Academic Tutor

Academic Tutor As Needed

Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) is a non‑profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low‑income housing programs, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

• Pay Rate: $17.78 – $18.72 per hour
• Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

The Academic Tutor supervises academic tutoring sessions to help program participants develop the skills required to master academic course material in specific subjects such as math, English, science, etc., as directed by the Lead Tutor. The role involves providing individual and small‑group tutoring after‑school, offering homework help and/or class material review, and developing and implementing enrichment activities that enhance participants’ academic and social development.

Other responsibilities may include creating engagement activities and leading math and/or college preparatory workshops.

• Lead academic tutoring sessions to help participants develop the skills required to master academic material.
• Coordinate daily homework assistance and tutoring program for students.
• Develop lesson plans and tutor in accordance with California Content Standards.
• Assist in the creation of learning activities and other department objectives.
• Complete tutorial log daily and monthly reports.
• Monitor the use of tutoring resources (laptops, calculators, books, etc.) during tutoring sessions.
• Set up materials and prepare the classroom for the day’s activities.
• Keep written logs of students’ observations and progress.
• Communicate with Lead Tutor, Project Advisor, and Director concerning the participants.
• Mentor students about the college experience.
• Present and lead workshops on topics around college/careers/financial literacy/leadership development as needed.
• Monitor and supervise students during field trips when needed.
• Perform other duties as required; subject to change at any time.

• Coordinate daily homework assistance and tutoring program for students.
• Develop lesson plans and tutor in accordance with California Content Standards.
• Assist in the creation of learning activities and other department objectives.
• Complete tutorial log daily and monthly reports.
• Keep written logs of students’ observations and progress.
• Prepare the classroom for the day’s activities by setting up materials.
• Perform other duties as required; subject to change at any time.

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications.

• Current college freshman or higher with a mastery of target subject.
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA in area of competency in high school.

• One year of tutoring or related experience.

• Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the students.

Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This employer participates in E‑Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

If E‑Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employment type: Full‑time

Seniority level: Entry level

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Non‑profit Organizations