English Language Arts Literacy Tutor

Title: Part-Time K-5th Grade ELA Literacy Tutor (East Palo Alto, CA) - Fall 2026

Location: East Palo Alto, CA

Job Description:

ABOUT STUDY SMART TUTORS:

Study Smart Tutors collaborates with partners to promote educational equity, access, and success by providing a diverse range of tools for students, families, and educators. Our mission is grounded in closing opportunity gaps and empowering communities through high-quality, culturally responsive academic support.

Our vision is a world where every student—regardless of background, zip code, or life circumstance—has the opportunity to succeed academically, thrive personally, and realize their full potential. We envision an educational landscape transformed by equitable access, where historically underserved students are empowered through high-quality academic support, strong community partnerships, and inclusive learning environments.

Study Smart Tutors seeks to be a national leader in educational equity by bridging opportunity gaps and supporting students holistically. We aim to expand the definition of academic success to include resilience, self-confidence, and community engagement. By fostering collaborative relationships with families, educators, and institutions, we strive to create a future where learning is a shared responsibility and success is within reach for all.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Subjects to be taught: ELA Literacy


• Grades: K-5


• Provide tutoring support to small and large groups of students.


• Tutors will have access to information about class assignments


• Adapt to new materials and teaching strategies


• Maintain consistent communication with Study Smart Tutors staff


• Partner with Study Smart Tutor’s Education team to provide comprehensive learning strategies to all students

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MUST hold a completed 4-year degree


• Teaching or tutoring experience is strongly desired


• In-person availability is required


• Bilingual (Spanish) or strong experience working with ELD populations preferred


• Schedule hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm


• Complete and pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting based on location.

 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN PARTNERING WITH STUDY SMART TUTORS:

• Make a positive impact in your students’ lives and the community


• Valuable teaching experience


• Support from experienced staff for professional development and advancement opportunities

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Excellent rate of pay: $40 an hour


• Paid Onboarding/ Training / Preparation / Support: $22.00 an hour


• 401(k)


• No-cost virtual counseling and therapy services


• Employee Referral Program bonus eligibility

 

Study Smart Tutors is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, religion, gender or sexual orientation.