Tutor - Independent Contractor

Tutor – Pinellas Support Team Job Summary The Tutor provides individualized academic support to children receiving services through the Pinellas Support Team. Tutoring takes place in the home, school, or a community setting convenient for the family. The Tutor identifies academic needs, develops targeted learning support, and partners with parents and schools to improve educational outcomes and school readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent tutoring sessions focused on improving reading, writing, math, and school readiness skills. Assess academic performance, establish baseline scores, track progress, and target a 20% improvement in identified skill areas. Encourage school engagement and maintain communication with the child’s school. Model effective learning strategies, homework support, literacy activities, and positive parent-child interactions.

Document services and student progress through regular progress notes and assessments. Participate in literacy initiatives, summer reading programs, monthly quality assurance meetings, and coordination with the Pinellas Support Team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Teacher certification and two years of school-based experience, or two years of direct tutoring experience. Valid Florida driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the organization’s insurance carrier. Must maintain workers’ compensation insurance or qualify for and obtain a state exemption, as applicable.

Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with families, schools, colleagues, and program staff.