Saga Education·Chicago, Illinois
Math tutors manage a small caseload of middle school students to provide high-dosage, individualized math instruction. They are responsible for implementing curriculum, tracking student progress, and serving as mentors to support academic and social development.
Saga Education is the nonprofit leader in high-impact tutoring, with an ROI that is among the best nationwide. We leverage the power of human capital and technology to accelerate student outcomes and foster educational excellence for students. Rigorous research shows that high-impact tutoring raises grades and builds student confidence and a sense of belonging. Saga co-designs and collaborates to develop and implement high-quality tutoring models, offering learning technology and resources to enable effective tutoring. We are proud to have helped tens of thousands of students over our first 12 years—now the goal is to partner with states and districts to support the millions of students who struggle with 6th–12th-grade math. Find out how you can be a part of the meaningful change needed to accelerate educational excellence. Visit saga.org/change. Saga Education | Change the Equation Our Tutors Our Math Tutors are selected from a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds across the United States to support our students in mathematics; each tutor brings their unique skill set to assist students’ success. We seek talented, caring, and capable people committed to supporting our students in their academic and social development. What You’ll Do Saga Education’s Math Tutors manage a small caseload of middle school students and promote academic success by focusing intently on providing high-dosage, high-impact tutoring that includes daily individualized instruction to students. During a typical school day, tutors will work in-person with students during multiple class periods and facilitate lessons. Tutors will implement Saga’s proprietary curriculum to foster academic success and help students reach their goals. In addition to offering academic support, our math tutors will serve as advocates and mentors, building strong, meaningful relationships with their students. Some of the key responsibilities for this role include: Provide daily math tutoring to your assigned caseload of students for multiple class periods Develop lesson plans and prep for tutoring sessions using Saga Curriculum Manage the input and analysis of student data to differentiate math instruction for your students and adapt lesson plans as needed Maintain attendance records, monitor student academic progress and provide feedback Navigate varying technology, both hardware and software, and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise Develop student incentives, trackers, and support with celebrations, awards and recognition Proactively check and respond to emails and Slack daily, and regularly consult with your Client Relationship Manager or Director of District Partnerships Participate in observation and feedback sessions with your Client Relationship Manager, Director of District Partnerships or school-based support staff, as well as weekly reflections and professional development for continuous growth Build strong relationships with students to set expectations and manage behavior effectively Build strong relationships with teachers, other staff and the community Engage and assist with other duties as assigned by your Client Relationship Manager and school site Maintain ongoing communication with classroom teachers and attend planning sessions with the school as directed What We’ll Use To Measure Success Mission Alignment - You recognize challenges in education and demonstrate a commitment to continuous growth and improvement Being Resilient - You rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult decisions Nimble Learning - You use both successes and failures to actively learn new lessons Demonstrates Self-Awareness - You use feedback and reflection to gain productive insight Collaborates - You build partnerships and work collaboratively in a team environment Values Differences - You recognize the value of different perspectives and cultures Stakeholder Focus - You value student advocacy and build strong student relationships
You are a U.S. citizen residing within the U.S. 50 states during the background screening, onboarding processes, and while you work as a Tutor with Saga You are age 18 or over with a high school diploma or GED You must clear a Criminal History Check, and all other security and health requirements set forth by Saga Education and the school district in which you serve before the start of training Benefits & Perks Paid Time Off & Sick Leave Paid Pre-Service Training Consistent Professional & Leadership Development Trainings Employee Assistance Program Access, with Mental, Physical, & Financial Wellness Benefits Access to Saga 360 Wellness Program Ability to Participate in 401k Monthly Cell Phone Allowance Company Provided Technology Saga is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA, we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, contact recruitment@saga.org. Thank you for applying to Saga Education. #LI
Candidates must be U.S. citizens residing in the U.S. and be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. Applicants must also pass a criminal history check and meet all security and health requirements.
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.