Remote Math Tutor (Federal Work-Study at MIT)
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Overview
Job Description
This is a federal work-study position created in partnership with the PKG Center for Public Service, open to students who have federal work-study eligibility. If you are unsure if you are eligible, please reach out to federalworkstudy@mit.edu.
Employment status: Remote; Part-time
Schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday; 2:15-3:15 PM ET each day
Application period: Open until filled
Term Commitment: January 2026- May 2026
Compensation: $25/hour
Who We AreSaga Education is a national leader in high-impact, in-school tutoring. We leverage the power of human capital and technology to accelerate student outcomes and create more equitable learning for students.
Since our founding in 2014, we have reached more than 30,000 students and counting. With our proven-to-work tutoring model and focus on relationship building, we have been able to reach students who need it most and support families, educators, and districts through our services. Whether that be through our work in providing direct solutions, building cutting-edge products, or advocating for impact, our vision to make education equitable for all students is realized daily.
For more information about Saga Education’s mission, vision, and services, please visit us atwww.saga.org.
Our Tutors
As a Federal Work-Study Math Tutor with Saga Education, you'll earn income while making a real difference. Tutors from diverse backgrounds support students’ academic growth in schools nationwide. You'll gain valuable experience and have a meaningful impact—all while staying focused on your own education.
The Process
- Interested applicants apply and interview with Saga Education.
- Applicants who successfully pass the interview stage are invited to take a short math assessment.
- Selected Tutors become a part of our Federal Work-Study Program, where they will work with Stacy Middle School to support student growth and success.
What You’ll Do
Join a successful virtual math tutoring program for Stacy Middle School students in Milford, MA. Now in its third year, the program has demonstrated significant success in improving students' mathematical understanding and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide virtual, high-impact math tutoring to 6th-grade and 7th-grade students
- Support two students at a time
- Prepare and deliver engaging math lessons using provided curriculum
- Participate in asynchronous high-impact tutoring training led by Saga Education
Commitment
- Ongoing commitment, with the option to extend through to the end of the school year in May
- Students can be onboarded on a rolling basis
- Approximately 3 hours per week:
- 35 minutes of direct tutoring per day
- 25 minutes for lesson preparation per day
- Tutoring sessions held from 2:35 to 3:05 PM EST
Requirements
- Willingness to learn and apply high-impact tutoring techniques
- Willingness to learn how to use Saga Education’s proprietary virtual platform
- Ability to engage and motivate middle school students
- Passion for education and making a positive impact
- CORI/SORI background check (arrangements will be made for out-of-state volunteers)
Qualifications
- No previous high-level math knowledge required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience and adaptability in working with diverse learning needs
- Ability to support two students at a time
- On-camera presence isrequired during tutoring sessions and other activities necessary to fulfill the essential functions of this position
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