In Person Elementary Tutor - Nashville Area

We are seeking passionate and dependable individuals to provide in-person academic support to elementary students in schools throughout the Nashville area. Tutors will work directly with students to help strengthen foundational reading skills while building confidence, engagement, and a positive learning experience. 

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and want to make a meaningful impact in their local community. Prior teaching experience is helpful but not required. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds including tutors, substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, college students, aspiring educators, retired educators, youth program leaders, coaches, and professionals seeking meaningful part-time work. 

As an In-Person Elementary Tutor, you will work with students during the school day in a structured educational environment. You will provide academic support, encourage student participation, and help create a positive and engaging atmosphere that supports learning and growth. 

Tutors will serve as mentors and academic partners, helping students build skills and confidence through consistent support and relationship-building. 

Provide academic support to elementary students in small groups (3:1 ratio) in a school setting  

• →Deliver tutoring and learning support using a structured, easy-to-follow curriculum provided by the program.  
• →Encourage student participation and maintain a positive learning environment  
• →Build strong, supportive relationships with students  
• →Track attendance and complete required documentation as needed  
• →Communicate professionally with school staff and program leadership  
• →Maintain reliability and consistency with assigned schedules  
• →Follow all school and program procedures and expectations  

• Bachelor’s degree or degree in progress is preferred 
• Experience working with children, students, or youth preferred  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills  
• Dependable, professional, and able to maintain a consistent schedule  
• Comfortable working in school environments  
• Ability to engage and motivate students  
• Must be able to meet all school-based onboarding requirements, including background screening requirements if applicable  

• Experience in any of the following is helpful but not required: 
  • Tutoring  
  • Teaching  
  • Mentoring  
  • Childcare  
  • Summer camps  
  • Coaching  
  • Youth organizations  
  • After-school programs  
  • Classroom support  
  • Volunteer work with children  

• School-day schedule; mornings and/or afternoons depending on location 
• Opportunities available multiple days each week  
• Consistent scheduling based on school calendars  
• Multiple school locations throughout the Nashville area