Academic Tutor

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About Us:

Volunteers of America (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 in the Los Angeles area, including Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low‑income housing, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more.

Pay Rate: $17.78 – $18.72 per hour.

Benefits: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

The Academic Tutor supervises tutoring sessions to help program participants master academic course material in specific subjects such as Math, English, Science, etc. as directed by the Lead Tutor. The role includes providing individual and small‑group tutoring after school through homework help and class material review, developing enrichment activities to enhance academic and social development, and leading workshops on college preparatory topics.

• Lead academic tutoring sessions to help participants develop skills 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 creating learning activities and supporting department objectives.
• Complete tutorial log daily and submit monthly reports.
• Monitor use of tutoring resources (laptops, calculators, books, etc.) during sessions.
• Set up materials and prepare classroom for daily activities.
• Maintain written logs of students’ progress and observations.
• Communicate with Lead Tutor, Project Advisor, and Director regarding participant status.
• Mentor students about college experience and career planning.
• Present and lead workshops on college/career financial literacy and leadership development as needed.
• Supervise students during field trips when required.
• 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 creating learning activities and supporting department objectives.
• Complete daily tutorial log and submit monthly reports.
• Maintain written logs of students’ progress.
• Prepare classroom materials for daily activities.
• Perform other duties as required; subject to change at any time.

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

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

• At least 1 year of tutoring or related experience.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity
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 federal law and will provide the necessary documentation to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. If E‑Verify cannot confirm your status, the employer will provide written instructions and an opportunity to contact the relevant authorities to resolve the issue before taking any action.