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CUNY Tutor Corps is seeking applicants with a desire to:

Improve the math and computer science learning of middle and high school students
Inspire younger students to study STEM by developing mentoring relationships
Investigate secondary teaching of math or computer science as a viable career option

Tutors are paid $17/hour. You can click here to read our FAQs.

Assist students with math or computer science with little intervention from the host teacher
Travel to NYC public school where tutoring takes place
Collaborate with host teacher to review lesson plans and students who require assistance
Adhere to policies and procedures of the public school and classroom where assigned
Build rapport and consistency with students
Accurately track time spent with students in order to gauge contribution to their success
Maintain timely communication with host teacher and Tutor Corps Instructional Services Manager regarding schedule, classroom visits, and issues of concern
Follow timekeeping procedures via Vericlock and complete timesheets by the end of each pay period
Attend paid monthly Tutor Corps workshops dedicated to pedagogy, career development, and anti-racism dialogues

Currently an enrolled full-time undergraduate or graduate CUNY student
Interest in working or teaching in NYC public schools
Academically qualified with a 3.0 GPA
Completed or in the process of completing 12 credits in math, computer science, technology or education
Ability to commit to at least 6 hours per week between 8 AM and 3 PM, and travel to and from a NYC public school
Foundational knowledge of algebra or computer science
Ability to follow directions
Willingness to learn and share knowledge with others
Obtain or possess a Social Security Number in order to be fingerprinted by Department of Education
Prior tutoring experience or experience working with children is desired, but not required

Teachers or administrators must fill out a host school application. The deadline for the Host School Application submission is June 2020.

Host schools must be affiliated with at least one of the following organizations:

One of these groups will need to verify the school is in good standing and able to participate through them.

Participating schools must appoint a Site Supervisor to serve as the administrative contact with the program.
Participating schools must provide time, space and supervision for one-on-one / small-group tutoring.
Participating schools must support Host Teachers in taking advantage of tutor support in the classroom.
Participating schools must communicate regularly with Tutor Corps staff regarding site-specific modifications or challenges with our model.