Afterschool Program Tutor

$31.70-$33.00 per hour. 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday 2:00 to 6:00 PM, year-round. Final placement within this range is based on confirmed job-related skills and relevant experience.

When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. You will join a team dedicated to rigorously and holistically preparing students from the 5th grade to their ultimate career success. Our bold mission is to interrupt inequity by supporting every Wave-Maker's journey to a rewarding life dream. As an employee, you will uphold high expectations for academics and behavior within a close-knit, supportive community. You will be instrumental in fostering essential durable skills like critical thinking and self-advocacy, crucial for any field. This is more than a job; it’s a commitment to empowering students to lead fulfilling lives, have rewarding careers and give back to their respective communities to recycle their success. We are looking for leaders and advocates ready to make a lasting impact.

What We're Looking For…
We are looking for an energetic, patient, and creative Afterschool Program Tutor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for middle school students after the school day ends. You will lead educational activities, assist with homework, and facilitate recreational play.
The ideal candidate is a mentor at heart who can maintain a structured environment while fostering a sense of community and curiosity: A true "team player" who prioritizes student outcomes above all else. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of at least 48 college semester units or an Associate's Degree is desired.
• Experience working with children in a group setting, e.g., after-school program leader/tutor, camp counselor, youth sports coach, instructional aide, student teacher.
• Experience building authentic, respectful relationships with a diverse student body; values all cultural backgrounds.

The Making Waves Academy Fit
We are looking for a community member, not just an employee. You must actively support our mission, and be willing to participate in campus life. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and a high degree of patience are non-negotiable. Fluency in Spanish is a distinct advantage for serving our diverse community.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Financial Well-being
We offer competitive, above-market salaries that reflect your vital expertise in educational support, recognizing your commitment to our students. Beyond your base pay, you will have immediate access to a dedicated retirement savings plan, helping you build financial confidence for the future.

Professional Growth 
We commit to your continuous improvement! You will benefit from ongoing training, dedicated collaboration time, and resources specifically designed to enhance your expertise. You’ll be part of a culture that sees professional growth as essential to our mission.