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BookNook is seeking passionate educators to join our tutoring community as independent contractors, working up to 30 hours per week. BookNook tutors are on the front lines of working to close the opportunity gap for K-8 students during a key period of their educational journey. Our online tutors conduct live, synchronous online tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform and video conferencing software. This is an exciting opportunity to have a direct, positive impact on students on their path to achieving success in Math. Position Specifics: • Subject: K-8th grade math • Position Type: 1099-eligible independent contractor • Pay Rate: $20 per hour ($10 per 30-minute session) • Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week based on the tutor's availability and the number of active tutoring programs. Schedules may vary based on school requests. • Sessions are held only on weekdays (no weekends) and can be before, during, or after school. • Program duration varies. Tutors are expected to commit to a full program with the same group of students throughout (duration will be known when series are offered). • Learn more about what it's like to be an online tutor at BookNook here. Responsibilities: • Conduct virtual tutoring sessions in Math using the BookNook platform. Lessons for math sessions include inquiry-based instruction, with a strong focus on explicit instruction. Curriculum and content will be provided within the platform. • Manage student behavior and engagement throughout sessions. • Create a safe, respectful learning environment. • Maintain positive relationships with students throughout the entire schedule of the program. • Document observations for each session. • Must be at least 18 years old. • Experience teaching/tutoring K-8 students in mathematics, which may include, but is not limited to: • having a current/previous teaching license; • serving as a substitute teacher or teaching assistant, paraprofessional, professor, instructor; • AND/OR tutoring for another tutoring company in the content area of math. • Classroom experience and/or online teaching/tutoring experience in math is preferred. • Knowledge of and experience in mathematical best practices, specifically for intervention and assisting students struggling with mathematics. • Commitment to teaching in alignment with the provided curriculum lesson design, structure, and strategies. • Access to a computer, webcam, and reliable, high-speed internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps is a necessity for the position. • Ability to build meaningful connections with students to create an encouraging and motivating environment. Our Path to Tutoring: • Apply: Submit an application online and receive a decision within 1-2 business days • Interview: Applicants invited to our one-way interview round will be asked to submit videos answering questions designed to help us evaluate their experience and educational knowledge. The interview portion is designed to be completed in less than 30 minutes, similar to a face-to-face interview • Qualification Decision: After the interview round, our team will notify applicants within 5 business days of the decision to move forward with the onboarding process • Onboarding: Applicants selected for onboarding will be asked to complete: • A paid certification course about the BookNook platform • Fingerprint-based FBI background check (instructions will be provided once you are invited to join our team). • Ready to Tutor: Upon successful completion of onboarding, Tutors can access our Tutor Portal, where all available appointments will be listed. • Note: Qualified BookNook Tutors are not guaranteed immediate or consistent tutoring work, but we are constantly adding new programs to our schedule. Equality in Hiring BookNook does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Apply tot his job

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