Academic Tutor

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE: ACADEMIC TUTOR

POSITION: CASUAL (6-8 HOURS PER WEEK)

COMPENSATION: $23.50/HR 

LOCATION: In-person. Middle School in San Francisco: Francisco Middle School

ABOUT JCYC

Established in 1970, JCYC was founded by students who stood in solidarity with other communities to fight for the creation of ethnic studies. Today, JCYC annually serves over 7,000 young people from all backgrounds and provides a continuum of care from preschool through college. The organization strives to offer young people a comprehensive array of services to ensure that they have the resources and support necessary to grow into healthy, productive adults.

JCYC VALUES

Community: We foster a collective desire and passion to support the healthy development of children and youth.

Cooperation: We build strong partnerships to ensure we have the greatest impact on children and youth possible. 

Compassion: We see in a child that which they cannot see in themselves.

Diversity: We respect and embrace differences that make all members of our society unique. 

Integrity: We conduct ourselves in a manner that is worthy of trust and confidence placed in us by the communities we serve. 

Vision: Like a child, we look ahead with imagination and without limits. 

ABOUT JCYC COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAMS

The JCYC College Access Program supports income-eligible school youth, ages 11 and older, who may be the first in their family to attend college. As a Tutor, you will gain valuable communication skills, contribute to your community, and have fun! We also offer training to support your professional development. For more information about our programs, visit 

POSITION SUMMARY

Want to get paid and make a difference by tutoring middle school students in San Francisco? Apply to tutor for JCYC! We are seeking part-time Tutors to work 6-8 hours a week, assisting middle school students with their homework during the 2026-2027 school year. Earn $23.50 an hour, build valuable leadership and communication skills, meet interesting people, contribute to your community, and have fun as a Tutor. We offer training, so you don't need to know all subjects before you start. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Tutor middle school students at a school site in small and/or large groups with an estimated ratio of 5 to 10 students per 1 Tutor; 

• Assist the Middle School Educational Advisor in managing a small caseload of students by tracking their academic progress throughout the school year;

• Assist the Middle School Educational Advisor with paperwork and event planning activities, such as local/long-distance college campus field trips during the school day.

• Assist the Middle School Educational Advisor with workshops, educational activities/programming, and academic assistance.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

• Education: Current High School student (11th /12th grade) OR currently enrolled to obtain an AA degree or Bachelor's degree. Minors must receive a work permit signed by their school. 

• Must be authorized to work in the United States. 

• Available to work 2-4 days a week, Monday to Thursday, from 2:00- 5:30PM (flexible and based on hiring site). Must also be available for quarterly Friday evening paid workshops/training.

• Must be willing to provide TB Testing results and a Background Check upon hire. Any out-of-pocket expenses incurred during the requested onboarding will be covered/reimbursed.

• Demonstrate constructive communication skills (oral & written).

• Effectively exercise compassion and positive behavior management skills.

• Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork skills; Highly reliable.

• Some experience working with youth similar to the program's target population (e.g., low-income, first-generation college-bound, ethnically diverse). 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation for this position is $23.50/HR, based on experience. JCYC offers:

• Sick pay. No benefits and vacation accrual.

• 30 minute lunch break if working more than 5 hours in a day.

HOW TO APPLY

Please compose a cover letter describing your commitment to JCYC mission and how your experience fits the qualifications for this position. To apply, please attach your cover letter and resume to your ADP application. No phone calls or visits please!

JCYC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We value the unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives that applicants will bring to this position and encourage. We look at each applicant’s full experience, consider each applicant and encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.