About Homework Central
Homework Central is a community-based educational nonprofit that provides after-school tutoring and family support to students in the San Mateo-Foster City School District. Five days a week, our staff and volunteers help elementary students strengthen their academic skills through homework support, small-group tutoring, and enrichment activities.
For more than two decades, Homework Central has helped students build confidence, achieve academic success, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Position Overview
Reports to: Site Coordinator
The Site Assistant supports the daily operation of an after-school tutoring program by providing homework assistance, literacy support, and supervision for elementary students in grades 3–5. Working under the direction of the Site Coordinator, the Site Assistant helps create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where students can build confidence, complete homework, and strengthen academic skills.
This position is ideal for individuals interested in education, youth development, or community service and offers valuable experience working directly with elementary-age students.
Employment Type & Compensation
Part-Time, Non-Exempt
$18.60 to $19.00 per hour, based on experience, skills, and weekly availability.
Benefits include:
Time Commitment
August 11, 2026 – June 10, 2027, following the San Mateo-Foster City School District school calendar (please review the Note below for additional calendar details, the program exception at Baywood Elementary School, and information on required HWC training)
General HWC program hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 1:00–6:00 p.m.
Site Assistants are required to commit to a minimum of four days per week for the duration of the school year, with a five-day-per-week commitment preferred. Exact HWC program hours, schedules and weekly hours vary by school site based on program enrollment and staffing needs.
Note: The working days of this position are generally aligned to the San Mateo-Foster City School District’s (SMFCSD’s) 2026-27 calendar (including any official updates or amendments made by the District), which can be found at: https://www.smfcsd.net/our-district/calendar. Please note the following program exception: HWC’s 2026-27 program at Baywood Elementary School runs four days per week (Monday through Thursday), from August 31, 2026 through May 27, 2027, with reduced hours. If assigned to a Baywood site, your schedule will reflect these dates, days, and hours. Across all school sites, including Baywood, the Site Assistant position does not include scheduled work during 2026-27 SMFCSD school holidays, school breaks, or summer recess. In addition, you will also be required to attend a mandatory, paid HWC training (or trainings) before and/or during the 2026-27 SMFCSD school year.
Essential ResponsibilitiesStudent Support
- Provide homework assistance and academic support in literacy and math for students in grades 3rd through 5th.
- Encourage student participation and foster a positive, supportive learning environment.
- Assist students with Chromebooks and other technology used during the program.
- Provide consistent supervision of students during tutoring, enrichment activities, recess breaks and meals, transitions, and dismissal.
Classroom & Program Support
- Assist with snack distribution and cleaning up.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
- Support classroom setup, cleanup, enrichment activities and other daily program activities.
Team Participation
- Work collaboratively with the Site Coordinator, staff, and volunteers to support successful program operations.
- Attend required staff meetings and professional development sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the after-school program.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to commit to a minimum of four days per week for the duration of the school year.
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for working with elementary-age students.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, volunteers, and staff.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
- Negative TB clearance.
- Ability to attend required training (or trainings) before and/or during the 2026-27 SMFCSD school year.
- You will be required to abide by Homework Central rules and regulations by acknowledging in writing that you have reviewed HWC’s Employee Handbook.
- You will also be required to review and abide by Homework Central’s Site Manual through written acknowledgment.
Preferred Qualifications
- College students, recent high school graduates, or individuals interested in education, youth development, or community service are encouraged to apply.
- Experience working with elementary-age children in a classroom, after-school, camp, or youth program setting.
- The ability to commit to working 5 days per week throughout the school year is preferred.
- Spanish language skills are preferred.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to move around for extended periods throughout the program day.
- Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and assist with classroom setup and cleanup.
- Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
- Regular exposure to moderate to loud noise levels typical of an active elementary school and after-school environment.
- May have occasional exposure to communicable illnesses commonly found in school settings.
Homework Central is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Work Location: In person at one or multiple school sites in San Mateo:
- Baywood Elementary, 600 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA
- Fiesta Gardens International School, 715A Indian Ave, San Mateo, CA
- San Mateo Park Elementary, 161 Clark Dr., San Mateo, CA
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $18.60 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
