Job Description

Job Description

Headway Workforce Solutions is seeking dedicated part-time Pre-Algebra Tutors and Test Administrators to support eighth-grade students in the Chicago Public School district through small-group tutoring sessions and skill assessments. This tutoring program is part of an education research project funded by the National Science Foundation to improve the foundational algebra skills of children who struggle with mathematics.

This position involves delivering research-based pre-algebra tutoring lessons three times per week and later conducting assessments to evaluate students’ skills. Sessions will take place during daytime school hours from January to March 2025.

Key Details:

• Start Date: Training begins the week of January 6, 2025 (virtual or in-person). Tutoring begins January 13, 2025.

• Commitment: 10–15 hours per week. Hours will be consistent during tutoring but may vary during the assessment period. Qualified candidates must be available to commit for the entire length of the testing and tutoring windows (January through March).

• Location: Schools within the Chicago Public School district (applicants will be traveling to Humboldt Park area).

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging small-group pre-algebra tutoring sessions.

• Conduct skill assessments for 8th-grade students.

• Maintain clear communication with team leaders and colleagues.

• Ensure compliance with school district procedures, especially regarding the privacy of students and families.

• Submit completed assessments and timesheets promptly.

• Attend mandatory paid training sessions (week of January 6, 2025).

• Follow district health and safety requirements, including background checks, fingerprinting, and COVID-19 protocols.

Requirements:

• Availability from January through March 2025, during school hours (7:30 AM–3:30 PM).

• Reliable personal transportation and willingness to travel reasonable distances to reach assigned school(s)

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with students and team members.

• Ability to work independently and within a team setting.

· Expectation to pass all required background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, child development, or a related field.

• Experience working with children aged 10–14 from diverse backgrounds.

• Familiarity with tutoring or teaching upper elementary or middle school students.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay starting at $40/hour (based on qualifications).

• Mileage reimbursement at $0.67/mile for inter-school travel.

• Paid training (attendance mandatory).

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' learning while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About Headway - Headway Workforce Solutions is a leading B2B (Business to Business) provider of workforce solutions with an array of contract-based integrated services and national staffing solutions. Passionate about our work and dedicated to our clients, we are committed to exceeding expectations in the human capital service sector. To learn more about us visit: www.headwaywfs.com

Headway Workforce Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetics, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Headway Workforce Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, tuition assistance, education, social recreation programs, and benefits.

By applying to this position, you hereby acknowledge and consent to being contacted via phone and text by our recruiters, should your application be selected for further consideration.

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Company Description

Headway Workforce Solutions is a leading B2B (Business to Business) provider of workforce solutions with an array of contract-based integrated services and national staffing solutions.

Our managed services approach provides substantial operating performance improvements and cost savings over traditional staffing for industries with complex, recurring, multi-location human capital needs.

Over the past five years Headway has provided services to over 500 discrete companies, primarily in the retail, financial services, survey research, and marketing and scientific research sectors.

Company Description

Headway Workforce Solutions is a leading B2B (Business to Business) provider of workforce solutions with an array of contract-based integrated services and national staffing solutions.\r\n\r\nOur managed services approach provides substantial operating performance improvements and cost savings over traditional staffing for industries with complex, recurring, multi-location human capital needs.\r\n\r\nOver the past five years Headway has provided services to over 500 discrete companies, primarily in the retail, financial services, survey research, and marketing and scientific research sectors.