Elementary Reading & Math Tutor 4th Grade $24/Hour

Elementary Reading & Math Tutor – 4th Grade – $24/Hour

Company: Tutor Doctor Michigan
Location: Southfield, MI – Southfield Public Library
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time, Independent Contractor
Work Location: In Person
Schedule: Twice Weekly

Job Description

Tutor Doctor Michigan is seeking a patient, creative, and dependable Elementary Reading and Math Tutor to provide individualized, in-person academic support to a fourth-grade student in Southfield, Michigan.

The student is social, enjoys music and art, and would benefit from a tutor who can make learning engaging while building foundational academic skills, confidence, and independence.

The student has ADHD, an Individualized Education Program (IEP), and is currently performing below grade level. We are looking for someone who can adapt instruction to meet the student’s individual learning needs.

Schedule & Location

Location: Southfield Public Library, Southfield, MI

Sessions: Twice per week

Availability Required:

• Monday and Wednesday after 6:00 PM


• OR weekends after 11:00 AM

Applicants must be available for consistent, in-person tutoring sessions.

Tutoring Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction in fourth-grade reading and mathematics.


• Strengthen reading comprehension, phonics, decoding, and foundational literacy skills.


• Reinforce foundational math concepts and problem-solving strategies.


• Adapt instruction to accommodate ADHD and IEP-related learning needs.


• Incorporate interactive activities, hands-on learning, and creative teaching strategies.


• Break complex concepts into manageable steps.


• Use positive reinforcement, structured activities, and short breaks to maintain engagement.


• Build the student’s academic confidence, independence, and focus.


• Communicate student progress and areas requiring additional support.


• Complete required tutoring session reports.

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring or teaching elementary-level reading and mathematics.


• Strong understanding of foundational literacy and math instruction.


• Experience working with students who have ADHD, IEPs, or learning differences is strongly preferred.


• Ability to modify instruction based on individual learning needs.


• Patient, encouraging, reliable, and creative teaching approach.


• Strong communication and organizational skills.


• Ability to establish positive relationships with students and families.


• Commitment to consistent scheduling and student progress.

Preferred Backgrounds:

• Certified teachers or retired educators


• Elementary education majors or graduates


• Special education professionals


• Reading interventionists


• Experienced elementary tutors

Why Work With Tutor Doctor Michigan?

At Tutor Doctor Michigan, we believe that personalized education can make a meaningful difference in a student’s academic success and self-confidence.

As a tutor, you will have the opportunity to provide individualized instruction, develop meaningful student relationships, and help learners overcome academic challenges.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping elementary students succeed and have experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, we encourage you to apply.

Please include the following with your application:

• Your relevant tutoring or teaching experience


• Experience working with ADHD, IEPs, or other learning differences


• Your availability for the listed schedule


• Confirmation that you can travel to Southfield Public Library for in-person sessions

Compensation: $24.00 per hour

Tutor Doctor Michigan is seeking a committed, encouraging tutor who can help this student strengthen essential reading and math skills while developing greater academic confidence.