Science Center consultants.
- Communicate effectively with Math and Science teachers, Class Deans, and Learning Specialists when appropriate.
- Attend orientation meetings and participate in an in-house certification process.
Requirements
- Tutoring or teaching experience is strongly preferred, especially experience working with high school students.
- Working knowledge of one or more of these subjects: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II / Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, Multivariable Calculus, Statistics / Data Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.
- Experience with multiple subject areas is strongly preferred.
- A high degree of emotional intelligence, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to antiracism and accessibility of student education for diverse learners.
- Openness to feedback and excellent communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills and ability to manage online information.
- Reliable commitment to a regular schedule on a semester basis.
Skills
- Exceptional listening
- Clear communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Antiracist ideals in practice
- Flexibility
- Openness to feedback
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to manage online information
- Proficiency in Spanish, French, Mandarin, and/or Latin is a plus
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Part-time
- In-person
Experience Level
- Experience working with high school students preferred
Education Level
- College degree
Salary/Compensations
- $30/hour for consultants who have not yet earned a college degree
- $40/hour for consultants with a college degree
- $60 for each 60-minute substitute class
- $120 for each 80-minute substitute class
About the Company
- Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent Episcopal school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City.
- Welcomes children of all faiths and of none.
- Believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity.
- Promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy.
- Nurtures a culture of dignity and belonging.
- Fosters intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue.
- Grounded in tradition, open to innovation, and utilizes research on learning and teaching.
Equal Opportunity
- Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Believes that equity and inclusion are essential to sound learning.
- Commitment to antiracism, equity, and belonging calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging.
- Encourages applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and beliefs.
