Position Summary
Every student deserves someone who believes in their potential. As a High School Tutor, you'll provide the academic support, encouragement, and individualized instruction that helps students build confidence, master challenging concepts, and achieve success in Math, Science, or English Language Arts. Whether you're a current classroom teacher looking to extend your impact beyond the school day or a retired educator who still enjoys helping students succeed, this is an opportunity to continue doing what you do best in a supportive after school environment. Working on an LAUSD high school campus, you'll provide targeted academic support in small groups, helping students strengthen their understanding, complete coursework, and build the confidence they need to reach their goals. This is a grant funded, seasonal position supporting high school students during the academic year.
How You'll Make an Impact
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Provide engaging, subject specific tutoring in Math, Science, or English Language Arts that helps students strengthen academic skills and achieve greater success in the classroom.
- Create a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, overcome challenges, and build confidence.
- Inspire students to stay motivated, develop positive study habits, and reach their academic goals through individualized instruction and encouragement.
- Collaborate with YMCA Team Members to identify student needs, monitor progress, and celebrate academic growth.
- Foster meaningful relationships with students while creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment that reflects the YMCA's commitment to youth development.
Schedule
This is a part-time, seasonal position that follows the school calendar and is offered during the academic year on school days only. Tutors typically work 1 to 2 days per week, providing approximately 4 hours of after school tutoring each week on an LAUSD high school campus. Additional opportunities may be available to participate in staff meetings, trainings, or student engagement activities throughout the school year.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for credentialed educators who believe every student can succeed with the right support and encouragement. The ideal candidate enjoys building meaningful relationships with high school students, creates engaging learning experiences, and is passionate about helping young people strengthen their academic skills and confidence. Whether you're currently teaching, recently retired, or looking for a meaningful way to continue serving students, you'll find purpose in helping youth achieve their full potential.
Minimum Qualifications
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Twenty one (21) years of age or older.
- Valid California Teaching Credential.
- Current, former, or retired high school teachers are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Experience working with teens in an educational, classroom, or tutoring environment.
- Subject matter expertise in high school Math, Science, or English Language Arts.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to create a welcoming, supportive, and academically focused environment.
- Current EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications as a condition of employment.
- Completion of required health screenings and background clearances prior to working with participants.
Why You'll Love Working at the Y
Whether you're starting your career, building new skills, or looking for meaningful work that fits your schedule, the Y is a place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Stay Active. Stay Healthy.
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Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
- Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
- Paid Well Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
Grow Personally & Professionally
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Build your résumé through paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
- Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
- Expand your professional network through the YMCA Professional Network (YPN).
- Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation's largest YMCA associations.
- 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
- Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
Enjoy Exclusive Team Member Perks
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Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
- Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
- Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your family, including ballet, martial arts, and more.
Save Every Day
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Enjoy exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
- Access exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.
About the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Every day, our Team Members help strengthen communities by creating spaces where children, teens, adults, and families experience belonging, discover their potential, and build meaningful connections. If you're passionate about helping students achieve academic success while making a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
