In-Person Tutor: Washington, DC

About Us:

Braintrust Tutors is a mission-driven organization committed to accelerating learning for the students who need it most. We partner with districts across the country to deliver high-impact, Science-of-Reading aligned literacy and math interventions that measurably change student trajectories. Our tutors are certified, trained educators who believe in the power of evidence-based instruction and personalized support. When you tutor with Braintrust Tutors, you join a community that values your expertise, equips you with turnkey technology, and surrounds you with coaching, collaboration, and a shared purpose: ensuring every child gets the chance to become a confident, successful learner. Educators choose Braintrust Tutors because their work here is felt immediately, supported consistently, and celebrated always.

About the Role:

As a Math Tutor at Braintrust Tutors, you will work with students to strengthen their mathematical reasoning, number sense, and problem-solving strategies. You will provide engaging, consistent lessons using Braintrust Tutors' curriculum and materials, helping students build foundational math skills and confidence.

As an in-person tutor, our priority will be to match you with those engagements. However, you may be considered for additional online roles if you would like to complete your schedule with us.

Opportunity Details:

• Applications are considered on a rolling basis for current and upcoming Engagements
• Engagements are assigned after successful completion of all onboarding requirements

Employment Type: This is a part-time contractor 1099 role

Our typical schedule and availability requirements vary by engagement, but here are some general guidelines:

• 12-14 weeks
• Opportunities in the Fall (mid-Sept to Dec) and Spring (Jan to Jun) semesters
• School-day hours

In-person Tutor Schedule:

• 3/4 days per week - 30/45 minute sessions, 3-5 sessions/day

Pay Rate: $60/hour, prorated by session

More specifics, depending on location, will be shared during the selection process.

What You Will Do:

• Provide small-group or 1:1 math tutoring to students developing literacy skills
• Implement Braintrust Tutors intervention programs as designed, using all materials with fidelity
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and academic performance
• Collaborate with the Braintrust Tutors Operations team and school staff to support student growth
• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment that promotes focus and confidence
• Follow school-site procedures and policies while maintaining a professional and dependable presence
• Use the provided assessments and progress monitoring tools for understanding to guide instruction
• Manage time effectively during sessions to complete all planned instructional activities

What You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Active expired teaching license or at least 5 years of experience working with K-8 students in an educational environment
• Knowledge of math instruction that builds number sense, procedural fluency, and problem-solving skills, with a scope and sequence ranging from counting to multi-digit arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Comfort collaborating with teachers and staff
• Punctuality, professionalism, and reliability for all scheduled sessions
• Reliable transportation and/or appropriate technology for instruction
• A laptop with Windows or macOS that uses either Chrome/Edge Chrome 115+ (recommended), Firefox 115+ or Safari 16+. iPads are also acceptable with iOS 17 or greater with an external keyboard
• Passion for literacy and closing opportunity gaps

Next Steps!

For in-person engagements, if you comply with our requirements, we will invite you to complete a one-way video interview via Spark Hire . After a successful review, you will be invited to join us for a live 30-minute interview with a recruiter before beginning your onboarding.

Braintrust Tutors has a multi-step onboarding process requiring approximately 4–5 hours to complete. You will create a Braintrust Learning Center account, complete self-paced policy and curriculum modules for your chosen subject areas (Math and/or Reading), set up your platform profile with required documents, submit to a background check and fingerprinting (if applicable to your assigned district), attend live Zoom curriculum practice sessions, submit teaching demonstration recordings, and apply to positions. Once matched, you will complete platform orientation and attend a Launch Call before beginning sessions. All resources are housed in the Braintrust Learning Center.

Braintrust Tutors is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity.