High School Biology Tutor (Saturdays)

About Us

Toolkit Tutors is a high-impact tutoring company dedicated to helping students master academic content while developing the study skills they need for long-term success. We provide in-person, small-group tutoring for NYC public schools, supporting students in subjects like English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and Science.

The Job

We are looking for a high school biology tutor to work in-person with small groups of students (1-4 per group) at a high school in Queens. Students need support in core biology concepts, lab skills, and exam preparation. Our tutoring model emphasizes structured, skill-building instruction to help students improve both academically and in their ability to study effectively.

Tutors will work in person on Saturdays from March 8 to June 14, 2025, providing 4 hours of instruction per day at a rate of $35/hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, structured biology instruction in small-group settings.
• Support students in core life science concepts, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, human body systems, and ecology.
• Help students develop scientific literacy by guiding them through data analysis, hypothesis development, and lab report writing.
• Integrate study skills strategies (e.g., note-taking for science texts, organizing lab results, managing time during exams) into sessions.
• Take daily attendance using a personal device (mobile phone) or a school-issued laptop.
• Communicate professionally with school staff and Toolkit Tutors leadership.

We are looking for tutors who meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (completed, or close to completion showing strong academic performance).
• At least one year of experience teaching or tutoring in a school or educational setting.
• Experience working with urban school communities and an understanding of the challenges students face.
• Strong content knowledge in high school biology, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, human body systems, and ecology.
• Punctual, reliable, and committed to student success.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage students effectively.
• Ability to commute to the school location in Queens.
• DOE fingerprint clearance strongly preferred.

• Pay Rate of $35 per hour
• Paid sick leave
• Paid training and PD opportunities